The Archaeological Museum of Pythagorio has been welcoming visitors since 2010.
Housed in a modern building at the heart of Pythagorio, was once the site of ancient Samos, the museum showcases the region’s rich archaeological heritage.
The collection of the Archaeological Museum of Pythagorio, featuring over 3,000 artifacts, reflects the cultural evolution of ancient Samos and its surrounding areas from the 4th millennium BC to the 7th century AD.
Excavations at the Heraion and other locations have uncovered a remarkable array of objects, making the museum a treasure trove of historical insight.
Exhibits include finds from the Neolithic settlement of Kastro, burial artifacts from the Geometric necropolis of ancient Samos, ceramics spanning the 9th to 2nd centuries BC, and an impressive selection of sculptures from the Archaic and Roman periods.
The museun contains the collections: Archaic columns, portraits of Roman emperors, relief funeral banquets, pottery spanning the period between the 9th and the 2nd centuries B.C..
The museum spans two floors, with displays arranged both chronologically and thematically. Visitors can explore history through modern exhibits, informative explanations, and engaging video presentations.
Outside, the museum features marble and stone architectural elements from the ancient city, along with remains of an ancient quarter that once stood at the heart of Samos.
The most important items of the Archaeological Museum of Pythagorio:
- Marble statue of seated Aiakes. According to the inscription, it was dedicated to Hera by Aiakes.
- Marble monumental sarcophagus in the shape of a temple, dated to the second half of the 6th century B.C.
- Small porous grave stele. It is crowned with a palmette and bears the inscription “Diagoras of Delos”. Dated to 530 B.C.
- Marble grave stele crowned with a palmette. It was found at Chora and dates from 500/490 B.C.
- Marble over-life-size statue of the Roman emperor Trajan, height 2.71 m.
- Marble portrait of Augustus, height 0.49m.
- Marble portrait of Claudius, height 0.53m.
Tips:
- For personalized guided tours in the museums with official guides from the Ministry of Culture, visit our page Licensed guides
- Before your visit, we recommend contacting the museum to confirm the opening hours and entrance fees.
Visitor’s information:
Opening Hours:
Every day: 08:30 – 15:30 | Tuesday closed
Tickets: Full: 6€ / Reduced: 3€
Free admission days:
- 6 March (in memory of Melina Mercouri)
- 18 April (International Monuments Day)
- 18 May (International Museums Day)
- The last weekend of September annually (European Heritage Days)
- 28 October
- Every first Sunday from November 1st to March 31st
Holidays / Closed
- January 1
- March 25
- Good Friday: 12:00 – 17:00
- May 1
- Easter Sunday
- Christmas, December 25
- December 26
Amenities:
- Audio Guide
- Accessibility for People with Disabilities – Accessible toilets
- Gift Shop
- Mobile Phone Usage Allowed
- Toilets
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Source: Ministry of Culture
Photos: inSamos travel Guide archive
