Athens

Temples & religious sites

Parthenon

A marble temple atop the Acropolis hill in Athens, dedicated to the goddess Athena in the 5th century BC. It is regarded as the pinnacle of ancient Greek architecture and a must-see when visiting Athens.

Heritage & monuments

Acropolis of Athens

An ancient citadel on a rocky hill overlooking Athens, home to the Parthenon and other landmark ruins. Combining history and architecture, it's usually the first stop on any trip to Athens.

Temples & religious sites

Erechtheion

An ancient Greek temple on the Acropolis of Athens, dedicated to the goddess Athena. Its elegant Ionic columns make it a highlight of any visit to the Acropolis ruins.

Temples & religious sites

Daphni Monastery

A Middle Byzantine monastery located in Daphni, near Athens. It holds great value for its surviving 11th-century mosaics, and restoration work has been underway following earthquake damage.

Temples & religious sites

Temple of Athena Nike

This temple on the Athenian Acropolis was dedicated to Athena Nike, the goddess of victory. It offers a look at the early Ionic architecture found on the Acropolis.

Museums & galleries

National Archaeological Museum of Athens

Greece's largest archaeological museum, located in Athens, holds artifacts spanning from the Neolithic to the Byzantine era. Here you can see rare treasures firsthand, including the gold masks of the Mycenaean period.

Temples & religious sites

Temple of Olympian Zeus

A temple east of the Acropolis in Athens, dedicated to Zeus, the king of the gods. Construction began in the 6th century BC and was completed under Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century AD, making it one of the largest temples in the ancient Roman Empire.

Nature

Mount Lycabettus

At 277 meters, this is the highest hill in Athens, its slopes covered in pine forest. A cable car ride to the summit rewards you with a chapel, a theater, and sweeping views.