Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki

A treasure trove of historical and artistic wonders in the vibrant city of Thessaloniki. With its rich collection of Byzantine artifacts, this museum offers a captivating journey into the world of one of the most influential civilizations in history

The museum of Byzantine Culture in Thessaloniki is a treasure trove of historical and artistic wonders. With its rich collection of Byzantine artifacts, this museum offers a captivating journey into the world of one of the most influential civilizations in history which lasted from 395  to 1453.

This museum was established in 1994,  combining  modern aesthetics with elements reminiscent of the Byzantine architecture transporting you to the past from the front door. 

If you follow the recommended route, you will visit  11 rooms that follow the evolution of the Byzantine culture and its impact on Thessaloniki. Each of these rooms has a  different theme from the development of Byzantine art to the significance of religious icons. Multimedia presentations and engaging narratives enliven the process.

This museum has a vast collection of over 3,000 artifacts, including exquisite icons, frescoes, mosaics, sculptures, jewellery, ceramics, and textiles. 

Don’t miss the room full of icons on the left side of the entrance, it is not part of the recommended route so it’s not very obvious. 

Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki

Opening Hours

Monday:
08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday:
08:00 - 20:00
Wednesday:
08:00 - 20:00
Thursday:
08:00 - 20:00
Friday:
08:00 - 20:00
Saturday:
08:00 - 20:00
Sunday:
08:00 - 20:00
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