Points of Interest & Landmarks in Athens

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  • CaptCook
    218 contributions
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    Even more than the Parthenon, this represents the social heart of Ancient Athens. The Temple of Hephaestus rates is both splendid and probably the most complete 'ruin' in the city.

    It's a fantastic introduction to Athens. It's a site where you can be sure heroes, philosophers, and famous artisans have lived and changed the world.

    On a catious: On a hot summer day, be sure that you cover up and take water. Otherwise, breathe the history!
    Written 17 March 2024
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  • GAR
    243 contributions
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    Personally, I think this is the most interesting ancient sight I saw in Greece. The statues are replicas as the originals have been moved to the Acropolis Museum to prevent them eroding further
    Written 4 March 2024
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  • r t
    Bromsgrove, UK692 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The track up here was really good and although it seemed a long jaunt the views from the top were incredible.
    The signposts are none existant but it's fairly self explanatory
    Written 14 February 2024
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  • elmooo
    yorkshire14 contributions
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    The tomb is easy to locate and worth planning into your day on the hour to watch the changing of the guard. Really interesting to watch and worth getting there a little early to get a good spot at the front.
    Written 15 February 2024
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  • happy56traveller
    Essex, UK125 contributions
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    An absolute must see when in Athens. A true spectacle of uniform, poise, concentration and dedication. Stunning display. The history behind the Evzones is so rooted in Greek history and fascinating
    Written 11 March 2024
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  • MissyPA71
    Wilmington, NC1,511 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    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 2 January 2024
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  • ChrisLUSA
    Scarsdale, NY6 contributions
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    Don't miss out this wonderful site! It is poorly advertised and this feels so wrong! We went there during the Democracy workshop, otherwise we would have no idea it existed. Still, it is very very close to Acropolis hill, it is sooo beautiful, the view is amazing and it is the birthplace of democracy!
    Written 6 February 2024
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  • FactotumDellaCitta
    London, UK3,878 contributions
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    This 19th-century cathedral has been extensively renovated and is now in great shape. It overlooks a wide square.
    Written 19 August 2023
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  • Mairwen1
    United Kingdom9,563 contributions
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    Adrianou Street is a heavily touristy thoroughfare which runs through the middle of the Plaka area. It’s colourful and crowded and quite a fun area to walk.
    It is lined with a mix of shops, restaurants, bars and cafes. The shops are a mixed bag, with plenty of the familiar T-shirt and fridge-magnet variety of souvenir, a few higher end brands like Swarovski and Pandora and some small, more interesting clothing, shoe and jewellery shops.
    Adrianou Street is said to be the oldest Athenian street still in use but it’s
    a commercial thoroughfare, rather than an historic sight-seeing destination.
    It runs roughly from Monastiraki Square area through to the Acropolis, so there are lots of sight-seeing opportunities at both ends.
    At the Monastiraki end, are Hadrian’s Library and Monastiraki Square. Nearby are the Roman Agora, the Tower of the Wind, and the Ancient Agora.
    From Adrianou St, you can see down over part of the Hadrian’s Library site so if you don’t want to pay the 8EUR entry then this this is a good vantage point. If you continue around to the Monastiraki Square side, you’ll see the front of the Library as well.
    At the Acropolis end, you are very close to the ancient Lysikrates Monument, with Hadrian’s Arch and the Temple of Zeus not far away. The Acroporlis Museum and the southern entrance to the Acropolis are just a little further on past the Lysikrates Monument. We used the southern entrance - it's not the main entry point but it's less busy and quicker to get in here.
    Written 30 November 2023
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  • Mia1010M
    London, UK244 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Had a lovely afternoon there are quite a variety of different shops to shop from the place could be a bit cleaner they were selling bread in the street which I would definitely try
    Written 22 January 2024
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  • Razorfish
    Little Rock, AR3,866 contributions
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    The Tower of the Winds is located within the Roman Agora. It can be easily seen from outside the perimeter fence. There’s not much else to see in the Agora. It’s okay but nothing special.
    Written 23 September 2023
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  • Mairwen1
    United Kingdom9,563 contributions
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    This imposing, ceremonial gateway to the Acropolis and Parthenon was built in the 430s BC by Pericles and was intended to create a wow factor.
    It was part of an expansive building programme designed to revive and glorify Athens. All who entered the Acropolis would now first pass through this monumental stairway and gate. Not until they reached the top, would the view of the Parthenon and other statues and buildings suddenly open up in front of their eyes and probably take their breath away. It still has that effect today.
    However the experience is not for the faint-hearted. It’s like being in a scrum. Add in a 30+ degree temperature and an unrelenting sun and the level of discomfort starts to skyrocket.
    It’s impossible to stop or even pause on the way up because you’re carried up the steep, zig-zagging stairway by a surge of people and guards are constantly urging people along and preventing anyone from lingering.
    It’s difficult to see take it all in. It was pretty overwhelming.
    Two features to notice in particular are the Monument of Agrippa (on your left as you walk up) and the tiny temple of Athena Nike, perched up high at the edge of the cliff on your right.
    Such was the momentum of the crowd, I missed both. I overlooked the Monument Of Agrippa and had already passed beneath the temple before I realised. It’s one way traffic only and there’s no way I could’ve gone back. However luckily you get a second chance to look at anything you miss when you exit. You return back down the same way but on the opposite side of the stairway.
    If like us, you enter the site from the south gate (opposite the Acropolis Museum), you approach the Propylaea from around the side via the Theatre of Dionysus and the Odeon. This meant that you miss out on that first impression of standing at the base of the Propylaea and seeing it front-on, in all its imposing glory. In this case, make sure to stop when you exit the site through the Beule Gate, and turn back to see the Propylaea in this light.
    TICKET TIP: I’d highly recommend buying the combo ticket. At €30, it is excellent value. It lasts for 5 days and includes entry to 7 ancient sites. Entry to the Acropolis on its own is €20 so if it is your first time to Athens, it makes sense to buy this ticket (unless you’re here in winter when many sites are half price).
    Written 28 November 2023
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  • Sammie-Jo69
    North West England, UK322 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Perfectly still and silent, the cemetery is vast and an interesting insight into the burial practices of the culture. You could spend anywhere from fifteen minutes to an hour depending on how much of it you want to see!
    Written 20 August 2023
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  • Mohamed T
    Cairo, Egypt157 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Definition of central station in a city that is syntagma square.
    Mid town all the shops are close by, restaurants, and shops. Old town is amazing and also very close by
    Must visit
    Written 16 March 2024
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  • Sarah S
    Midhurst, UK5 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Just love this area of Athens. Great bakers, great location for window shopping, parks and museums. Vibrant cafe society.
    Written 10 February 2024
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