Archaeological Museum of Kavala
Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Καβάλας
A regional archaeological museum holding artifacts from ancient Neapolis, Amphipolis, and other sites. Its highlight is an Ionic capital from the Parthenon-style temple of Athena in Neapolis.
The Archaeological Museum of Kavala is located on the seafront, west of the harbor. Its exhibits come from Neapolis, the ancient name of Kavala, as well as Amphipolis, Oisyme, Galepsos, and other ancient cities of eastern Macedonia. Key highlights include a large Ionic capital from the temple of Athena Parthenos in Neapolis, painted pottery from the Archaic period, Hellenistic gold jewelry, and tomb murals. They help explain the historical background of sites such as Philippi and Amphipolis. A visit takes about one hour. Admission costs a few euros, and opening hours vary by season. It is about a 10-minute walk from the city center along the seafront promenade, and it is best visited before going to Philippi.
Opening hours
Hours vary by season; check official announcements
Nearby sights
- Tobacco Museum of Kavala
- St. Nicholas Church, Kavala
- Imaret of Kavala
- Panagia Old Town
- Kavala Fortress
- Kamares Aqueduct
- Mohammed Ali House
- Kalamitsa Beach