Historic site · UNESCO
Acropolis of Athens
Athens, Greece
The rock above Athens topped by the Parthenon, one of the world's most famous ancient monuments.
Viewpoint · Greece · Attica
Mount Lycabettus
The pine-covered hill with the best city-wide view of Athens, a small chapel on top.
Free to enter about 75 min
For storytellers
Why Mount Lycabettus matters
Lycabettus is the tallest hill in central Athens. Climb the winding path or take the funicular, and you reach a white chapel with a view across the city to the Acropolis and the sea. It is a favourite sunset spot, and the lights of the city come on below you. Bring a layer in the evening, because the summit can be breezy.
Talking points
- The view reaches from the Acropolis to the sea.
- A funicular runs through the hill if you do not want to climb.
- Sunset is the most popular time.
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Good to know: Walk up by the paths from Kolonaki for a gentle climb; sunset is busy, so arrive early.
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