Archaeological Museum of Tegea
About This Museum
Did you know the ancient city of Tegea was such a formidable rival to Sparta that it negotiated a rare treaty as an equal? This wonderful little museum, tucked away in the Arcadian plains, tells that powerful story. You can almost feel the history in the air as you walk past towering statues of mythological heroes and intricate mosaics from the local sanctuary. It’s a profoundly intimate experience, connecting you directly to a lost world.
Collection Highlights
The star is undoubtedly the majestic head of Hygeia, a masterpiece of Scopasian sculpture with an almost tangible softness to her marble features. Don't miss the sprawling floor mosaic depicting a sea teeming with life or the reconstructed pediment from the Temple of Athena Alea, which shows a dramatic local myth.
Visitor Information
It's located right in the village of Alea, making for a perfect stop on an Arcadian road trip. The atmosphere is quiet and contemplative—you'll likely have these incredible finds all to yourself.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a charming, traditional stone building that feels more like a local manor than a formal institution, it blends seamlessly into its rustic surroundings.
Contact & Location
Address: Αλέα, Δημοτική Ενότητα Τεγέας, Δήμος Τρίπολης, Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Αρκαδίας, Περιφέρεια Πελοποννήσου, Αποκεντρωμένη Διοίκηση Πελοποννήσου, Δυτικής Ελλάδας και Ιονίου, 220 12, Ελλάς
Phone: +30 271 055 6540
Website: Visit Website
