Archaeological Museum of Abdera
Museum on the ancient city of Abdera from its foundation in the 7th century BC to the 13th century AD, with an emphasis on education.
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About the museum
The Archaeological Museum of Abdera opened in 2000 in the modern settlement of Abdera, in the Xanthi prefecture, and is one of the most important museums in Thrace. It presents the development of the city from its foundation in the 7th century BC to the 12th–13th century AD.
The aim of the exhibition is to show aspects of everyday life in the ancient city through useful objects uncovered in the excavations of the city and its necropoleis. The exhibits are arranged in three thematic sections: public life, private life and burial customs. They reflect the way of life of the Abderites, as well as the role of the city in Thrace and in the ancient Greek world.
The museum places particular emphasis on education and offers educational programmes.
Highlights
- Exhibits from the excavations of the ancient city and its necropoleis
- Three sections: public life, private life and burial customs
- Printed guide and tactile materials
- Educational programmes
Permanent exhibition
- Μόνιμη έκθεση του Αρχαιολογικού Μουσείου Αβδήρων – Public life, private life and burial customs in the ancient city of Abdera, from the 7th century BC to the 13th century AD.
- Founded
- 2000
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €5 |
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| Reduced | €3 |
Free admission: 6 March, 18 April, 18 May, the last weekend of September, 28 October and every first Sunday of the month from 1 November to 31 March
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The museum has a ramp, a lift, tactile materials and a toilet for people with disabilities.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Bus from Xanthi, with a stop in front of the entrance.
By car about 20 minutes from Xanthi.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| School programs | yes |
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