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Ampelouzos, GR
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Genuinely inspired by the natural landscape surrounding it, the brand new Archaeological Museum of Messara (inaugurated in April 2023) is perfectly integrated into the fertile plain and its low vegetation.
The title of its permanent exhibition, “Circled by mountains: The human presence in Messara from prehistoric to Christian times”, directly reflects Messara’s topography, which lends the location its characteristic name: amid mountains, namely Mount Psiloritis and the Asterousia range.
With an impeccable, minimalist layout, well designed lighting and the valuable assistance of digital technology and interactive media, the Museum is dedicated to the archaeological treasures of the region, arranged in three large sections and corresponding halls: prehistory, the Greco-Roman period and Christian times.
The exhibits include, among others, finds from neighbouring Gortys and Phaistos, the ancient ports of Kommos and Matala, and the cemeteries of Messara.
Directions
Ampelouzos, 70012
Agioi Deka
By bus
By intercity bus, 1 hour and 10 minutes from the city of Heraklion
By car
47 minutes from the city of Heraklion
Opening hours
Summer hours
April 1 – October 31
Mon: 08:00 – 20:00
Tue: Closed
Wed: 08:00 – 20:00
Thu: 08:00 – 20:00
Fri: 08:00 – 20:00
Sat: 08:00 – 20:00
Sun: 08:00 – 20:00
Winter hours
November 1 – March 31
Mon: 08:30 – 15:30
Tue: Closed
Wed: 08:30 – 15:30
Thu: 08:30 – 15:30
Fri: 08:30 – 15:30
Sat: 08:30 – 15:30
Sun: 08:30 – 15:30
Last admission: 20 minutes before closing time
The site remains closed on the following dates and public holidays: January 1, March 25, May 1, Easter Sunday, December 25 & 26.
The site remains closed on the following dates and public holidays: January 1, March 25, May 1, Easter Sunday, December 25 & 26.
Tickets
Full: €10.00
Reduced: €5.00
Admission is free on March 6, April 18, May 18, the last weekend of September, on October 28, as well as on the first and third Sunday of each month between November 1 and March 31.
Amenities
WC
WiFi
Parking
Elevator
Accessibility
Contact
Archaeological Museum of Mesara
Τ: +30 28920 27177
Ephorate of Antiquities of Heraklion
Τ: +30 2810 279241, +30 2810 279200, +30 2810 279100
E: efahra@culture.gr
