Hellenic Maritime Museum
Hellenic Maritime Museum
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Ireland64,714 contributions
Mar 2020
We were particularly taken with the marvellous details on Triremes, which were of the utmost importance in securing the Athenian empire in antiquity. An account of their conception, scale and naval effectiveness was engrossing to peruse.
Athenian triumph, mediated with Triremes, at the Battle of Salamis against the vastly superior Persian forces resulted in Xerxes retreating back to Asia.
The arrival of Greek oil tankers in the 20th century courtesy of Onassis and other magnates played a seminal role in the world economy.
This vast sweep of maritime events and influence is well covered and reflected.
Athenian triumph, mediated with Triremes, at the Battle of Salamis against the vastly superior Persian forces resulted in Xerxes retreating back to Asia.
The arrival of Greek oil tankers in the 20th century courtesy of Onassis and other magnates played a seminal role in the world economy.
This vast sweep of maritime events and influence is well covered and reflected.
Written 5 August 2020
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Zeke49
Sweden68 contributions
Feb 2020
If you are interested in maritime history the Hellenic Maritime Museum in Piraeus is a must if you are in the neighbourhood. Lots and lots of interesting information and very well-made scale models of a variety of ships. Entrance fee is only EUR 4.
Written 17 February 2020
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John L
Yorkshire, UK753 contributions
Apr 2014 • Friends
Having toured ruins for two weeks with little under 2,000 years old, we were looking for something a little more recent. Imagine our shock when the entrance dealt with triremes and amphoras! This, however, was the start of a journey through nautical history almost to the present day. A mixture of models, artefacts from wars, personal items from naval commanders and bric a brac inside, supplemented by a large range of naval guns outside.
You can see little design or forethought in this collection and, to me, this was its charm. Once a tour group had gone their way, we had the museum to ourselves to pick and choose what we would look at.
I noticed an earlier comment about the high entry fee - I find it difficult to object to 2 Euros (yes - two!), which included an informative booklet in English and Greek.
You can see little design or forethought in this collection and, to me, this was its charm. Once a tour group had gone their way, we had the museum to ourselves to pick and choose what we would look at.
I noticed an earlier comment about the high entry fee - I find it difficult to object to 2 Euros (yes - two!), which included an informative booklet in English and Greek.
Written 29 April 2014
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Amalia D
Maroussi, Greece62 contributions
July 2017 • Solo
The exhibits are fascinating. A egyptian papyrus boat, classic trieremes, ancient amphorae retrieved from ancient wrecks, hundreds of models of ships, from the byzantine dromons to the revolution's trading-war ships, until the modern history of the Balkan wars and WWII. Everything you expect to see in such a museum: weaponry, uniforms, lots of photos, recreations of important sea battles... Yet... the experience was similar to that when you go searching in an attic or a basement. The showcases were old, the air felt musty and the lighting wasn't enough. It definitely worths a visit though something should be done about the place immediately.
Written 22 August 2017
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Hilly J
Plymouth, UK1,901 contributions
Sept 2013 • Friends
Having enjoyed the maritime museums at Falmouth and Greenwich I was drawn in here and not remotely disappointed. Very different from the British or French (eg Brest) approach but still well done. Go to the website to get the flavour but if you have any interest in the sea and seafarers then this place is easily worth an hour or two.
Written 8 May 2014
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B T
London, UK1,179 contributions
Nov 2022
It is is full of models and photos of old boats and not much else, there is no information and it a bit rubbish. I wouldn't waste your time.
Written 17 November 2022
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Alexander K
Athens, Greece93 contributions
May 2018
A small museum with great interest. The maritime history of Greece is presented in this beautiful museum, with collections of the Independence War the 1st and 2nd WW and many exhibits reflecting the importance of the Sea for the Greeks.The result is the formation of the greatest merchant marine fleet in the world, holding the 1st position for many many years. A must for the sea and history lovers.
Written 24 June 2018
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Kyle Bay, Australia84 contributions
May 2017 • Couples
As far as museums go, this could be better.
Only €4 per person, but the layout and exhibits are only so-and-so.
The young person at the reception wasn't able to answer my queries and referred me to office staff at the other end of the building, one of whom did come along and explained.
The most spectacular aspect for me was the entrance with its excavated ancient city wall (partial) and a copy of the bronze statue of Poseidon in front (or is it of Zeus? This question hasn't been answered with certainty yet).
Not allowing pictures to be taken (even without flash) was also disappointing, as almost all other Greek museums do allow them.
Only €4 per person, but the layout and exhibits are only so-and-so.
The young person at the reception wasn't able to answer my queries and referred me to office staff at the other end of the building, one of whom did come along and explained.
The most spectacular aspect for me was the entrance with its excavated ancient city wall (partial) and a copy of the bronze statue of Poseidon in front (or is it of Zeus? This question hasn't been answered with certainty yet).
Not allowing pictures to be taken (even without flash) was also disappointing, as almost all other Greek museums do allow them.
Written 28 May 2017
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GroningenCopenhagen
Copenhagen, Denmark860 contributions
Sept 2014 • Friends
Piraeus being the biggest harbour of the Mediterranean - what more natural to do than visit the Nautical Museum?
We found it after a little bit of struggle. We were the only visitor this morning and indeed found a display of a lot different ships - older and less old. But it was very much up to what you could get out of it rather than anything else. After we walked around for 15-20 minutes we were done and decided to move on. Not a priority - even if you have spare time in Piraeus.
We found it after a little bit of struggle. We were the only visitor this morning and indeed found a display of a lot different ships - older and less old. But it was very much up to what you could get out of it rather than anything else. After we walked around for 15-20 minutes we were done and decided to move on. Not a priority - even if you have spare time in Piraeus.
Written 9 October 2014
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CarloEssex
Essex17 contributions
July 2011 • Couples
very limited display overpriced entry, localised displays in the main we expected much better regarding the importance of the port of Athens and the great maritime tradition of Greece
Written 28 September 2011
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What are the opening hours/days please?
Written 16 October 2018
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