1. Acropolis Museum
π Museum, Archaeology, Art
Acropolis Museum – Highlights
- Modern museum with vast exhibits
- Ancient artefacts from the Acropolis
- Decorative sculptures of the Parthenon
- Impressive collection of ancient relics
Opening Hours
- Apr – Oct
- Mon: 08:00 – 16:00
- Tue-Thu: 08:00 – 20:00
- Fri: 08:00 – 22:00
- Sat, Sun: 08:00 – 20:00
- Nov – Mar
- Mon-Thu: 09:00 – 17:00
- Fri: 09:00 – 22:00
- Sat, Sun: 09:00 – 20:00
Entrance Fee
- General: 5 EUR
2. Acropolis of Athens
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π Ancient Ruins, Archaeology, Architecture
Acropolis – Highlights
- Ancient citadel on Athens’ hilltop
- Ruins of iconic ancient structures
- Magnificent sight from the city
- Greece’s World Heritage Site
Opening Hours
- Apr – Oct
- Daily: 08:00 – 20:00
- Nov – Mar
- Daily: 08:00 – 17:00
Entrance Fee
- General: 20 EUR
3. Parthenon
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π Ancient Ruins, Archaeology
Parthenon – Highlights
- Ruins of an iconic Doric temple
- Massive columns built from 447 BBC
- Impressive decorative sculptures
- Greece’s World Heritage Site
Opening Hours
- Apr – Oct
- Daily: 08:00 – 20:00
- Nov – Mar
- Daily: 08:00 – 17:00
Entrance Fee
- General: 20 EUR
- Included in admission to Acropolis
4. Panathenaic Stadium
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π Stadium, Historic, Architecture
Panathenaic Stadium – Highlights
- Multi-purpose stadium built of marble
- The host of the first modern Olympics
- Running along the stadium’s tracks
- Interactive exhibits about the Olympics
Opening Hours
- Mar – Oct
- Daily: 08:00 – 19:00
- Nov – Feb
- Daily: 08:00 – 17:00
Entrance Fee
- General: 5 EUR
5. National Archaeological Museum
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π Museum, Archaeology, Art
National Archaeological Museum – Highlights
- Neoclassical museum with vast exhibits
- Rich collection of Greek artefacts
- Overview of ancient Greek civilizations
- Impressive ancient Greek sculptures
Opening Hours
- Apr – Oct
- Mon: 13:00 – 20:00
- Tue-Sun: 08:00 – 20:00
- Nov – Mar
- Mon: 13:00 – 20:00
- Tue-Sun: 09:00 – 16:00
Entrance Fee
- General: 10 EUR
6. Temple of Olympian Zeus
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π Ancient Ruins, Archaeology
Temple of Olympian Zeus – Highlights
- Major archaeological site in Athens
- Ruins of a former colossal temple
- Sixteen surviving gigantic columns
Opening Hours
- May – Sep
- Daily: 08:00 – 20:00
- Oct – Apr
- Daily: 08:00 – 15:00
Entrance Fee
- General: 6 EUR
7. Ancient Agora of Athens
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π Ancient Ruins, Historic, Architecture
Ancient Agora – Highlights
- Historic ruins of an ancient gathering place
- Collection of classical agora structures
- Ancient monuments and sculptures
- Home to the Temple of Hephaestus
Opening Hours
- May – Oct
- Daily: 08:00 – 20:00
- Nov – Apr
- Daily: 08:00 – 15:00
Entrance Fee
- General: 8 EUR
8. Temple of Hephaestus
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π Ancient Site, Architecture
Temple of Hephaestus – Highlights
- Well-preserved ancient Greek temple
- Doric styled architecture built of marble
- Elaborate decorative bas relief friezes
- Small garden and shrubs around the temple
Opening Hours
- May – Oct
- Daily: 08:00 – 20:00
- Nov – Apr
- Daily: 08:00 – 15:00
Entrance Fee
- General: 8 EUR
- Included in admission to Ancient Agora
9. Mount Lycabettus
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π Mountain, Nature, Observation Platform
Mount Lycabettus – Highlights
- Limestone hill in the centre of Athens
- Panoramic views of the entire Athens
- Ride on the fascinating funicular railway
- Large open-air amphitheatre at the top
Opening Hours (Funicular)
- Daily: 09:00 – 02:30
Funicular Fare
- One-way: 5 EUR
- Return: 7 EUR
10. National Garden
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π Garden, Nature, Architecture
National Garden – Highlights
- Thousands of native & exotic plants
- Ancient ruins and Corinthian columns
- Busts of Greek politicians and poets
- Duck ponds and children’s playground
Opening Hours
- Daily: 07:00 – sunset
Entrance Fee
- Free admission
Map of Top 10 Attractions in Athens
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Author: Jeutravel.com
Date Published: 1 September 2017
Last Updated: 1 March 2018