Alekos Fassianos Museum

Alekos Fassianos was a renowned Greek painter known for his distinctive, original style. The building, which he constructed with his friend, architect Kyriakos Krokos, is now run by a foundation managed by his family. The museum, located on the ground floor and showcasing Fassianos’ works, opened to visitors in April 2023, a year after the artist's passing. Although it’s a small museum, the building’s remarkable architecture and the beautiful artworks make for a wonderful experience. The upper floors of the building house Alekos Fassianos' residence and studio. This unique structure clearly reflects meticulous attention to detail in both its architecture and interior design. From the balcony to the inner courtyard, from the furniture to the various figures throughout the space, everything is distinctively crafted. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. We had the opportunity to visit both the house and the museum as part of Open House 2024. Before leaving the small museum, we wanted to purchase a souvenir from the museum shop, but we were shocked by the prices. The items were incredibly expensive, to the point of being absurd. When checking for this review, I noticed that some people mentioned a €10 ticket price for the museum. If that price is just for the museum, it’s quite high. If it includes the tour of the building as well, it’s a bit steep but somewhat acceptable.

The Alekos Fassianos Museum is a true hidden gem in Athens. The building itself is a masterpiece, with a mix of modern and traditional design that makes it feel both welcoming and inspiring. Every detail, from the textures to the colors, reflects the spirit of Fassianos' art. The guided tours are excellent, engaging, informative, and full of interesting stories about the artist and his work. They really help you appreciate not just the paintings but also how the museum was designed to bring his vision to life. If you’re in Athens, don’t miss this place! I highly recommend it.

The museum is very small but charming. The collection isn’t very large but a must see for anyone who likes the work and artistry of Alekos Fassianos. We were welcomed warmly & politely, the architecture of the building is captivating and the gift shop offers very beautiful pieces. Nevertheless, the ticket prices must be improved as they are quite high for what is offered (10€ for a general entry, I paid a reduced fare of 7€ for the -26 category). Also, the paintings and other pieces of art could use a description attached to the wall next to them.

The Fassianos Museum is one of Athens’ true gems, offering an intimate and vibrant perspective on Greek culture. In a city often viewed through an ancient lens—a history of historicization—this museum stands out as a celebration of contemporary Greek identity through the work of Alekos Fassianos. Housed in the artist’s former home, the museum feels deeply personal, as though stepping into the world that shaped his vision. His bold colors, flowing lines, and signature aesthetic transform everyday Greek life into something mythic and timeless. During my month in Athens, I visited twice, and each time was met with warmth and generosity from the museum staff. Their knowledge and passion for Fassianos’ work added depth to the experience, making it all the more meaningful. For anyone visiting Athens, this is a must-see. Fassianos’ art pulses with the rhythm of modern Greece, proving that the city’s cultural legacy is not just its past but also its present.

Very nice place! All the details were on point. Also free entrance for art students! I recommend it!

This is a small, intimate and charming museum foe the works by Alekos Fassianos. The amazing collection covers his career from 60s to 2000. Loved everything curated in here!

2 stars cause I think you can improve. 10 euro for the museum you can easily visit during 10 minutes session. Low quality art. Some funny sculptures. Some info in a booklet, no info by the exhibits. Same price as a few hours of visiting Akropol. Free entrance for unemployed while there are more employees than visitors is quite funny. Probably if there was only 1 person (it is enough) at the shift, the tickets would probably cost max 5 euro.

I love Fasianos/Great joy to sée his work. I loved the cathedral of St.Pavlos his neighbourhood church.