Explore Leros Museums – 2025 Summer Museum Hours

Leros is more than just beautiful beaches and charming villages — it’s an island steeped in history. This summer, take the opportunity to explore its fascinating past through a variety of local museums, each offering a unique perspective on the island’s cultural, religious, and military heritage. Below you’ll find the updated opening hours for some of the must-visit museums across Leros.

Castle of Leros (Panagia tou Kastrou)

 This museum, housed within a 19th-century castle, offers a captivating look at Leros’ religious heritage and historical artifacts. 

• Open every day 10:00-13:00 and 16:30-20:00.
• You can find more information about the museum here.

War Museum Tunnel in Merikia

Delve into Leros’ wartime experiences at this museum located within a WWII tunnel complex in Merikia.

• The museum is open every day from 9:30 to 14:00.
• You can find more information about the museum here.

Archaeological Museum of Leros

Explore Leros’ ancient past through archaeological finds and exhibits. 

• Open daily from 8:30 to 15:00, except on Tuesdays.
• You can find more information about the museum here.

Deposito di Guerra

This museum showcases the impressive Leros’ military history and equipment.

• • The museum is open daily from 18:00 to 20:00 by appointment only. Starting July 1st, it will be open from 10:00 to 13:00 and 18:00 to 20:00.

  • You can find more information about the museum here.

Agios Theologos Church

One of the oldest churches on Leros. It was built in the 11th century on the ruins of an early Christian church, from which mosaics are still preserved.

• • The church is open to the public Monday to Friday, 9:00-14:00

  • You can find directions here.

Angels’ Monastery 

Open daily 18:00-19:00.

Get directions here.