Museum of Cycladic Art Athens
Ancient & modern art
The Museum of Cycladic Art is dedicated to the study and promotion of ancient cultures of the Aegean and Cyprus, with special emphasis on Cycladic Art of the 3rd millennium BC. The visitors of the museum have the chance to witness the sublime ancient creations of great historical and aesthetic value. Â
However, what makes this museum one of a kind is the fact that it creates a vibrant and momentous connection between ancient Greek art and 21st contemporary art production. For instance, during the past few years the museum has been experimenting with presenting renowned contemporary and modern art creators from all over the world. Artworks by Pablo Picasso, Salvador DalÃ, Sarah Lucas, Ugo Rodinone, Martin Kippenberger, Mario Merz and Ai Weiwei have been showcased at the museum, resulting in the transformation of the 19th century neoclassical Stathatos Mansion into a unique contemporary art studio!
Hence, the Museum of Cycladic Art is beyond compare - THE place for creative minds and art lovers who believe that art is to be examined and appreciated as a whole entity rather than a collection of art movements through time.
About this spot
Explore cities like a local with Spotted by Locals - discover hidden gems and all our locals’ favourites! Get full access to our Athens guide.
Nice place right!? There’s so much more to discover:
Discover all other hidden gems in Athens
Museum of Ancient Greek Technology – A family visit
Ever heard about ancient Greek tech? This Athens museum offers interactive exhibits like the Antikythera Mechanism and robot-servant in a unique building.
By
Antonis
Tsapepas
Pan's Sanctuary – Find the hidden ancient god
Discover a hidden Athens' ancient sanctuary of Pan on Ardittou Street! Spot the faint Pan relief on a rock near Agia Fotini church — can you see him?
By
Antonis
Tsapepas
Freatida – Ancient walls next to the sea
"Freatida" in Piraeus, the port of Athens, is an often-overlooked but beautiful and strange part of the city. Just look at those walls!
By
Marilena
Salamanou
Little Pot Ceramics – Beautiful handmade ceramics!
"Little Pot Ceramics" in Athens is one of my favorite ceramic shops in the city - come meet Tonia and her creative obsession with this ancient modern art!
By
Marilena
Salamanou
Drapetsona – The industrial silence
"Drapetsona" is an area in Piraeus (Athens) that I love for its industrial style architecture. Drapetsona is also famous for its street art.
By
Marilena
Salamanou
Peiraiki – Piraeus' coastline
Peiraiki in Athens is a place that any explorer would want to spot - the coast of Piraeus that starts from the Chatzikyriakeio area and ends at Pasalimani.
By
Marilena
Salamanou
Polyvios – My childhood's taste
"Polyvios" in Piraeus, the port of Athens, is a super-authentic place where I've been coming for souvlaki portions with my parents for almost 35 years...
By
Marilena
Salamanou
Lipasmata of Drapetsona – Ex-factory, now a park!
"Lipasmata of Drapetsona" in Piraeus, Athens is an ex-factory that's been turned into an urban park and recreational space! I like the concerts and sunsets
By
Marilena
Salamanou
Petit Gallery of Handmade – Handmade jewelleries
"Fluk" in Exarcheia, Athens is a petit gallery of handmade jewelry made by my good friend Smaro! She's a punk girl & you can tell from her taste in style.
By
Marilena
Salamanou
Trabala Studio – Ceramic crafts & tenderness
"Trabala Studio" is a ceramic studio in Koukaki, Athens that's super-pop and run by two very beautiful people.
By
Marilena
Salamanou
Psit Jewellery – Colours and punk
"Psit Jewellery" in Athens is an enamel jewellery shop run by a punk woman, Katerina! She's full of life and creativity -- I love buying gifts here!
By
Marilena
Salamanou
Bookshop Lemoni – My dearest bookstore!
"Bookshop Lemoni" in Athens is a bookstore that offers not only great books but also hospitality and tenderness. My regards to Spyros and Avgoustinos!
By