Benaki Museum Benaki - Pireos St. Annexe and its collection

Benaki Museum Benaki - Pireos St. Annexe is a location of the Benaki Museum with temporary exhibitions.

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Benaki Museum Benaki - Pireos St. Annexe
Pireos 138
118 54 Athens

Visitor information Benaki Museum Benaki - Pireos St. Annexe

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday
10:00 – 18:00
Friday
10:00 – 22:00
Saturday
10:00 – 22:00
Sunday
10:00 – 18:00

Admission

Temporary Exhibition: Normal Rate: € 5 - 16
Temporary Exhibition: Reduced Rate: € 2,50 - 12

REDUCED ADMISSION
Students
Persons over 65
Teachers
Archaeologists
Conservators
Members of Hellenic Chamber of Fine Arts
Hellenic Ministry of Culture card holders
European Youth Card holders

FREE ADMISSION
Members of Benaki Museum
Unemployment Card holders
Children and young people under 22
For disabled persons
Guides
ICOM members
Friends of the Benaki Museum

Facilities

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Location & Map

Pireos 138, Athens

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Exhibitions

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Benaki Museum Benaki - Pireos St. Annexe Reviews

Benaki Museum Benaki - Pireos St. Annexe has 1 rating.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Benaki Museum Benaki - Pireos St. Annexe in Athens, Greece, is a modern branch of the renowned Benaki Museum, focusing on contemporary art and culture. Visitors generally appreciate the spacious, well-designed exhibition spaces that effectively showcase temporary exhibitions of modern and contemporary art, design, and architecture. The museum is noted for its diverse range of exhibits, which often include both Greek and international artists.

    Many reviewers highlight the building's industrial aesthetic, which provides an interesting contrast to the more traditional museum spaces in Athens. The large, open spaces are seen as conducive to displaying larger installations and multimedia presentations.

    While the content of exhibitions receives mostly positive feedback, some visitors mention that the experience can vary depending on the current exhibitions. As such, it's recommended to check the schedule before visiting to ensure interest in the current shows.

    The museum's café and gift shop are often mentioned as pleasant additions to the visit, with the café offering a nice spot for a break with views of the surrounding area.

    On the downside, some visitors note that the location is slightly out of the way compared to other major Athens attractions, which might require some extra planning for transportation. Additionally, a few reviewers mention that the museum could benefit from more permanent exhibitions to complement the rotating displays.

    Overall, the Benaki Museum Benaki - Pireos St. Annexe is generally well-regarded for its contemporary focus, providing a different perspective on art and culture compared to Athens' many ancient historical sites.

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