The Museum of the City of Athens was founded in 1973. It began to function in 1980 and received the award of the Academy of Athens in 1990. The museum houses the art and historical collection of its founder, Labros Eftaxias. This collection includes paintings, engravings, furniture, everyday objects and important relics from medieval and more recent Greek history, from the period of Frankish rule to the 19th century.
The museum is housed in two of the oldest buildings in Athens (1833) which are now connected by a covered bridge. For some time the building at nr. 7 was the residence of King Otto and Queen Amalia (during the period of 1836-1842). Therefore it also is known the “Old Palace”. The first floor was reconstructed with the original furniture of Amalia’s reception room, Otto’s reception room, the throne room as well as Otto’s study and library.
It includes paintings and engraving works, which are connected to Greek capital’s history mainly from the beginning of 18th and 20th centuries. The furniture of King Othonas are also exhibited here.
MUSEUM HOURS
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 09:00- 16:00
Saturday, Sunday: 10:00- 15:00
On Tuesdays the Museum remains closed.
Additional Details
Metro Station:Panepistimio (Red Line)
