Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology

About

The Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology, located at Pindarou 6 in Athens, is a private institution celebrating the ingenuity of ancient Greek engineers and inventors. Founded in 2003 by philanthropist Kostas Kotsanas, the museum showcases reconstructed devices—from Heron's automatic theater and the hydraulic clock of Ktesibios to the renowned Antikythera mechanism—alongside immersive displays such as a robot‑servant prototype and a 3‑D "Greek cinema" by Philon. In addition to its permanent collection in Athens, the museum operates four annexes in Ancient Olympia, Katakolo, Heraklion and another site, offering travelling exhibitions that bring the wonders of ancient technology to audiences across Greece. The building also houses an independent exhibit of ancient Greek musical instruments, featuring 42 fully restored, playable instruments that bring the sounds of antiquity to life.

At a glance

• Typical visit: about 1 hour 30 minutes