Archaeology in Athens

Discover 12 places to experience unusual archaeology in Athens.

Daphni Monastery

This lesser-visited World Heritage site in Athens boasts an impressive ensemble of medieval gold mosaics.

A large stone 3 and 2-story building with arched windows

Weiler Building

A former military hospital is now used to study and preserve artifacts of the Acropolis.

The river bed of Eridanos at Monastiraki train station on November 7, 2019

Archaeological Site inside Monastiraki Metro Station

View the ancient remains of buildings and the ancient "River of Hades" before hopping on a train.

Ruins at Coco Mat Athens B.C. Hotel

When construction began on this hotel, developers were surprised to find the ruins of an ancient civilization.

Austrian Archaeological Institute at Athens

A historic building houses one of the most important archaeological institutes in Europe.

With driveway

Ancient Ruins on Selley Street

These ancient ruins hide in plain sight next to a dessert shop.

Lower level view 3

Valerian Wall at Niche Hotel

The ruins of an ancient fortification wall sit in front of and underneath this boutique hotel.

Site from above 1

Proteichisma on Erysichthonos Street

The ruins of this ancient fortification wall sit in the middle of a quiet, residential intersection.

P-1 Level 1.

Klafthmonos Square Parking Structure Fortification Walls

Preserved portions of Athens's ancient defenses are on display in a subterranean parking garage.

Inside flooring view.

Eleni Marneri Galerie Late Antiquity Urban Villa

The ruins of an ancient mansion sits in front of and underneath a contemporary art gallery.

Looking up to the glass floor.

Roman Tomb in Zara

The ruins of an ancient Roman tomb hidden in the basement of a trendy clothing store.

Tower of the Winds.

Tower of the Winds

An ancient octagonal weather station named for the eight Greek gods of wind.