Courtesy: Goulandris Natural History Museum

From mythology and ancient history to a parallel universe of optical illusions, Athens has all kinds of museums sure to enthrall your kids.

By Carolina Doriti

The caryatids at the Acropolis Museum.

Courtesy: The Acropolis Museum

The Acropolis Museum

The Museum of Illusions

It may not be a museum, exactly, but it's a great place to bring your kids.

Photo: Amalia Kovaiou

These life-size animal replicas will be popular with your kids.

Courtesy: Goulandris Natural History Museum

Goulandris Natural History Museum

Technopolis & Industrial Gas Museum

The inside of the Technopolis & Industrial Gas Museum.

Courtesy: Industrial Gas Museum

Figurines set up at the Benaki Toy Museum.

Courtesy: The Benaki Toy Museum

The Benaki Toy Museum