Fascinating ruins! We were amazed at the sheer size of the walls, the skills of Myceneans (tholos tombs were a feat of engineering) and the history of the place, which remained a landmark throughout antiquity, long after Mycenae had lost its power. Do not miss the descent to the underground water tank in the NW part of the city.
Highly recommended. Make sure to read about The City and the architecture before visiting.
These stones don't just lie doing nothing, they activly inspire your imagination to rebuild it in your mind's eye, however, who these stones were inspiring living in their humble abode.
Fantastic and unique, a site to be discovered and an equally interesting museum
One of the most important archaeological sites in Greece.
Apart from the lion gate and tholos tombs there is little left standing on the site.
There is a small museum of artefacts but it is not made clear what are copies of items in the museum in Athens.
Mycenae is an ancient Greek city, occupying a hill in the northeast of Peloponnese. In the second half of the second millennium BC Mycenaean culture center. According to mythology, Mycenae was founded by Perseus - the More
An interesting monument, but I'm afraid it will be liked only by those who have inquired about this civilization in advance. In general, the largest megaliths in structure are very reminiscent of a concrete pathway laid through the complex. It is not difficult to drive up to the complex. Worth a visit for a general understanding.
Wonderful experience. That 4000 years ago people already had such wonderful craftsmanship that, if you may, very few would be capable today ?! What did Christianization in the Middle Ages do with all this wonderful knowledge and skills ...
It is necessary to adapt to the disabled, the store is painful
If you pass by, visit this place or organise your trip to go there. Stunning and historically unique
Place that has an ancestral atmosphere compared to other Greek archaeological sites. It is said that Agamemnon commissioned it to the Cyclops if you go there you will understand why
Not to be missed. Cradle of the Mycenaean civilization. The museum is also beautiful, although all the most important finds are in the national museum of Athens
Guides always willing to respond to any questions of the students But also the teachers, very promiscuous and definitely fantastic in their work.
Greatness of the door gives an idea of the importance of Agamemnon
Incredible apologize and historical place that I've most visit of you're traveling in Greece!
Interesting but with very chaotic and not very decipherable paths
What is fascinating in this place is the fact that there the Greek myths and history known from the Iliad and Odyssey become almost real. Visiting the place is like looking into the rooms of Helena, Menelaus, and Agamemnon. Well preserved, for their age, devoid of crowds known from Athens. Beautiful views. I would recommend.
perhaps one of the best places to "breathe" ancient Greece ...
Too few barriers but it is no less dangerous
A beautiful view and beautiful historic buildings the museum provides a lot of information about the places
3000 years old, solid walls. Really impressive! Nice foto spots .. And interesting museum.
Nice place for a trip. Tro he monotonous but a plus.
Incredible state of the ancient city and incredible state of the palace and tombs. You feel the story of even before the splendor of Greece x everywhere!
A unique historical attraction that must be visited by every Greek and visitor of our country.
The spectacle and the story you can read and see in Mycenae are unique and worth a visit.
It is good to have 1-2 hours at your disposal to enjoy the whole historic monument!
Feel the story here. The Lion Gate lets us into the ruins that are really interesting. I recommend entering the tank - there the air temperature is around 15 degrees.
The museum is also interesting but after the Athenians it is not so impressive. You must visit the Treasury of Arteusz. The craftsmanship of builders arranging stones is respectful.
One of the oldest
and most important archeological sites in Greece (1800-1200 BC)
Nicely accessible place. I recommend coming when they are not hot. We arrived in the evening around 7. Well accessible and described. Beautiful views.
Myth and legend, come to life at the palace of king Agenemon, the destroyer of Troy
I expected to see more in the museum considering the ticket is 12 per person
The entire fortification wall is called the Cyclopean walls, because, every brick is so big that 'it must have been the giant cyclops who built them'!!! I mean, look at the size of the monolithic lions and the brick under its base.....
One of the most important historical places on the map of Greece, but not everyone will be able to appreciate the hill on which the stones are located. Nevertheless, I recommend to go with a guide who will give a lesson in the history of this place.
Forgive me the historian, but apart from the museum and the large gate, there is little left of the settlements ... Too bad, perhaps with a good guide and a good dose of fantasy my personal grade would have been higher
A must see archeological site!
Amazing there s so much left from so long ago :) views are amazing but go in the morning before it s hot and the tour buses arrive!
I unexpectedly loved this trip after I tagged along a group day trip. Of course the highlight of this place was the ancient ruins, but the view itself was worth seeing.
Reduced ticket for any non EU university students! I kept my American student ID and got a ticket for 6 .
Not a very big place, but has an interesting history. Helps a lot with having a guide or someone with great knowledge. There are paintings of everything that tells the place history that makes it more vibrant and a smaller museum.
On the way up you will see the walls that made up the city / castle Mykines
One of the most fascinating archaeological sites in Greece
Google maps is currently showing it closed. That is incorrect. There had been a brush fire but all open now.
A must see sight! It was gorgeous, and the guides were fantastic. The museum was also very neat to see, with plenty of information available that was easy to understand. A great little hike as well, with a breathtaking view.
A pile of stones. Would be much better with a guide I think. The museum was a nice addition but in the end the experience was so-so for the price and in comparison to e.g. Acropolis in Athens. Nice view. Pretty much no shade except in the museum which has AC so try to pick a day when it's not 39C out like it was for us.
Great large important historical site, but go early to miss the annoying tourist groups just wanting to take selfies
Life experience. The beginning of Greek Culture in all its glory. Too bad that part of the treasures has been captured
A major UNESCO World Heritage site where the legendary king Agamemnon lived when he led the Trojan War, to get Helen of Sparta back, whose "face launched 1,000 ships"....
Impressive in every sense, must see for the archeological fan!
The walls if Mycenae are makeups l marvelous. Bring more than enough water with yourself, because there is no drinking water at the whole site. If you run out, you can buy more at the kiosk of the parking ground.
Interesting place. However, for me it's not worth the price.
I cannot write anything specific, because when I visited Mycenae on January 1, 2018, it was closed and I could not see anything from the historical sites only what is visible through the fence.
Unfortunately, besides four other cars, we have become the victims of a theft within our 2h stay. The cars were broken up in the parking lot. No cameras or other security measures. Responsible feels neither the police nor the operator. According to police, this happens more often. Caution - do not leave luggage in the car!
A place that enchants those who love archeology. Looking at it well it brings you back to that time despite those walls are over 4000 years old
There is little left of the great ancient city of Mycenae, but you still have to visit to get an idea of this time period. The museum is very nice and is entirely with artifacts from the ancient city.
A piece of history known to everyone. Interesting archaeological museum
When I found myself in front of the door of the lions I was overwhelmed by an indescribable emotion.
Super site including tholos! Interesting and well presented museum.
A big part of the history... Agamemnon thomb and the rest of the second one of the most important culture :)
Excellent archaeological site, I went there a priori without much enthusiasm, and finally discovering the city of Agamemnon, 3200 years old, it's fascinating and even impressive.
(A place of pilgrimage for the Riviero (a) s)
One of the magical places to see once in a lifetime.
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