Athens Travel Guide
Sightseeing
Philopappou hill is a beautiful park with great views of the Acropolis. There you can discover the Philopappou monument, handmade cobbled roads and the church of Ayios Demetrios Loumbardiaris, a 16th-century basilica with great murals. The area of Philopappou Hill has been designated a Scheduled and Protected Monument of the Global Cultural Heritage.
Akropolis Athena
Bukit Filopappou
215 ΦυλήςKuil Hephaestus
3 StirieonMonastiraki
Syntagma Square
Platia SintagmatosAgora Kuno Athens
24 AdrianouTaman Kebangsaan
1 Leoforos Vasilisis AmaliasThe first Modern Olympic Games were held there making the stadium a monument of significant importance. It is the only stadium in the world made from white marble and has a capacity of 60.000 spectators.
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Stadium Panathenaic
Leoforos Vasileos KonstantinouThe first Modern Olympic Games were held there making the stadium a monument of significant importance. It is the only stadium in the world made from white marble and has a capacity of 60.000 spectators.
Monumen Philopappos
The 5.000 seats ancient theatre is a venue for concerts of the Athens Festival during the summer months.
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Odeon Herodes Atticus
Dionysiou AreopagitouThe 5.000 seats ancient theatre is a venue for concerts of the Athens Festival during the summer months.
Sounio is located just 1 hour away from the city of Athens. Apart from the lovely beaches in the area where you can have a swim in the summer, it is famous for its archaeological site. At Sounio you can visit the temple of Poseidon the god of the sea, from where you can admire one of the most beautiful sunsets. Sounio is a very popular day trip from Athens.
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Kuil Poseidon - Sounio
Sounio is located just 1 hour away from the city of Athens. Apart from the lovely beaches in the area where you can have a swim in the summer, it is famous for its archaeological site. At Sounio you can visit the temple of Poseidon the god of the sea, from where you can admire one of the most beautiful sunsets. Sounio is a very popular day trip from Athens.
Arts & Culture
Muzium Akropolis
15 Dionysiou AreopagitouNational Observatory of Athens
& MetaxaThe Stavros Niarchos Foundation is a fascinating cultural centre that holds exhibitions and festivals throughout the year. The complex features the National Library of Greece and the Greek National Opera among other galleries and theatres that celebrate Greek culture.
The development is an architectural work of art and is a great space for both indoor and outdoor events. With an ice-skating rink in winter and summer sailing when the weather’s bright, there are loads of fun-filled activities for both adults and kids alike.
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Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
364 Leoforos Andrea SiggrouThe Stavros Niarchos Foundation is a fascinating cultural centre that holds exhibitions and festivals throughout the year. The complex features the National Library of Greece and the Greek National Opera among other galleries and theatres that celebrate Greek culture.
The development is an architectural work of art and is a great space for both indoor and outdoor events. With an ice-skating rink in winter and summer sailing when the weather’s bright, there are loads of fun-filled activities for both adults and kids alike.
The Benaki Museum is one of the most interesting museums in the capital and has been open to the public since 1930. This historical and cultural museum shows the development of Greece through the ages.
The collections include a plethora of exhibits that highlight the variety of cultures that have had a profound impact on the country. From Roman rule to Greek independence, the Benaki Museum gives you a great insight into Greek life and history.
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Muzium Mainan Benaki
138 PireosThe Benaki Museum is one of the most interesting museums in the capital and has been open to the public since 1930. This historical and cultural museum shows the development of Greece through the ages.
The collections include a plethora of exhibits that highlight the variety of cultures that have had a profound impact on the country. From Roman rule to Greek independence, the Benaki Museum gives you a great insight into Greek life and history.
Shopping
Ermou
ErmouFood Scene
In a rectangular building in the heart of Athens, you will find the city’s central market with many food stalls selling meat, fish, vegetables, and groceries.
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Varvakios Central Municipal Market
42 AthinasIn a rectangular building in the heart of Athens, you will find the city’s central market with many food stalls selling meat, fish, vegetables, and groceries.
Entertainment & Activities
One of the best open air cinemas in the world.
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Open Air Cinema THISION
7 Apostolou PavlouOne of the best open air cinemas in the world.
For the ravers and techno lovers, this place is a must. You can also have a coffee at the hidden backyard.
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six d.o.g.s
6-8 AvramiotouFor the ravers and techno lovers, this place is a must. You can also have a coffee at the hidden backyard.
Getting Around
Acropoli station
Thēseiou
Head to Monastiraki district just under the Acropolis. Wander around the flea market and buy souvenirs and gifts for your friends.
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Monastiraki
Head to Monastiraki district just under the Acropolis. Wander around the flea market and buy souvenirs and gifts for your friends.
Located at the foot of Acropolis, it’s the oldest neighborhood of Athens. Plaka is a picturesque neighborhood with the narrow streets, neoclassical houses, shops, restaurants and ruins from the Roman era.
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Plaka
24 MnisikleousLocated at the foot of Acropolis, it’s the oldest neighborhood of Athens. Plaka is a picturesque neighborhood with the narrow streets, neoclassical houses, shops, restaurants and ruins from the Roman era.
Lycabettus hill can be reached either by car, simply follow the only road. On foot through the many footpaths and by the funicular. At the top there is an open air theatre that hosts a lot of cultural events in the summer. If you find yourself in Athens at this time of year watching a performance from up there is a unique experience.
You can also visit the church of Ayios Georgios enjoy your coffee in the café or have dinner in Orizodes restaurant. Most importantly enjoy the incredible view of the city.
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Bukit Lycabettus
LikavittouLycabettus hill can be reached either by car, simply follow the only road. On foot through the many footpaths and by the funicular. At the top there is an open air theatre that hosts a lot of cultural events in the summer. If you find yourself in Athens at this time of year watching a performance from up there is a unique experience.
You can also visit the church of Ayios Georgios enjoy your coffee in the café or have dinner in Orizodes restaurant. Most importantly enjoy the incredible view of the city.