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Philopappos Hill

A pine-covered hill facing the Acropolis, with the best close-up view of the Parthenon, especially at sunset.

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Open
Always
Price
Free
Time Needed
1 hour
Address
Philopappou Hill, 117 41 AthensDirections
Getting There
Akropoli station, then a walk along the pedestrian promenade.

Why Go

Paved paths climb past a little Byzantine church to the monument of a Roman prince on the summit. The Parthenon faces you across the valley.

The Pnyx, where the citizens' assembly met, is on the next hill.

Nearby in Athens

Acropolis10 min walk · Must-SeeAcropolis Museum11 min walk · Must-SeeAncient Agora14 min walk · Must-SeeRoman Agora14 min walk

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