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National Archaeological Museum - Symposium Collection

The National Archaeological Museum of Athens houses 11,000+ artifacts tracing Greek civilization from Early Prehistory through the Byzantine era, including kylix wine cups and vessel collections that whisper of ancient symposiums where philosophy and wine flowed together.

What to do there

AdventureNational Archaeological Museum - Symposium CollectionOne of the world's great museums, holding the finest collection of Greek art. For the Dionysian journey, focus on the symposium pottery, bronze wine vessels, and Dionysiac imagery. The Mycenaean collection includes the gold cups from Vapheio. Allow at least half a day; the wine-related artifacts alone fill multiple galleries.

Places to see nearby

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