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The area

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Neighbourhood: Syntagma

Perhaps the best place to get your bearings is Syntagma Square, crowned by the imposing Parliament building on its upper side and surrounded by other large structures, such as the exclusive Hotel Grande Bretagne. The grand avenues that lead towards Omonia are also full of massive Neoclassical edifices like the Numismatic Museum and those around smaller Platia Kolokotroni. Here you will find lots of travel agents, bookshops and fashion shops, especially on Ermou Street. Just south of Syntagma Square, you can take a breather in the lush National Gardens, which extend into the grounds of the Zappeio palace and beyond to the ancient Temple of Olympian Zeus.

How to get there

Syntagma • 2 min walk
Nomismatokopio • 4 min walk

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Numismatic Museum

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Richard M
Hampstead Norreys, United Kingdom937 contributions
Beating heart of Athens
The heart of modern Athens sits in front of the parliament building. It is a centre of transport and has a number of lovely fountains. There are entertainers looking for your patronage. Nice place surrounded by lovely buildings.
Visited November 2023
Travelled as a couple
Written November 26, 2023
MissyPA71
Wilmington, North Carolina1,604 contributions
Nice to pass through but can be sketchy at night
Found this area to be a nice place to stroll, however, there were a lot of characters a few of which tried to follow us for a little bit that was a little longer than it should have lasted. That said, it is a nice place to stop for a photo op, and maybe a coffee. Passing through at night seems to be even sketchier. So take heed and watch your valuables.
Visited January 2024
Travelled with family
Written January 2, 2024
Thomas V
Oakland, California17,513 contributions
Huge Plaza in the Center
This huge plaza is definitely the center of town with the palace and the fountains. Also some very grand hotels around it. We passed through it many times but were not dazzled. The major Metro change point is below. Always a lot of people around, often seeking some shade in the bright sun.
Visited March 2024
Travelled as a couple
Written March 22, 2024

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CuriousTravelerRadio

Lancaster, PA1,477 contributions

Chaos Ground Zero

Sept 2022

Syntigma is always a very busy place given all of the hotels, the metro, and the government buildings all around. It is a convenient place to start your shopping walk down Ermou or to Plaka and Monasteraki. It is also where almost all protests and strikes start in Athens, so pay attention!

Written September 25, 2022

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SoCalOregonian

Murrieta, CA10,355 contributions

CONSTITUTION SQUARE - MUST EXPERIENCE AT NIGHT

Dec 2019

This is the central square of Athens and is located across from the parliament building and home to a subway stop. It is a happening place at all times of the day, but must be visited at night. When we visited Athens from 12/13 – 12/18 it was decorated in Christmas finery. In the center of the square is a large fountain, which at night changes colors on a rotating basis. There are also a couple other fountains at the edges of the plaza.

Written January 4, 2020

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Thomas V

Oakland, CA17,513 contributions

Center of Town

Sept 2021

We were back here again and again as it is clearly the center of town with big government buildings, fancy hotels and a huge Metro station. Up on tow are fountains, musicians, and folks just wasting time. Busy but not especially pretty.

Written January 16, 2022

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MissyPA71

Wilmington, NC1,604 contributions

Nice to pass through but can be sketchy at night

Jan 2024 • Family

Found this area to be a nice place to stroll, however, there were a lot of characters a few of which tried to follow us for a little bit that was a little longer than it should have lasted.

That said, it is a nice place to stop for a photo op, and maybe a coffee. Passing through at night seems to be even sketchier. So take heed and watch your valuables.

Written January 2, 2024

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BrakiWorldTraveler

Belgrade, Serbia19,408 contributions

Central square with the Parliament

Jul 2021

The Syntagma is the main central square in Athens. It's adorned with a nice (but not well maintained) park in the middle and the imposing Neo-classic Parliament edifice dominating.
The best thing you can do here is watching the Parliament guard change, take some pics and that's it.

Written September 23, 2021

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Brianngog

Cyprus10,865 contributions

Beauty Within The Beast

Jul 2022 • Couples

We were staying a few minutes away and found Plateia Syntagma such a beautiful place with great Architecture and Top Notch hotels nearby - all offset by the beast that is the never ending stream of Traffic. At least the traffic has to navigate its way around Syntagma whilst pedestrians can wander and stare at the wonderful buildings once on the Pedestrian walkways. Great place and attraction to visit.

Written August 5, 2022

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Thomas G

Amsterdam, The Netherlands1,870 contributions

Much happening

Jan 2022

Syntagma square is a very nice place, especially during Christmas time with the tree and all the lights on the square. It is a cozy square with street performances and food stands and more. The parliament building with the remarkable guards is very close and also worth visiting. This is a square you will see of at least have to see if you in Athens, even if you are here for a short time.

Written January 13, 2022

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Thomas V

Oakland, CA17,513 contributions

Transportation Hub

Sept 2021

This is the major center of Athens with metro and bus lines coming here, plus an outpost of taxis. We passed through it many times, even on foot in the heat. Not especially pretty even with historic buildings and a beautiful hotel.

Written June 17, 2022

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ymt888

Petaling Jaya, Malaysia1,817 contributions

Main attraction

Feb 2019

You cannot miss this square in the city center. Our hotel faces the square and it was busy during weekends. The square is also just above the metro and in front of the parliament building. One of Athens top tourist spot.

Written January 30, 2020

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Thomas V

Oakland, CA17,513 contributions

Huge Plaza in the Center

Mar 2024 • Couples

This huge plaza is definitely the center of town with the palace and the fountains. Also some very grand hotels around it. We passed through it many times but were not dazzled. The major Metro change point is below. Always a lot of people around, often seeking some shade in the bright sun.

Written March 22, 2024

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