SEIKILO Museum of Ancient Music — Attraction in Municipality of Thessaloniki

This was my first time in Greece, and truth be told, I planned my entire trip around my visit to this museum.

I am a classically trained musician working on a project related to Greek mythology. I attended the museum tour and hands-on lyre workshop, and was deeply impressed with the expertise of the staff. From the lyre making process, to ancient music theory, to playing the lyre itself, Seikilo was ready to answer every question I had. No matter your level of familiarity with music, I believe Seikilo will be able to tailor the experience to your needs.

Going to Seikilo is a must if you are passionate about music, history, or Greek mythology - or if you are looking for an experience that is truly one of a kind. The staff are attentive and welcoming, and made the visit one of the...

An eye-opening and inspiring experience!

I learned so much during my visit to the Seikilo Museum. Lina was incredibly warm, knowledgeable, and engaging — she answered all of the questions with such enthusiasm. I also had the pleasure of meeting Theodoros, whose family&team’s dedication to preserving ancient Greek music is truly admirable.

The mechanical differences between the instruments were absolutely mind-blowing — something you really have to see in person to fully appreciate!

It’s clear that Theodoros and his family, along with the talented musicians and staff, pour their hearts into keeping the rich musical heritage of ancient Greece alive. I was thrilled to learn that they also travel the world to perform at concerts and cultural events.

A truly unforgettable and...

We attended a tour of the space, which includes the history of lyres which is known through imagery and ancient writings, and we took part in the lyre workshop. Lina was incredible, and taught us the history of the workspace, the family who created all of the present instruments, the history of musical notation in ancient greek texts, and many great details about the lyres themselves. Lina is a trained musician and led our small group through basic exercises on individual lyres and we even created and performed small pieces for the group. It was really one of the most fun, interactive museum experiences that we have had in a while and I highly recommend this exhibit and tour to anyone who is interested in ancient Greek history, music, and a hands-on experience. Thank you, Lina...