1
Acropolis of Athens
Historical landmark
Ruins of iconic 5th-century B.C. temple complex on Athens' rocky hilltop undergoing restoration.
4.80 (120K reviews)
(~7.76 km from centre)
2
Parthenon
Historical landmark
Restored, landmark temple ruins on archaeological site with iconic Doric columns built from 447 BC.
4.80 (71.7K reviews)
(~7.68 km from centre)
3
Acropolis Museum
Archaeological museum
Ultramodern glass & steel museum housing ancient artifacts from the Acropolis archaeological site.
4.70 (62.4K reviews)
(~7.65 km from centre)
4
Athens National Garden
Garden
Big historic park with native & exotic plants, plus archeological remains & a children's library.
4.60 (35.6K reviews)
(~6.78 km from centre)
5
Panathenaic Stadium
Stadium
Site of the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now hosting ceremonial events & tours.
4.70 (33.3K reviews)
(~6.64 km from centre)
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Ancient Agora of Athens
Archaeological museum
Famous landmark featuring the ruins of an ancient Greek gathering place & a museum with artifacts.
4.70 (31.6K reviews)
(~7.95 km from centre)
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National Archaeological Museum
Archaeological museum
Neoclassical museum of Ancient Greek art & archaeology, with sculpture, metalwork, vases & jewelry.
4.60 (28.1K reviews)
(~6.76 km from centre)
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Temple of Olympian Zeus
Historical place
Vast temple begun in 6th century B.C. on the site of an ancient outdoor sanctuary dedicated to Zeus.
4.50 (25.8K reviews)
(~7.24 km from centre)
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Little Kook
Patisserie
Popular, fairytale-inspired cafe offering sweet & savory crêpes & other treats amid whimsical decor.
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4.30 (22.3K reviews)
(~7.69 km from centre)
10
Lycabettus Hill
City park
Walkway through a wooded, steep-sloped park to a lookout near a chapel, popular for sunset views.
4.70 (20.6K reviews)
(~5.72 km from centre)
12
Philopappos Hill
Park
Views of Athens & the Acropolis attract hikers to this small peak with an ancient monument.
4.80 (18K reviews)
(~8.27 km from centre)
13
Monastiraki Square
Tourist attraction
Public plaza surrounded by restaurants & rooftop bars, home to a centuries-old Byzantine church.
4.50 (15.9K reviews)
(~7.6 km from centre)
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Technopolis City of Athens
Art center
Set in a former gasworks, this arts & culture space now hosts concerts, exhibitions & a gas museum.
4.40 (15.3K reviews)
(~8.59 km from centre)
15
Odeon of Herodes Atticus
Amphitheater
Concerts & other performances are held at this restored stone theater constructed in 161 CE.
4.90 (14.7K reviews)
(~7.84 km from centre)
16
Roman Forum of Athens (Roman Agora)
Historical landmark
The remains of this agora built by the Romans from 19-11 B.C. include columns & an octagonal tower.
4.50 (12.7K reviews)
(~7.64 km from centre)
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Monastiraki Flea Market
Flea market
Warren of eclectic outlets selling eclectic gear from souvenirs to furniture, food & army surplus.
4.40 (12.5K reviews)
(~7.62 km from centre)
18
Nea Filadelfeia Forest
Park
Parkland with tree-lined trails & a small church overlooking an artificial lake with a windmill.
4.40 (8.1K reviews)
(~7.89 km from centre)
19
Zappeion Hall
Conference center
Stately hall built in the 1880s for the first modern Olympic games, now used as a conference center.
4.70 (7.6K reviews)
(~6.86 km from centre)
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Temple of Hephaestus
Historical place
Ancient Greek place of worship, built in the Doric style out of marble with bas relief friezes.
4.80 (7.5K reviews)
(~7.99 km from centre)