As the full moon rises over the Athenian sky, the Acropolis Museum invites visitors to experience one of the most enchanting evenings of the summer. On Saturday, August 9, 2025, the Museum will extend its opening hours and welcome guests from 9 a.m. until midnight, offering a rare opportunity to explore its galleries under the glow of the August moon.
From its panoramic terraces, visitors will be able to gaze upon the illuminated Sacred Rock of the Acropolis, while enjoying access to both the permanent collections and special exhibitions. Regular admission fees apply, and the Museum’s ticket offices and shops will remain open until 11:30 p.m.
Highlighting Water: Myth, Nature, and Urban Life
At 11 a.m., the Museum will host a special themed presentation titled “Waterways: From Nature to Myth and the City”, exploring the vital role of water in ancient Greek society.
Drawing from selected artifacts in the Museum’s permanent collection and the on-site “Excavation Museum,” this 90-minute tour will uncover how water was intertwined with health, spirituality, and urban development in antiquity.
Photo by: Nikos Katsaros
Through a narrative that bridges divine symbolism and practical infrastructure, visitors will delve into the ancient world’s beliefs, anxieties, and solutions regarding wellbeing and collective life. The presentation will be conducted in Greek and is limited to 30 participants. Online reservation is required via events.theacropolismuseum.gr, followed by the purchase of a general admission ticket.
Allspice: Contemporary Dialogues with Ancient Civilizations
The Museum is also showcasing the internationally acclaimed exhibition Allspice – Michael Rakowitz and Ancient Cultures, presented in collaboration with NEON and the Greek Ministry of Culture. This compelling display brings together ancient artifacts from the Middle East and southeastern Mediterranean with the conceptual works of Iraqi-American artist Michael Rakowitz.
Allspice. Michael Rakowitz and Ancient Cultures/ Nikos Katsaros.
Rakowitz’s installations weave stories of memory, displacement, and resilience—linking the cultural past to urgent contemporary issues such as heritage loss, restoration, and identity. A guided tour of the Allspice exhibition will be offered in Greek at 6 p.m., with a duration of 45 minutes and limited to 30 participants. Admission to the exhibition is free, but prior online reservation is required.
Dining with a View
To complete the evening, the Museum’s second-floor restaurant will remain open until midnight, offering stunning views of the Acropolis bathed in moonlight. Reservations are required by phone at +30 210 9000915.
Meanwhile, the Excavation Museum—a unique space that reveals the remnants of an ancient Athenian neighborhood beneath the Museum building—will be accessible from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
