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Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum

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Modern museum featuring collections of jewelry & exhibits on the history of the decorative arts. People often mention museum, jewelry, visit, nice, collection, floor, staff, beautiful, amazing, jewellery,


Address

Kallisperi 12, Athina 117 42, Greece

Website

www.lalaounis-jewelrymuseum.gr

Contact

+30 21 0922 1044

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (441 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 9 AM to 3 PM
  • Friday: 9 AM to 3 PM
  • Saturday: 9 AM to 3 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 9 AM to 3 PM
  • Tuesday: 9 AM to 3 PM
  • Wednesday: 9 AM to 3 PM

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: museum (34) jewelry (24) visit (17) nice (15) collection (15) floor (11) staff (11) beautiful (9) amazing (8) jewellery (8)
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  • 4/5 Elena H. 2 years ago on Google • 149 reviews
    A must visit museum where you can admire the artefacts and craftsmanship of Mr Lalaouni and cruise through time via his work.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bettina D. 4 years ago on Google • 68 reviews
    So lucky to have found this amazing museum. Was empty when I was there so had the entire place to myself. Beautiful pieces throughout, including collections inspired by Byzantine art, Viking culture, Nature & Modern Technology. Nearest Metro is Akropoli about a 5 min walk. Free entry every Saturday. Well worth a visit.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mar G. 6 years ago on Google
    Really nice museum and the employer were so helpful and nice. We took some special photos with some jewellery :) the bathroom was clean. The entrance is 5€ and for 4€ for students. They have an artist residence program that start this year (2017)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alia A. 4 years ago on Google
    Loved this place. You start.at the third floor where there is a resident jeweller working her magic. Then you go down to the second floor to see the magnificent collection of jewellery inspired by eras and locations as well as amazing collections of jewellery inspired by ideas like maritime or sperms! Down to the first floor where they had an exhibit of an American jeweller who uses discarded material to.make fabulous headpieces and necklaces. She even had a rail of clothing items and accessories that she invites you to try out. A must visit. Ps. When we visited there was.the most delicious smell of cookies in the oven. I think it was for the house cafe but we had to leave. There is also a good museum shop
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gary L. 5 years ago on Google
    The genius of Lalaounis is clear for all to see. A great find. We have been fans of his since 1970's.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tanya N. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great air conditioning! Very polite staff! She took refuge in the heat, descending from the Acropolis. There are no originals in this museum, only copies, but it is very, very nice. (Original) Прекрасное кондиционирование! Очень вежливый персонал! Укрылась в жару, спускаясь с Акрополя. В этом музее нет подлинников, только копии, но он очень, очень мил.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 marianthi k. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) If you don't go see it for a while you will be lost everything is beautiful you will remember me (Original) Εαν δεν πατε νατο δειτε απο κοντα εσεις θα χασεται ολα ειναι πανεμορφα θα με θυμηθητε
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 D. M. 1 year ago on Google • 156 reviews
    To be honest it a very good museum very well laid out, the is a shop and a small restaurant. Everything is presented very well, the staff were very polite. It was really worth a vist spread over 3 floors, I'm glad thatbi took the time to look around and surprising quite that I found even nicer. If you vist Acropolis on your way to the museum it's a very short walk to the museum. You will not be disappointed. They also have a in house design studio, you can watch them make the jewellery that is really nice to see.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mike H. 6 months ago on Google • 298 reviews
    Very extensive collection of extremely beautiful gold jewelry.

  • 5/5 Celia K. 4 years ago on Google
    Since my first visit in 2010 when I had promised myself that I would definitely come again, the museum has been extended to include jewellery inspired by a large number of other civilisations besides the Hellenic one, and is even more amazing! Allow for a couple of hours as there are so many exhibits to admire.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrey T. 2 years ago on Google
    Very interesting museum! Temporary exhibition was a bit too contemporary, but the rest is very interesting.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 γεωργια �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) only to see them, not to touch them (Original) μονο να τα βλεπεις οχι να τα αγγιζεις
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Александр �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Be sure to visit !!!! He was a very talented person! (Original) Обязательно к посещению !!!! Очень талантливый человек был !
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Charles C. 2 months ago on Google • 75 reviews New
    Wonderful private museum. Recommended for all jewelry lovers to visit. You will be surprised by the designers' extraordinary imagination and creativity. The works in the exhibition are wonderful, and the design and display of the exhibition itself are also very good. Most importantly, it tells us a complete story. The staff are very friendly. The only thing I wish I could have been to visit the second and third floors of the museum. I hope to see more.

  • 5/5 Silje 9 months ago on Google • 55 reviews
    Exceptional collection of stunning jewelries by Ilias Lalaounis, and the story behind each individual collection. Amazingly well presented and inspirational, we are impressed! Interesting integration of educational programs as well. Beautiful building and location.

  • 5/5 tal b. 7 months ago on Google • 31 reviews
    Inspirational collection from a leading talent. A must visit for jewellery lovers.

  • 5/5 My mum's favourite c. 6 months ago on Google • 23 reviews
    Well worth the visit. Check opening times- took us three days before we realised it was mornings only. The jewellery is out of this world, and you can see the influence in the jellery around the Plaka. Staff were very helpful

  • 5/5 Anitta V. 2 years ago on Google • 22 reviews
    Great museum in an Art Nouveau building on the foothillls of Acropolis. Impressive collection. Friendly staff. Nice cafe. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 שקד 6 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Very nice and pretty place with a good price, it's not that long so don't plan a whole day around it but if you're going to the acropolis it could be a great place to visit on the way

  • 5/5 Vera K. 2 years ago on Google
    Cosy small museum. I expected it would be a collection of ancient jewelry but it is modern inspired by different epochs.

  • 5/5 Andrew L. 1 year ago on Google
    Really nice place depicting the works of a Ilia's Lalaounis' collection of jewelry

  • 5/5 Ioannis P. 4 years ago on Google
    Definitely a unique museum. There are numerous jewelry collections inspired from ancient Greece and many other civilizations. The building that houses the museum is neoclassical and it is very close to Acropolis museum. Every Saturday entrance is free. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Youssef E. 4 years ago on Google
    Gorgeous little corner house museum. Exquisite jewelry sets by master designer Lalaounis. I highly recommend a coffee on the rooftop terrace afterwards. Definitely worth a visit.

  • 5/5 Chaniotakis I. 1 year ago on Google
    The most inspiring museum of our Athens trip. The video room on the second floor is a must! Dimitris was a most wonderful host who guided us to the video room just in time to watch the 10 minute film.

  • 5/5 Mike Z. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent guide, amazing jewelry historical exhibition, definitely a place to visit once in Greece and especially with children.

  • 5/5 Erez D. 2 years ago on Google
    A cute little museum of jewelry. Presents the inspiration source of Lalaounis, the famous Green jewler. If you are into jewelry, you'll find interest. Otherwise, spend more time at the nearby Acropolis museum.

  • 4/5 JO N. 2 years ago on Google
    I enjoyed the first floor exhibit. I like seeing jewelry as a work of art and not just bling. Thank you.

  • 5/5 Gus P. 1 year ago on Google
    I adore this museum it is such a treasure. I went 21 years ago and again today. I marvel at the technical genius of Mr. Ilias Lalaounis. The museum has grown displays are incredible. It is a delightful way to spend some time. You can see an artist creating jewelry by hand and they will answer your questions. Catch a special exhibit. The staff is outstanding. The gift shop is fantastic. Treat yourself to a lovely piece of jewelry. Or something for your home.

  • 5/5 Dmitry O. 2 years ago on Google
    Don't go to the upper floor - go right to the first floor: almost all interesting things are there.

  • 5/5 Afroditi K. 4 years ago on Google
    Representative of the continuation in Greek jewellery making: inspiration from antiquity but with modern overtones.

  • 4/5 Elodie G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice museum that changes from the many archaeological museums in the country. We were lucky to visit it in low season so it was very nice not having anyone, the staff was very nice. The collections are very beautiful and impressive in terms of the work done, I understood a little less the floor of the temporary exhibition as well as the top floor but it remains a good discovery nonetheless. (Original) Joli musée qui change des nombreux musées archéologiques du pays. On a eu de la chance de le visiter en basse saison, donc c'était très agréable de n'avoir personne, le personnel était très gentil. Les collections sont très belles et impressionnantes au niveau du travail effectué, j'ai un peu moins compris l'étage de l'exposition temporaire ainsi que le dernier étage mais ça reste néanmoins une bonne découverte.

  • 5/5 Tansey 1 year ago on Google
    Staff were very helpful, entry is excellent value. We spent 1 hour on the first floor! Very interesting, lots to see and read. Plenty of space to see everything, not too crowded, and quiet. Perfect

  • 5/5 Полина �. 1 year ago on Google
    Best Greek museum with a fantastic collection!

  • 5/5 Jordyn C. 2 years ago on Google
    Was the best sidequest location I've ever stumbled across. Met the curator and had an amazing conversation with him about the location and the artist. Worth it for cultural discovery alone

  • 5/5 Dimosthenis K. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is a lot of fun, easy to get lost in the amazing collection of jewelry and exhibits. There's also a nice little coffee shop at the base of the museum after a nice tour.

  • 1/5 Wael B. 4 years ago on Google
    Nothing to see

  • 5/5 Alexandros V. 11 months ago on Google
    A must experience for citizens of the world. Art, history and aesthetics combined in one of the most vibrant locations of the world-next to Acropolis.

  • 5/5 ARainbow W. 10 months ago on Google
    The museum is excellent for its purpose and has very unique jewelry and art pieces. For people who love jewelry art, I recommend it definitely

  • 5/5 Ole Vidar H. 9 months ago on Google
    Just amazing to explore and see how Ilias worked and made all his collections. Impressed about him, his work, his person, his entrepreneurial skills, his current family and how warm and loving they are! Warmly recommend a visit 🍀🙏🏼

  • 5/5 Mika 10 months ago on Google
    Interesting, beautiful and inspiring museum. I highly recommend! The staff is nice and welcoming and the story and history of the place is interesting. Thenk you! I had great time ❤️

  • 5/5 Papa Z. 9 months ago on Google
    Cute jewelry museum with good coffee and sandwiches!!!

  • 5/5 Effie L. 4 years ago on Google
    Wonderful small museum with a courtyard cafe, lovely calm oasis in the middle of the city.

  • 5/5 Jodie H. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful jewelry and the staff is so sweet and helpful!

  • 5/5 Jean B. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic !

  • 5/5 Alexandros K. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Perfect. (Original) Τέλειο.

  • 5/5 Michael W. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Really beautiful exhibits, very, very friendly staff! (Original) Echt schöne Ausstellungsstücke, sehr sehr freundliches Personal!

  • 5/5 dymm d. 4 years ago on Google
    interesting collections, great exposition

  • 5/5 Aura N. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful museum showing beyond ordinary jewels

  • 5/5 sara s. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Highly recommended. (Original) מומלץ מאוד מאוד.

  • 5/5 asli �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A must visit if you go to Athens. You won't see so much design and original jewels elsewhere ... (Original) Atina ya giderseniz mutlaka ziyaret edin. O kadar tasarim ve orijinal mücevherleri başka yerde göremezsiniz...

  • 5/5 Radhika J. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic to learn about what inspires a jeweler when he creates. Mind boggling

  • 4/5 stelios p. 4 years ago on Google
    Definitely worths a visit, very supportive staff, eager to help and explain and an amazing collection

  • 4/5 Eunkyung L. 4 years ago on Google
    Small and there are many artistic beautiful thing but not be spacious .

  • 5/5 Laetitia G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Magnificent ! (Original) Magnifique !

  • 5/5 LUCAS V. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Preserves Greek jewelry perfectly (Original) Πρεσβεύει το ελληνικό κόσμημα απόλυτα

  • 3/5 Arch B. 4 years ago on Google
    Not great selection, but nice

  • 5/5 Konstantinos M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Greek culture (Original) Ελληνικός πολιτισμός

  • 5/5 Anthony M. 3 years ago on Google
    Cafè on site drinks only. 3 floors of exhibition. Has a roof terrace. 2 sets of toilets, on on the ground floor.

  • 5/5 Monique B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very impressive. The first time a jewelry company presents its work. I had a lot of fun.. (Original) מאוד מרשים.ויפה. פעם ראשונה שחברת תכשיטים מציגה את עבודותיה. מאוד נהנתי..

  • 5/5 Xavier D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful thing to see. And a shop with very good prices (Original) De très belle chose a voir. Et une boutique avec de très bon prix

  • 5/5 Svetlana B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Unique jewelry. This is a museum, especially do not count on shopping (Original) Уникальные ювелирные изделия. Это музей, на шопинг особенно не расчитывайте

  • 5/5 Thierry B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Gorgeous (Original) Sublime

  • 4/5 laurent b. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Superb and creative very original Olympic torches jewelry with exotic designs a creator and a patron. His daughters have beautifully managed his legacy (Original) Superbe et créatif très original les torches olympiques des bijoux aux desseins exotiques un créateur et un mécène. Ses filles ont magnifiquement su gérer son héritage

  • 5/5 Baumgartner I. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The jewelry collection has a great history Great (Original) Die Schmuck Kollektion hat eine große Geschichte Toll

  • 5/5 C C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Small museum that is worth the detour !! Superb old jewelry very nice collection. (Original) Petit musée qui vaut le détour !! Superbe bijoux ancien très belle collection.

  • 4/5 ori g. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice place,

  • 5/5 MARIA T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Pleasant surprise (Original) Ευχάριστη έκπληξη

  • 5/5 רוזה �. 3 years ago on Google
    Great.

  • 5/5 מעיין �. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice.

  • 5/5 Ranjith K. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is well organized and description of the exhibit help you appreciate them even when you are not an expert in jewelry. Special mention for the in house interns who describe you of their art. Very interesting place to visit.

  • 2/5 Анна �. 2 years ago on Google
    Better spend your EUR 5 for waffles ;))) This is not a collection of ancient // beautiful jewelleries. That’s an exhibition of some local artist with items inspired by ancient Greece. Those items look unfinished/cheap/madd inna hurry. There is no soul in these things. Для русских: полная шляпа. Ходить не рекомендуем.

  • 5/5 Zuzana S. 3 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    It is a very interesting museum, the staff is super nice and the display beautiful. We enjoyed it a lot 👌


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  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
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