August at the Acropolis Museum is a vibrant blend of ancient legacy and contemporary art, immersive family experiences, moonlit evenings, and cultural exploration. Here’s what not to miss this summer:
Allspice: Where Ancient Cultures Meet Contemporary Art
A powerful fusion of ancient civilizations and modern artistic expression awaits you in Allspice | Michael Rakowitz & Ancient Cultures, presented by the Acropolis Museum and NEON. This groundbreaking exhibition explores the dialogue between antiquity and today through the work of internationally acclaimed artist Michael Rakowitz. His thought-provoking installations converse with rare artifacts from the Middle East and southeastern Mediterranean.
Curated by Professor Nikolaos Chr. Stampolidis and Elina Kountouri, the exhibition is free to visit in the Museum’s Temporary Exhibition Gallery through October 31, 2025. More information here.
August Full Moon at the Museum
Celebrate the mystical glow of the August full moon at the Acropolis Museum. On this special night, the museum will stay open from 9 a.m. to midnight (last entry at 11:30 p.m.), offering visitors the rare opportunity to explore the exhibitions under the moonlight. The second-floor restaurant will also remain open, serving exquisite dishes until midnight.
Saturday, August 9 2025. Open until Midnight.
Table reservations: +30 210 9000915.
Friday & Saturday Nights at the Museum Restaurant
Every Friday and Saturday evening, the second-floor restaurant remains open until midnight, serving up an elegant menu rooted in traditional recipes and regional Greek products with Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status. See the menu here.
Free entrance ticket required for access to the restaurant
Table reservations: +30 210 9000915
The Digital Museum Guide: Explore at Your Pace
In collaboration with Smartify, the Acropolis Museum invites visitors to enjoy an interactive digital guide for its permanent collections—available for free via your smart device.
Features include:
- Real-time object recognition and instant access to photos and facts.
- Audio guides for 30 or 60 selected exhibits.
- A fun, family-friendly exploration guide (90 minutes).
- Available in Greek and English, with AI-powered translation in 29 languages.
Thematic Tour: Waterways – From Nature to Myth
Water is life—and myth. This guided tour explores how water shaped ancient Greek society, mythology, and public health. Led by museum archaeologists, the tour connects select objects from the permanent collection and the museum’s archaeological excavation.
Fridays at 1 p.m. (English). Saturdays at 11 a.m. (Greek).
Day ticket and reservation required. Book here.
Time Travelers: A Family Program Beneath the Acropolis
Children aged 8–12 and their parents are invited on a virtual journey through time and space beneath the Acropolis. Set in the museum’s archaeological excavation, this hands-on program challenges families to uncover clues and help a long-lost ancient household find its favorite rooms and objects.
Sundays at 11 a.m. (Greek).
Adult day ticket + free child ticket and reservation required. Book here.
Summer Gifts at the Museum Shop
The ground-floor museum shop is a treasure trove of summer-themed gifts—beach towels, hats, scarves, bottles, and more. Discover the exclusive new collection inspired by the Allspice exhibition, available only this season.
Whether you’re exploring ancient wisdom through modern art, stargazing by the Parthenon, or sharing discovery with your children, August at the Acropolis Museum promises something unforgettable for every visitor.
