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Parthenon
16,759 reviews
#1 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"It was a delightful day spent learning some of the history, legends of the area and also a good walk thru the Plaka , the National Gardens as well as info on the Agora, the Temple of Zeus, Hadrian's Arch and the r...""extraordinary and absolutely must-see, most important monument of Ancient Greek Antiquity.. just make sure you wear grippy comfortable shoes as it is very slippery walking on polished uneven marble stones!"
Acropolis
35,623 reviews
#2 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"It’s simple; 20 euros gets you into the Acropolis and 30 euros gets you into the Acropolis plus several other great sites including the temple of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Agora, Hadrians library, The Roman Agora...""Loved the place so much, it’s on top of hill in Attica center, when you up there you can see the whole city of Attica, the ancient city, the Roman theater, the houses, and the sea, the olive vineyards I love so mu..."
Plaka
16,133 reviews
#3 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"... - Awesome view of the acropolis - Great for shopping - Great for promenades, at any time - Perfect for lunch/dinner/tea/whatever involves eating or drinking, with a beautiful view of the city - Many tourists""You can get pleasantly lost in its maze like streets, most of them pedestrianized and encounter in every corner a new monument that may vary from classical antiquity to medieval churches, to modern time cafes and..."
Temple of Hephaestus
4,519 reviews
#4 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"Located within the Ancient Agora area and opposite the Stoa of Attalos, the Temple of Hephaestus and Athena is beautifully located on a hill with great views of the Acropolis and the Stoa.""Best preserved Temple, great piece of architecture with ruins of a Christian church inside giving a good example of many transformations of these temples over the centuries."
Erechtheion
2,784 reviews
#5 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"While on the Acropolis site you can see the Theater of Dionysus, Odeon of Herodes Atticus Theater and on the Acropolis Hill, on site surrounding the Parthenon you can see the Temple of Athena Nike, the ruins of Pr...""Although 4 of the original maiden columns may be seen in the fabulous Acropolis Museum below, the copies allow one to see on site this magnificent structure from the 5th Century BC's Golden Age of Athens."
Herod Atticus Odeon
1,699 reviews
#6 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"While on the Acropolis site you can see also the Theater of Dionysus and on top of the Acropolis Hill, surrounding the Parthenon you can see the Temple of Athena Nike, the ruins of Propylaea and the Erechtheion.""... season mainly music and tavern tours, when I come to the Acropolis environment and reach Herod Atticus Odeon, I am thrilled with the beauty and amazing acoustics, marble stones, the power of the unimaginable .. ."
Anafiotika
1,233 reviews
#7 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"The close proximity to everything, including the Acropolis, museums, the vibrant Monesteraki Square and narrow streets with bazaar-like shops, makes the Downtown Loft Apartments the ideal base in Athens.""The workers, many of them from the Greek island Anafi and other Cycladic islands, missed their home and decided to build a small residential neighborhood with their island village homestyle architecture."
Philopappos Hill
1,392 reviews
#8 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"From the hill one can also make great photo's of the Acropolis and of Lycabettus hill (both in one shot !). Amazing enough there weren't many people on the hill, which made it look even more exclusive and relaxed.""As a part of our plans, we made up our minds to go for a walk during the sunset, the walk was lovely , the view over ancient Athens was spectacular and lucky us we had some sun to enjoy the romantic sunset, go and..."
Mount Lycabettus
6,125 reviews
#9 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"You can see almost 5 million atheneons from the top of the hill, amazing views with a bar at the top where you can get a drink with a 360 degree view.. Amazing place to visit and an absolute must to see if you vis...""A nice walk up the hill with great view of Athens! highly recommended!! On our way down we stopped also for a coffee in Kolonaki , one of the chicest areas in Athens similar to Saint Germain de Pres in paris!"
Temple of Athena Nike
1,238 reviews
#10 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"The Temple of Athena Nike dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike was built around 420 BC and today stands proud on the southwest corner of the Acropolis to the right hand side of the grand entrance to the Acropolis.""While on Acropolis site you can see the Theater of Dionysus, Odeon of Herodes Atticus Theater and on the Acropolis Hill, surrounding the Parthenon you can see the Temple of Athena Nike, the ruins of Propylaea and..."
Ancient Agora of Athens
4,227 reviews
#11 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"Within the Ancient Agora you have the ancient market place, the centre of the Ancient Athenian city, but you also have the Stoa of Attalos where in you can see a superbly restored Stoa with a small museum displayi...""The Greek Agora is a place full of magic, you feel transposed in time, centuries ago, stepping among its ruins, you are amazed by the temple of Hephaestus, very well preserved, or Basileios Stoa."
Panathenaic Stadium
6,721 reviews
#12 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"To finish the Authentic Athens Marathon was special enough but to finish it in this stadium with all its history was spectacular add to that the amazing support in the stadium as you crossed the line and it truly...""The stadium, constructed completely from marble, is a stunningly beautiful building and a interesting museum dedicated to the history of the Olympics Note - an audio guide is included as part of the entry fee."
Changing of the Guard Ceremony
174 reviews
#13 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"Due to the extended nature of the marching, it takes a while for the change to take place but it’s well worth the time and gives you plenty of opportunities for photos and video.""beautiful town, spectacular buildings, friendly people, changing of the guard - impressive spectacle, exquisite uniforms,"
Areopagus
686 reviews
#14 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"As Paul was preaching about the Athenian devotion to various gods, one can picture ancient Athenians glancing over Paul's shoulder to the Acropolis with all its temples to their gods.""We noticed signs to the rock as we were making our way to the Acropolis & are glad we visited this exposed, marble outcrop as it gives wonderful views across Athens & up to the Acropolis."
The Academy of Athens
330 reviews
#15 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"One of the major landmarks of the city is the main building of the Academy, designed as a part of architectural trilogy, along with the University building and the National Library.""With its central part and two wings and lots of decoration in the pediment, gold color on the tops of the columns, and two statues on thin columns piercing the sky, it’s a gem."
Propylaea
163 reviews
#16 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"While on Acropolis site you can see the Theater of Dionysus, Odeon of Herodes Atticus Theater and on the Acropolis Hill, on site surrounding the Parthenon you can see the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion.""Whilst walking through the gateway take time to reflect on the ability of the ancient Greeks to build such architecture on such a huge scale & on this site."
Church of Kapnikaréa
724 reviews
#17 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"It is famous for its splendid ancient gate mostly kept from the ancient temple, the amazing wall paintings of saints and whole important scenes from Christianity, the faux marble technique and using the 2nd and 3r...""At the end of affluent pedestrian Ermou Street, on the edge of Plaka and Monastiraki quarters, a real pearl of Byzantine's religious architectural style stands: the beautiful and tiny "Church of Kapnikarea"."
Stoa of Attalos
422 reviews
#19 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"The museum includes a very well done history of the occupation of the site from pre-history, including site plans andmodels, along with a very good collection of artifacts and statues.""While ancient ruins and artefacts are an Athens keynote, it was marvellous to see such a beautiful and faithful restoration splendidly reflecting the grandeur of the past."
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
1,255 reviews
#20 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"The Tomb was unveiled on 25 March 1932 by then Prime Minister Andreas Michalakopoulos, with the participation of many foreign delegations, followed by a parade of the monument guard.""The relief statue of a fallen hoplite with his shield on (abandoning the shield was a sign of cowardliness), marble tomb and inscriptions of major battles in the Greek history."
Psirri
324 reviews
#21 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"... situated for a visit to Athens: the Acropolis is fifteen minutes walk away; the rather more sanitised Plaka nearby; the transport hub of Monastiraki right there, and the Varvakeios market an easy stroll.""After visiting the super crowded Acropolis, enjoy this quiet and authentic neighborhood, with a lot of amazing Street art."
Monastiraki
5,623 reviews
#22 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"The Acropolis of Athens, the most famous Classical monument, architectural wonder dedicated for Athena the protectress goddess of the city, symbol of Athenian excellence and the triumph of Civilisation over Barbar...""It is the place in the old city of Athens (Plaka) that combines the tourist buzz with a stroll along some ancient paths, the traditional Greek food (I love souvlaki), with a stunning view of the lit Acropolis at n..."
Pnyx
132 reviews
#23 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"From Acropolis Museum and Metro stop follow the pedestrian boulevard past the back (west) entrance of the Acropolis Archeologic Site and continue straight up the hill side through a grove of trees and turn right a...""This small and rocky hill, beloved by tourists from around the world for some beautiful views of the city and the Acropolis, once played a huge role in the development of democracy."
Plateia Syntagmatos
2,351 reviews
#24 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"So much of modern day Athens begins or ends here or it located here: the Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, National Gardens, many embassys are nearby, the Hotel Grande Bretagne, buses to the airport, Ermou...""We Greeks used it often for protests, but it's a nice experience for tourists to see the Greek soldiers Guard change and the Parliament."
Adrianou Street
441 reviews
#25 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"Lined with souvenir shops, restaurants and bars, it is a great place to stroll around and have a nice time, especially in the evening when it is full of life, sounds and atmosphere.""From here, you are only about 2 blocks from the Arch of Hadrian and the Temple of Zeus and the Acropolis Museum and the Acropolis."
Temple of Olympian Zeus
4,465 reviews
#26 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"This historical site is a very nice place to visit and, in addition to an opportunity to see the temple ruins, offers an excellent view of Acropolis and Arch of Hadrian.""The temple is very close to Plaka, the Onassis Foundation - Athens Cultural Centre, the herm statue of Melina Mercouri, part of the ancient city wall, the National Gardens, the Panathanaikos Stadium and Syntagma."
Syntagma Station
609 reviews
#28 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"It is very clean station equipped with many passengers’ facilities, but its most interesting feature is the collection of artifacts and archeological findings on display all over the station.""There were skeletons in the wall, entombed in the earth behind the glass, cemetery stones, and other artifacts."
Kerameikos Cemetery
664 reviews
#29 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"... tourists around and you can wander unhurried and take as long as you like viewing the gravestones and monuments.This is a very interesting site and the small museum is also excellent.Well worth a leisurely visit.""Tip: The best deal is to pay 30 euro for the 5-day tickets that includes The Acropolis and slopes, Ancient Agora, Hadrian’s Library, Kerameikos, Roman Agora, Olympieion [Temple of Olympian Zeus], and Aristotle’s S..."
Chapel of St. George
164 reviews
#30 of 220 Sights & Landmarks in Athens
"This little white chapel is dedicated to St. Georges, and is constructed right on the rocky point of the top, you can see still some rocks, and I visited it on the hight of Lycabettus hill, you can light a candle...""This is a beautiful little chapel on a hilltop in the middle of Athens accessible by cable car, elevator or you can walk up the mountain if you're able-bodied."
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