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Historical Archive - Museum of Hydra
The Historical Archive and Museum of Hydra occupies a handsome stone building on the harbour front, a few steps from where the ferries and fast boats tie up. It holds the record of the island's golden age, when Hydriot shipowners grew rich on trade and then threw their fleets into the Greek War of Independence of 1821: documents, portraits, weapons, costumes and maritime objects.
It is small enough to see in under an hour and a good way to understand why a rocky island with no water built such grand mansions. Visit in the heat of the day, when the harbour is at its most glaring, or while waiting for a boat. Hydra has no cars, so everything in town is reached on foot; check the day's hours before you go.
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Tours, boat trips & tickets
Boat trips, guided tours of the ancient sites and tickets bookable ahead — free cancellation on most.
- Hydra on footThe stone mansions of the old sea captains above the harbour, on stepped lanes made for walking.See guided tours →
- Hydra, Poros & Aegina cruiseThree Saronic islands in one day from Athens — a sampler rather than a stay, but a good one.See day trips →
- Hydra's coves by boatHydra has no cars on its roads; water taxis and small boats are how you reach the swimming spots.See boat trips →
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Frequently asked
Where is Historical Archive - Museum of Hydra?
The address is Epar.Od. Mandrakiou-Molou, Idra 180 40, in Hydra, Greece. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What are the opening hours at Historical Archive - Museum of Hydra?
The hours published on Google are: Monday: 09:00–16:00, 19:30–21:30; Tuesday: 09:00–16:00, 19:30–21:30; Wednesday: 09:00–16:00, 19:30–21:30; Thursday: 09:00–16:00, 19:30–21:30; Friday: 09:00–16:00, 19:30–21:30; Saturday: 09:00–16:00, 19:30–21:30; Sunday: 09:00–16:00, 19:30–21:30. Many places in Greece keep seasonal hours, so check before a special trip.
Is Historical Archive - Museum of Hydra worth it?
It holds 4.7 out of 5 from 948 Google reviews. Treat the rating as a starting point, not a verdict, and read a few recent reviews too.
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