Archaeological Museum of Thasos
Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Θάσου
A museum beside the ancient agora in Limenas. Its treasure is the unfinished Kouros Holding a Ram (the Thasos Kouros), about 3.5 m tall.
The Archaeological Museum of Thasos stands next to the ancient agora and houses finds from the ancient city of Thasos and the island’s other sites. Its displays present the island’s history by period, from prehistory and the Archaic era to the Roman period. The most famous piece is the 6th-century BC marble Kouros Holding a Ram, about 3.5 m tall. It was left unfinished, and traces of the carving are still visible. Other highlights include an ivory lion’s head, a statue of Dionysus, fine pottery and coins. Admission is about €6. The museum is closed on Tuesdays in winter, and opening hours follow announcements from the Greek Ministry of Culture.
Opening hours
Approx. 8:00 am–3:30 pm (extended in summer; closed Tuesdays in winter)
Nearby sights
- Ancient Agora of Thasos
- Ancient Theatre of Thasos
- Limenas Old Harbour
- Acropolis of Thasos
- Panagia
- Marble Beach (Saliara)
- Potamia
- Golden Beach