Benaki MuseumToys and weapons under one roof
1 Koumbari street & Vas. Sofias avenue
Athens,
106 74
Neighborhood: Kolonaki
Nearest Train: Metro Lines 2 & 3: Syntagma StationPhone: +30 (0)210 367 1000
Fax: +30 (0)210 367 1063
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Eight thousand years of Greek history come alive. Enjoy prehistoric works of art, rare manuscripts, Byzantine icons, historic weapons and paintings. The greatest attraction is the reconstructions of 18th and 19th century living. The museum also features a Childhood and Toy Department (with 15,000 historic games and children’s items from around the world), a Chinese Art Department (with ceramics as old as 4,000 years) and a Coptic Art Department where displays include rare textiles from Egypt. A museum shop and a roof garden with a restaurant are available to visitorsColorado Vacation GiveawayEnter for your chance to win a Colorado Vacation! www.ColoradoTourism.comdisabled access.
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Émile Hermès Prize-The Sense of the Object
Sep 1st, 2009 to Sep 30th, 2009
Émile Hermès Prize-The Sense of the Object is a unique event where the talents who create an inventive object for everyday life are appreciated. The exhibit of the same name held at the Benaki Museum presents the works of all the winners. So go ahead and get a peek into future household appliances and travel companions.
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I loved this place! All the pretty artifacts and Monuments! GREAT place to visit...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jul 27 2005



Visiting the Benaki Museum about 30 years ago, was one of the most memorable experiences I have ever...
Reviewed by:None from on Jul 30 2004