DEPAS of Mycenae Reviews

As in my history books what a mysterious civilization

The archeological site takes you to another era. Descent to the gate of the Lions and terrible experience the descent to the underground tank. The museum is nothing special. I consider the 12 of the tickets a bit drawn but you couldn't get here and not enter.

It is worth seeing what a man could do without using specialized tools.

Another amazing historical site of Peloponnese. Worth seeing. Admission 12 euros

Nice classical place, but the price is a bit expensive for 30 min visit... (12 euros / pax)

It is the third time that I come and also on this occasion I felt a great emotion in front of the lions' door. The site is well organized and well described, which is not obvious. And it is worth enjoying it all; do not miss the entrance to the underground water tank a real engineering miracle.

Very beautiful view from the top. I found wind at times annoying but overall <3 <3 <3

World Heritage Mycenae has a lot to see. The well-preserved lion gate, several burial chambers and many rooms half-replicated with original finds. There is also a cistern to explore, you need a flashlight and good shoes.
The museum is very well constructed, everything is understandably described in English. Free parking facilities available. Entry is 12.
Duration of visit approx. 3 hours

It is certainly worth visiting this site as the geographical location is incredible, you can enjoy your complete flat. The site is considered well preserved with 3200 years and very useful signs. Even the museum that contains the finds is very interesting. Very exposed to the wind. Loved children very much

The stupendous Mycenae, an archaeological site of inestimable value, with its famous lion gate

Exceptional site with its door lionesses; emblem of ancient Mycenae. A fascinating journey through history

Was really surprised at how good this site is and the history

It is a unique experience. Very well organized. Definitely worth a visit

At the first instance it is a dry ruin on top of stony hill.
However with a bit of imagination the place comes alive as it could have been 3500 yesrs ago.
The Greek authorities can bring it to life by having students dressed in period clothing explaining daily life (duties, people, neighbours, work of slaves and freemen, priestesed and of high lords) to tourists local and foreign.
This will bring more tourists and more money for greater enhancements and research.

Mycanae has rich history and it's a great archeological place for everyone to visit!!

Large and important part of our history, with exquisite and unique findings of ancient times.

The magnificence of this place has been lauded enough. I would just like to add that it's also entirely wheelchair accessible! You can't use the Lions' Gate, which has steps, but there is an alternative entrance following a path that starts near the museum. There still are some fairly steep slopes though.

If you enjoy a mix of some hiking, beautiful sceneries, ancient ruins and are interested in culture, then this is an awesome spot to be!!

One of the most important archaeological sites to visit.
Everyday you will meet many schools, tourists of many tourists.
Excellent the renovated museum, operating at European standards (look for guided tours, are very detailed).

Wonderful place!! My family and I are very happy to visit this place

Good footwear is absolutely essential. To see everything you should plan 3 hours. We found a small hotel in the center of the neighboring village. Simple, very clean, comfortable beds. For the double room with breakfast per night 25 euros.

In this site you understand the richness of Greek civilization, it is exciting to visit it, and the whole site is well illustrated and explained.

Beautiful site with a great museum
It s all open and great

Wonderful. To visit during the coolest hours of the day. Very nice museum

Beautiful experience ... one of the many stops if you come to Greece ..

It has the beautiful gate and the vaulted tomb or else the cache of Atrea's treasure

Having the chance to visit an archaeological site like this is priceless. Cradle of our civilization.

Mycenae - a former state, a city from which there is not much left to this day. In the second half of the second millennium BC, it was a center of Mycenaean culture. According to mythology, Mycenae founded Perseus - the founder of the Perseid dynasty. One of the mythical kings of Myken was Agamemnon of the Atrydov family, the conqueror of Troy. On the great hill, the walls of Agamemnon's gate and grave are preserved. It is worth to see being in Greece.

Two stars for the fact that Perseus himself, at one time, wandered here with bare feet. Nowadays you can't get here for less than 12 per person (children are free).

Very nice site I recommend very nice view from the top

Amazing history here! Older and more enchanted than other parts of Greece.

A must see, but difficult to get there by public transportation.

A unique place of European culture the weather was unfortunately very bad. The small museum attached houses exceptionally beautiful and interesting artefacts

It was a wiry day. Made everything wonderful and rich in everything. Fantastic. Great. A lot of history. Unfortunately no pictures at the moment.

Highly recommended. Make sure to read about The City and the architecture before visiting.

Place that is worth the detour. It releases ancestral energies, we go back in time. Magnificent.

The village itself is not interesting, but the archaeological historical statues that can be found nearby are really worth it.

The Archaeological Museum of Mycenae is located on the outskirts of the Mycenaean citadel and opened in July 2003.

The construction of the Museum began in early 1984 and was interrupted several times, such as in 1985 in order to carry out excavations of antiquities found during the opening of the foundations of its southern wing and sometimes for bureaucratic and financial reasons. The work was handed over by the Directorate of Execution of Museum Works of the Ministry of Culture to the competent Ephorate of Antiquities in 1997. In 1998, the transfer of the mobile excavation findings of Mycenae that were kept in warehouses began. About 35,000 objects were transferred to the Museum, of which 3,000 were finally selected as the most representative of the Mycenaean civilization.

The museum is located near the dirt road that starts from the entrance of the archeological site to the northwest of the Acropolis and runs parallel to the northern part of the fortification. The entrance is located on the south side of the building and the access is made both from the east for the visitor of the archeological site and who exits from the north gate of the Acropolis and from the west for the visitor who comes from the main entrance of the site. The museum premises are divided into exhibition halls, visitor service areas and rooms for staff workshops and warehouses. The three exhibition halls are lined up in such a way as to create a circular movement starting from and occupying the vestibule.

In the vestibule there is a plastic model of the Acropolis of Mycenae and the wider surrounding area. In the same area are paintings with myths of Mycenae, the dynasties of the Persians of Atreus and the Trojan War with its protagonists. Also on display are depictions of Mycenae by travelers from the 16th to the 19th century. Finally, the history of the excavations with portraits of the excavators and snapshots of the excavations (Schliemann, Christos Tsountas, Alan Wace Elizabeth French, Ioannis Papadimitriou, Dimitrios Theocharis, Georgios Mylonas, Spyridon Iakovidis)

The first room exhibits objects of prehistoric pottery from the end of the Stone Age and the beginning of the Bronze Age to the collapse of Mycenaean rule. At the same time, the evolution of the building form of the fortified enclosure of the Acropolis is given: the gate of the lions, the barn, the northeastern extension of the fortification. Finds of the House of Pillars, the Artists' Workshop, the northern warehouses. [8] Also finds from the houses outside the Acropolis (House in Plakes), with important storage spaces, false amphorae, amulets, but also clay worship idols from the religious center of the acropolis. Finally there is a mural, with female figures

The second room presents the objects of the tombs of the cemetery of Mycenae starting from the earliest of the prehistoric cemetery. Important exhibits of this room are the clay written shrine from Vraserka, semi-precious stones of jewelry from Gortsulia, figurines from Batsourorahi and Loupano and jewelry from gold and faience from Asprochoma.

The third room presents findings from the continuation of human activity in the area during historical times: burial offerings of the geometric, archaic and Hellenistic era. Also findings from the sanctuaries established during the historical sites in the area of Mycenae, the sanctuary of Enyali ( Mars), the Agamemnon and the sanctuary of the Western House. Finally, evidence of the religious, commercial, administrative, technical, technological (metallurgy, seal engraving) activity and life of Mycenae is presented.

Very cool, it gets a little dangerous when it rains down the slip especially without proper footwear. Historically it is incredible to be here among such ancient ruins

The fascinating history of this place makes it mandatory to visit it

Place characteristic with archeological site, a cemetery and a small museum

Top and history-charged place ... Great excursion. Not necessarily recommended on extremely hot days. Still 5 stars.

Considering that it is a hilltop fortress, it is surprisingly easy to navigate. A wheelchair would manage most of the route, and my blind wife had no problems. This is a must-see on a trip to the Peloponnese.

Great place to explore and ground you in Ancient Greece - hard to believe it is so old. Listen carefully for the sheep bells in the hills beyond....

Oozing in history and culture, well worth the visit.

Its nice and you have to have been here but it's definetly not what you would expect if you've heard all the sacred stories and things that happened here.

perhaps one of the best places to "breathe" ancient Greece ...

Mycenae was one of the most important cities in Greece in pre-classical times. Mycenaean culture was named after her. The city was on a hill north of the Argos plain. From here, the land route between southern southern Peloponnese and the Isthmus of Corinth, which then connected the Peloponnesian peninsula with the rest of the mainland, was surveyed and controlled. Mycenae, together with Tiryns, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999.
Preserved and excavated today u. a. the ruins of the Mycenaean upper town. The remains of the Cyclopean ring wall and the lion gate are worth mentioning. It was named after the two lions depicted on a relief above the gate entrance and was the main entrance to the castle. The gate was probably built around 1250 BC. BC. A second smaller, but not fully preserved gate without gems is located in the northern area of the ancient complex.

Less spectacular than other sites but full of charm for its history and its defensive and organizational structure. The water tank of the village is well preserved. The museum is interesting and it is advisable to visit it before moving on to the city.

The entrance to the archaeological site was well known, the museum had few exhibits.

Although a bit overhyped, it is still a great archeological site. Don't miss it if you're traveling in the region.
Mind the schedule: they close at 4pm (in March), and the last entrance is 3.30pm

Put your hiking shoes on, bring your hiking poles if needed, but please don t avoid this site because of its hill. Wander it at a slow place and enjoy the view. Take in the signs, read this history, and enjoy the ancient technology used to build and secure this site. We visited on a wet day. Some of the ramps were a little slippery, but the atmosphere of the ancient city was amazing in the mist. Sadly all my pictures are gone. But you will not be disappointed in visiting this site.

To visit! Beautiful place full of history and culture. Not to be missed!

Few remains of this ancient city remain. The only thing remarkable is the Puerta de los Leones.