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Royal Palace of Tatoi

Museum Historical landmark

One of the Best Places To Visits in Varympompi


Address

5Q6R+GF, Acharnes 136 72, Greece

Website

www.tatoi.org

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (2.3K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: (Epiphany), Open 24 hours, Hours might differ
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours

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  • 4/5 Georges 4 years ago on Google
    Bit spooky but worth visiting... basically the entrance is forbidden, however abandoned as it is you can easily access. Be aware of your car ( don’t leave valuable goods that can be seen from the outside , lots of stealing issues but also damaged cars). No need to mention that you should visit the area only during the day!!!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anita D. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely place, nice to walk your dog. Nice for a picnic. Although now 2021 they started renovating the palace and the surroundings....
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Takis K. 3 years ago on Google
    A great place to spend time with the family or on your own if: you like nature, old buildings, walking in the forest, running, cycling, jumping having fun!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tinks P. 6 years ago on Google
    Sadly left to ruin, despite apparent funding from the EU (Hah! I wonder whose pocket that went into?!). The grounds of Tatoi are beautiful to walk around. Just a shame that this historical place hasn't been preserved and presented to the public.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pierros Z. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place for hiking, biking or picnic, impressive unique nature.Some old buildings are needed renovation.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 georgem1989 3 years ago on Google
    Great place for a short day-trip, not far away from Athens. There are numerous hiking trails and bicycle paths. Hopefully the restoration process will be finished soon and Athens will gain a new recreational area!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zuzanna S. 11 months ago on Google
    The palace has been abandoned since 1973, though the real damage for the site happened in 2021, when the fires came near the mansion. It is no longer surrounded by dense cypress forest; the walk requires going through burned trees (and some newly grown deciduous thickets). The restauration works in the residence are ongoing, so in short time sightseeing of the site should be possible. As for July 2023, majority of the buildings is ruined, though one can see new information graphics, paths and some rebuilt housing. Though is it a pleasure to wander around in this abandoned place, I await the site to be restored and the nature - someday - regrown.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Kostas P. 2 years ago on Google
    How disappointing is the black view... But in any case is still the best place for excursion in the forest (??!!). Let's cross our finger this will be the last wildfire..
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nikos K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Perfect (Original) Τελειο
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 toulapeny 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I had ridden a bicycle to the royal palaces. The route is excellent it was really worth all the effort. I entered from an alley that eventually took me to the royal palaces which are unfortunately in poor condition. Nevertheless, it is worth visiting! (Original) Είχα πάει βόλτα με ποδήλατο στα βασιλικά ανάκτορα. Η διαδρομή είναι εξαιρετική πραγματικά άξιζε όλη την κούραση. Μπήκα από ένα δρομάκι που εν τέλει με έβγαλε στα βασιλικά ανάκτορα τα οποία δυστυχώς ειναι σε άσχημη κατάσταση. Πάρολα αυτά αξιζει να το επισκεφθείτε!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Chryssanthie P. 3 years ago on Google
    Wonderful nature but a lot of repairs to be done in the ex Royal property. Sure is worth the visit for a stroll or a bike ride.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Doxakis K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Area of ​​incredible natural beauty in the national park of Parnitha. Unfortunately many of the buildings have been left at the mercy of the weather and have been destroyed. There are many beautiful hiking and cycling trails in the dense forest. You can see the old palace which like some other buildings is in the process of restoration. (Original) Περιοχή απίστευτου φυσικού κάλους μέσα στο εθνικό δρυμό της Πάρνηθας. Δυστυχώς πολλά από τα κτήρια έχουν αφεθεί στο έλεος του καιρού και έχουν καταστραφεί. Υπάρχουν πολλές όμορφες διαδρομές για πεζοπορία και ποδηλασία μέσα στο πυκνό δάσος. Μπορεί να δει κανείς το παλιό ανάκτορο το οποίο όπως και μερικά άλλα κτήρια είναι σε φάση αναπαλαίωσης.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Πυλαρινος �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) They are very beautiful .. ΥΓ. Do not forget to pick up your trash. (Original) Είναι πάρα πολύ όμορφα.. ΥΓ. Μην ξεχνάτε να μαζεύετε τα σκουπίδια σας.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paraskevi B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A few hours close to the ever-glamorous royal palaces and the imposing presence of the royal pale beauty. (Original) Λίγες ώρες κοντά στη πάλε ποτέ αίγλη των βασιλικών ανακτόρων και την επιβλητική παρουσία της βασιλικής πάλε ομορφιάς.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alona G. 1 year ago on Google
    The palace is very beautiful, but it is under renovation and construction, the house itself is surrounded by fence, still worth visiting, not far from Athens, via cinematic road, beautiful nature, few years ago area was burned out by wild fires, not much forest left, however I still enjoyed our trip
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Petros G. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a pity that a magic place like this had been left abandoned. We should respect and honour our history without prejudice and fanatism. This place could be one of Athens top spots and a real gift to the citizens.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Emma K. 3 years ago on Google
    Ruins, nice to see but abandoned and derelict. Would be nice to see it maintained a little bit. Still, if you fancy a quick walk in the woods out the heat and want to check some history out at the same time you can kill a bit of time here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Georgios S. 4 years ago on Google
    Abandoned former residence of last royal family in Greece. This belongs to Public sector. Unfortunately it is not preserved and maintained at all and everyone is wondering about that. There are ruins everywhere .it could be a measume.it's a small part of newest Greek History
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Αλέξανδρος �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Worth for a walk very nicely (Original) Αξίζει για περίπατο πολύ όμορφα

  • 5/5 Dimitris P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful place in nature (Original) Πανέμορφο μέρος μέσα στη φύση

  • 5/5 EVANGELOS B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Finally, the restoration and utilization of the wider space begins. In 2023 - God first - the project will be ready! (Original) Επιτέλους αρχίζει η αναστήλωση και η αξιοποίηση του ευρύτερου χώρου. Το 2023 - πρώτα ο Θεός - θα είναι έτοιμο το έργο!

  • 5/5 ΑΜΑΛΙΑ �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice place, historic. Ideal for families with children. And remember, we always pick up our trash 🙂 (Original) Ωραίο μέρος, ιστορικό. Ιδανικό για οικογένειες με παιδιά. Και να θυμόμαστε, πάντα μαζεύουμε τα σκουπίδια μας 🙂

  • 5/5 NIKOLAOS T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Awesome ride Incredible images Clean Air And all this "inside" Athens I hope they do not privatize it and put IN THERE There are countries around the world without palaces Acropolis museums etc etc etc and yet they live from tourism and in Greece Well done (Original) Φοβερή βόλτα Απίστευτες εικόνες Καθαρός αέρας Και ολα αυτά "μέσα" στην Αθήνα Ελπίζω να μην το ιδιωτικοποίησουν και να βάλουν ΚΑΙ ΕΚΕΙ είσοδο Υπάρχουν χώρες ανά το κόσμο χωρίς ανάκτορα Ακρόπολη μουσεία κλπ κλπ και όμως ζούνε από τον τουρισμό και στην Ελλάδα Ο ΑΝΕΠΡΟΚΟΠΟΣ ο ελληναρας έχει μόνο τη Μύκονο που θα έπρεπε να είμαστε 5 κλίμακες πάνω από την Ελβετία Μπράβο ΜΑΣ

  • 5/5 Xristos S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Worth a visit. Abandonment is missing. (Original) Αξίζει η επίσκεψη. Λειπει η εγκαταλείψη.

  • 5/5 Αλέξανδρος �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The palace itself is under restoration but the park is excellent green and refreshing! (Original) Το ανάκτορο το ίδιο ειναι υπό αναστήλωση αλλά το πάρκο είναι εξαιρετικό πράσινο και αναζωογονεί!

  • 5/5 Panagiotis S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great environment. Historic buildings that were ruined by the inaction of those in charge. Now something is happening lately but rather slowly. Commando of Greek History haunts in a wonderful forest. I hope the work is accelerated and utilized as soon as possible! (Original) Εξαιρετικό περιβάλλον. Ιστορικά κτίρια που γίναν χαλάσματα από την απραξία των υπευθύνων. Τώρα τελευταία κάτι γίνεται αλλά μάλλον αργά αργά. Κομάντο της Ελληνικής Ιστορίας στοιχειώνει μέσα σε ένα υπέροχο δάσος. Ελπίζω να επιταχυνθούν οι εργασίες και να αξιοποιηθεί το συντομότερο δυνατόν!

  • 4/5 Just M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a pity that such a place has been left to its fate by the Greek state. But more shame to the young Greeks that I have made sure to decorate it with glasses of coffee and graffiti. (Original) Κρίμα ένα τέτοιο μέρος να έχει αφεθεί στην μοίρα του από το ελληνικό κράτος. Αλλα μεγαλύτερη ντροπή στους νεοελληνες που έχω φροντίσει να το στολίζουν με ποτήρια καφε και γκράφιτι.

  • 5/5 Κωνσταντίνος �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The place is perfect (Original) Το μέρος είναι τέλειο

  • 5/5 EFTHIMIOS B. 3 years ago on Google
    An exceptional park full with the nature's beauty and history. Ideal for picnicking, walking, biking and a travel to history or fairy tails. Old Royal Palaces in pine woods and plain grass. It brings to mind "The Crown" - the Netflix tv series. A cemetery where Kings, Queens and Princesses have their last home. Among others the one of Prince Andrew's, i.e. Kings Philip father, & Prince Charles grandfather .

  • 5/5 Aristidis T. 3 years ago on Google
    Part of Hellenic history in an amazing green paradise half an hour from Athens. A must to see and walk in the forest.

  • 5/5 Theo M. 3 years ago on Google
    Ideal for running and walking. Lovely green scenery and pure natural escape near Athens

  • 4/5 Vivianne D. 4 years ago on Google
    I hope the place get the care ot deserves soon. It's so sad to see the buildings break down. Great place to walk and exercise, awesome for bicycle wandering!

  • 3/5 Alex B. 1 year ago on Google
    Nothing to do actually to go so far. We found a burnt-out forest around unfortunately (they had big fire here, very sorry that happened...), nice fountain where you can drink a fresh water, a minor under reconstruction. Just go if it's somewhere on your way

  • 2/5 Mike P. 7 months ago on Google
    Very run down and boarded up. Being renovated as a museum. Come back in 12 months at least. Long walk in from the road.

  • 5/5 D P. 1 year ago on Google
    A once very beautiful landscape has been destroyed by a 2021 fire and struggles to recover. However it is nice to walk, bicycle etc

  • 4/5 GRIGORIS L. 4 years ago on Google
    Although only 30-45 minutes from Athens, it is located in Parnitha mountain national Forest so it is inhabited within nature. It is actually the area where the former royal family of Greece had their vacation palace. Unfortunately today all buildings are closed and the place has been left without any serious development.So what you should expect is being able to walk, run, bike and explore nature. Kids love this place too. Pic Nik and outdoor activities with them are a great idea. Foxes and dears can be spotted within the area. Most of them are familiar with humans presence. What to be aware of: 1- The main entrance is closed so you enter the place by a hall in fence 10 meters aside. This entrance is -1-2 kms- before from where Google maps target you. That is because the guide for the last part you through a Forest road which is closed 2. Have food and water with you if you plan to stay for a while. No shops to buy anything except some tavernas 5km away - good idea though for a lunch or dinner before going back-. 3. 4 not 5 stars because it would be the greatest place for excursion if some gentle development had taken place.

  • 5/5 George P. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice Forest, and many old buildings, full of history, under restoration. Ideal for families, cycling or just walking

  • 5/5 Constantinos S. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome for trekking by bicycle or walking in the forest! However, it would be better if the Palace was restored.

  • 5/5 Giorgos F. 3 years ago on Google
    One of the best recreation sites, although it needs some improvements in order to be more visitable.

  • 5/5 John B. 5 years ago on Google
    Great park. Many things to see. Picnic areas, bike routes, hiking trails. Must bring water or food with you, since there is nothing to buy from. Great day trip especially for families

  • 3/5 Rania A. 3 years ago on Google
    It's such a pity that this place is neglected! I hope one day we see it again in all its glory...

  • 5/5 Markus M. 3 years ago on Google
    The palace itself is fenced off and deteriorating, but the wild forest around it is wonderful for hikes and a great relief from the heat of Athens.

  • 4/5 Georgina X. 3 years ago on Google
    Αν και παρατημένο παραμένει ωραίο.

  • 5/5 Γιωργος �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful and once utilized they will be fantastic ... (Original) Υπέροχα και μόλις αξιοποιηθούν θα είναι φανταστικά...

  • 5/5 ΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΣ �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice route and historical route (Original) Πολύ ωραία διαδρομή και ιστορική διαδρομή

  • 5/5 Games T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful forest property, it is considered that they have abandoned it but the wild forest that surrounds it is just as charming. PS: DO NOT throw rubbish and protective masks, stop leaving half of your coffee wherever you find it. SHAME that we still say this in the year 2021. The area HAS garbage bins. Hold the car for a few minutes and find a bucket. Shame simply. (Original) Υπέροχο δασόκτημα, θεωρείται πως το έχουν εγκαταλείψει αλλά το άγριο δάσος που το περιτριγυρίζει είναι εξίσου γοητευτικό. ΥΓ: ΜΗΝ πετάτε σκουπίδια και μάσκες προστασίας, σταματήστε να αφήνετε τους μισούς καφέδες σας όπου βρείτε. ΝΤΡΟΠΗ που το λέμε ακόμα αυτό εν έτει 2021. Η περιοχή ΕΧΕΙ κάδους απορριμμάτων. Κρατήστε τα λίγα λεπτά στο αμάξι σας και βρείτε κάδο. Ντροπή απλά.

  • 5/5 Anastasia M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A perfect place, in nature and quiet. I wonder why the Greek state has not taken advantage of it, to preserve it and to make it available as a museum. (Original) Ένα τέλειο μέρος, μέσα στη φύση και την ησυχία. Απορώ γιατί δεν το έχει εκμεταλλευτεί το ελληνικό κράτος, να το συντηρήσει κ να το διαθέσει σαν μουσείο.

  • 5/5 Dimitris K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A unique experience ... worth a visit. (Original) Μοναδική εμπειρία... αξίζει να τα επισκεφθεί ο καθένας.

  • 5/5 Λαίδη �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A magical environment that takes you back to the past, but unfortunately without the care of the state, as a result of which time slowly wears everything out! (Original) Μαγευτικό περιβάλλον που σε ταξιδεύει πίσω στο παρελθόν ,δυστυχώς όμως δίχως φροντίδα από το κράτος με αποτέλεσμα ο χρόνος να τα φθείρει σιγά σιγά όλα !Ειναι κρίμα και απίστευτο ένα τόσο ιστορικό μερος να παραμένει έτσι.

  • 5/5 Κωνσταντίνος �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The people of Lagadia built the summer palaces of Tatoi ... (Original) Λαγκαδινοί έχτισαν τα θερινά ανάκτορα Τατοΐου ...

  • 3/5 ΚΥΡΙΑΚΗ �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Too bad you let this wonderful place rot (Original) Κρίμα να αφήνετε αυτό το υπέροχο μέρος να σαπίζει

  • 5/5 Παναγιώτης �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful! I have been twice twice in the last month and I will definitely go a few times a month. In addition to the historicity and the photos you can take it is huge and is offered with its many paths for exploring, cycling and generally for exercise. On weekends from noon onwards as well as on holidays like Monday clear parking is quite difficult (Original) Υπέροχο! Έχω πάει δύο φορές τον τελευταίο μηνα και σίγουρα θα πηγαίνω κάποιες φορές τον μήνα. Πέραν της ιστορικότητας και των φωτογραφιών που μπορείς να βγάλεις είναι τεράστιο και προσφέρεται με τα πολλά του μονοπάτια για εξερεύνηση περπατημα ποδήλατο και γενικά για άσκηση. Σαββατοκύριακα από το μεσημέρι και μετα καθως και σε γιορτές τύπου καθαρά Δευτέρα το παρκάρισμα είναι αρκετά δύσκολο

  • 5/5 GEORGE T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice place for a walk without the fear of cars. If one goes everyday it is very quiet. Sk is very crowded (Original) Ωραίο μέρος για περίπατο χωρίς τον φόβο αυτοκινήτων. Αν πάει κάποιος καθημερινή είναι πολύ ήσυχα. Σκ έχει πάρα πολύ κόσμο

  • 5/5 Anestis G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Lots of people but it was nice (Original) Πολύ κόσμο αλλα ωραία ηταν

  • 5/5 Harris P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great area for cycling, exploring and walking! (Original) Υπέροχη περιοχή για ποδήλατο,εξερεύνηση και περπάτημα!

  • 4/5 Dimos G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Maintenance must be done immediately .. Because it is a pity .. It is a fantastic place .. (Original) Πρεπει να γίνει άμεσα συντήρηση.. Γιατί είναι κρίμα.. Είναι ένα φανταστικό μέρος..

  • 4/5 mitsos v. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The people of the Municipality are trying to fix it, a good effort was not like before (Original) Προσπαθούν να το φτιάξουν οι άνθρωποι του Δήμου, καλή προσπάθεια δεν ήταν όπως παλιά

  • 4/5 Giota G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a pity that in such a beautiful natural landscape in Attica, the royal palaces have been abandoned for so many years. It could have been developed much more touristically. Nevertheless the route is excellent especially if one starts from Kryoneri and not from Varybobi (Original) Είναι κρίμα που σε ένα τόσο όμορφο φυσικό τοπίο εντος Αττικής έχουν εγκαταλείψει τόσα χρόνια ανεκμετάλλευτα τα βασιλικα ανάκτορα. Θα μπορουσε να είχε αναπτυχθεί πολυ περισσοτερο τουριστικά. Παρόλα αυτα η διαδρομή είναι εξαιρετική ειδικά αν κάποιος την ξεκινήσει από το Κρυονέρι κ οχι από την Βαρυμπομπη

  • 4/5 Giorgos R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) As an area of ​​the beautiful parks near Athens, as an exploitation, another shame of our Greek state. :( (Original) Σαν περιοχή από τα πανέμορφα πάρκα κοντά στην Αθήνα, σαν αξιοποίηση, άλλη μία ντροπή του Ελληνικού κράτους μας. :(

  • 5/5 Maria L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful but needs a lot of repair (Original) Πανέμορφα αλλά θέλει αρκετό φτιαξιμο

  • 5/5 ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) extremely ... But really a pity that they are so abandoned ... it is part of our history and it had to be neat and tidy ... whether we like kings or not .... let's hope they do it (Original) εξαιρετικά...Αλλά πραγματικά κρίμα να ναι τόσο παρατημένα...ειναι κομμάτι της ιστορίας μας κ έπρεπε να ναι προσεγμένο κ περιποιημένο...είτε μας αρέσουν οι βασιλιάδες είτε Όχι....ας ελπίσουμε να το κάνουν πράξη...

  • 5/5 ΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΣ �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very beautiful marriage of history and nature. (Original) Ένα πολύ όμορφο πάντρεμα ιστορίας και φύσης.

  • 4/5 Babis R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) 4 stars because it is unusable (normally 0 stars in terms of utilization). On the other hand it is an amazing point of natural beauty. Very rich vegetation, nice streets for walking and cycling as well as large areas for children to run, etc. The historic buildings make the place even more interesting. (Original) 4 αστερακια γιατι ειναι αναξιοποιητο (κανονικα 0 αστερακια οσο αφορα την αξιοποιηση). Απο την αλλη ειναι ενα καταπληκτκο σημειο φυσικης ομορφιας. Πολυ πλουσια βλαστηση, ωραια δρομακια για περπατημα και ποδηλατο καθως και μεγαλες εκτασεις να τρεξουν παιδια κτλ. Τα ιστορικα κτιρια κανουν το μερος ακομα πιο ενδιαφερον.

  • 4/5 Rabih S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great walks, lots of people due to lockdown

  • 5/5 Έλσα �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I had a wonderful time, the route in the forest is perfect. (Original) Πέρασα υπέροχα είναι τέλεια η διαδρομή μέσα στο δάσος.

  • 5/5 Marcel G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is an amazing landscape for recreation! (Original) Είναι ένα εκπληκτικό τοπίο για αναψυχή!


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