En train à Athen

Acropolis of Athens

Ruins of iconic 5th-century B.C. temple complex on Athens' rocky hilltop undergoing restoration.

Parthenon

Restored, landmark temple ruins on archaeological site with iconic Doric columns built from 447 BC.

Philopappos Hill

Views of Athens & the Acropolis attract hikers to this small peak with an ancient monument.

Areopagus Hill

Historic site that once served as the high court of appeal for judicial cases in ancient Greece.

Acropolis Museum

Ultramodern glass & steel museum housing ancient artifacts from the Acropolis archaeological site.

Ancient Agora of Athens

Famous landmark featuring the ruins of an ancient Greek gathering place & a museum with artifacts.

Lycabettus Hill

Walkway through a wooded, steep-sloped park to a lookout near a chapel, popular for sunset views.

Athens National Garden

Big historic park with native & exotic plants, plus archeological remains & a children's library.