The top of Filopappos Hill is a worthwhile jaunt - there is a spectacular view, well marked trails and a sense of being able to step back in time to see the Parthenon from afar as it migh thave been for ancients!

For just a short, 15 min. "hike" up the hill, you are rewarded with a breathtaking view of not only the Acropolis, but he city itself. The walk up is beautiful in its own right, and you can truly get a sense of what an ancient Athenian would have experienced on his daily stroll. Once atop the hill, sit and... More

I can never work out the best path to start on, so take your pick, they all end up at the top. Lots of dog walkers, locals and tourists, and lightly wooded ascent so quite cool in the heat. once at the top you can get great shots of Acropolis/Parthenon on the opposite hill. Come down a different way, take... More

A few minutes from Monastiraki and Acropolis, Fillopappos Hill is worth visiting, not only for the excellent view from up there, but also for the unique way to climb the hill, walking just as ancient Athenians used to do.

It is located next to the Acropolis. If you are not planning to go the ACropolis the view from here is familiar where you can see the city of Athens from above.

Spectacular views of almost the entire Attica Basin. On one side you can see the Acropolis and the other Piraeus. Very good case if you want to walk in nature since there are nice woods. You can go by metro from Thisseio and walked up Petralona.

Although we did not walk extensively on the hill, this was an ideal place to wander in the shade, being so close to our hotel, and while waiting for the bus at the Acropolis. There are lots of winding paths and benches in the shade, and great views over the city.

Skip riding the funicular on Lycabettus and do this little hike instead. It is cheap and you can get great views of the city, the Acropolis and the sea! You;ll likely encounter lots of locals too - just remember to bring some drinks/snacks.

I heard a lot about this place before going to Athens and when I reached the top, the view was absolutely breath-taking. I highly recommend going but I have to warn you, I was there in the middle of the day and when I started walking back to the Acropolis I was attacked at knife point. Luckily I am quick... More