What are the opening hours?

The museum is open Tuesday through Thursday and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Sunday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. It is closed Mondays.

Can I take photos inside?

Photography is not allowed in the museum.

Is an audio guide available?

Yes, an audio guide is available to help visitors understand the collection.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes, the museum is listed as good for kids, making it an appropriate visit for families.

Yes, restroom facilities are available on-site.

Is there an admission fee?

Yes, there is an admission fee to enter the museum.

Onufri National Iconographic Museum

Name: Onufri National Iconographic Museum
Address: PW5W+J5F, Berat, Albania, Berat, AL
Telephone: +355 32 232 224
Rating: 4.6

Things to Do in Berat

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About

Onufri National Iconographic Museum houses one of the Balkans' most significant collections of sacred art, with hundreds of icons spanning centuries. The museum is named after Onufri, a 16th-century Albanian master painter whose work anchors the collection. Visitors encounter intricate iconostasis screens, detailed frescoes, and carved pieces that document the region's Orthodox artistic heritage. An audio guide is available to contextualize the work, though photography is not permitted inside.

9.7/10

Exceptional · based on 792 Google reviews

Uniqueness9.2
Photo-worthy9.6
Family-friendly9.7
Accessibility8.5
Value for Money9.3

How we score

Our weighted 10-point Holiday Score combines Google's overall rating, review volume, and sentiment around specific topics (service, food, atmosphere, accessibility). Sub-dimension scores weight category-specific signals — for restaurants we look at food and value mentions; for hotels at cleanliness and location; for beaches at water quality and facilities. Accessibility is weighted from verified wheelchair and mobility attributes.

Scores above 8.5 represent outstanding quality. 10.0 is reserved for editorial picks.

Highlights

Extensive collection of Albanian and Balkan icons
16th-century works by master painter Onufri
Ornate iconostasis screens and frescoes
Audio guide included with admission
Accessible to families with children

Why we like it
We value this museum for its scholarly depth and real restraint—no overwrought presentation, just serious sacred art displayed with respect. The audio guide lifts what might otherwise feel like a quiet archive into a window onto Orthodox artistic tradition and Albanian cultural identity. It's the kind of place that rewards slow looking.

Best for

Art History EnthusiastsCultural TravelersFamiliesReligious Art Seekers

Location

PW5W+J5F, Berat, Albania

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Frequently asked

About Onufri National Iconographic Museum

What are the opening hours?
The museum is open Tuesday through Thursday and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Sunday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. It is closed Mondays.
Can I take photos inside?
Photography is not allowed in the museum.
Is an audio guide available?
Yes, an audio guide is available to help visitors understand the collection.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, the museum is listed as good for kids, making it an appropriate visit for families.
Is there a restroom?
Yes, restroom facilities are available on-site.
Is there an admission fee?
Yes, there is an admission fee to enter the museum.

9.7/10

Exceptional · based on 792 Google reviews

Uniqueness9.2
Photo-worthy9.6
Family-friendly9.7
Accessibility8.5
Value for Money9.3

How we score

Our weighted 10-point Holiday Score combines Google's overall rating, review volume, and sentiment around specific topics (service, food, atmosphere, accessibility). Sub-dimension scores weight category-specific signals — for restaurants we look at food and value mentions; for hotels at cleanliness and location; for beaches at water quality and facilities. Accessibility is weighted from verified wheelchair and mobility attributes.

Scores above 8.5 represent outstanding quality. 10.0 is reserved for editorial picks.

Review breakdown

792 reviews

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paintings11

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no photos allowed8

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