Delphi Archaeological Museum
Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Δελφών
One of Greece's most important archaeological museums. Its highlights include the Charioteer of Delphi, the Sphinx of Naxos, and the Omphalos stone, the ‘navel of the world’.
The museum sits on the east side of the site entrance. Its 14 galleries display artifacts from Delphi arranged by period. The bronze Charioteer, dating to 478 BC, is a masterpiece of early Classical bronze sculpture. Other highlights include the Sphinx of Naxos, the frieze from the Siphnian Treasury, the statues of Kleobis and Biton, the Omphalos stone that symbolized the ‘center of the world’, and the Dancers’ Column. A combined ticket covers both the site and the museum. It is best to visit the site first and then go inside to escape the heat, and a visit takes about 1.5 hours. Photography is allowed inside, but flash is prohibited.
Opening hours
Summer about 08:00–20:00; winter about 08:30–15:30
Nearby sights
- Archaeological Site of Delphi (Sanctuary of Apollo)
- Museum of Delphic Festivals (Sikelianos House)
- Castalian Spring
- Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia (Tholos)
- Olive Grove of Amfissa (Delphi Landscape)
- Corycian Cave
- Arachova
- Itea