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- Banu ALondon, UK9 contributionsExcellent old temple, buildings towers, over the rocky hill enables amazing views of the ancient buildings with the city’s and sea. Visiting in springtime is highly recommendedWritten March 20, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Gary WRichmond, Australia464 contributionsWorld famous site which is well worth the visit. It only cost 10 euro to enter which is cheaper than most car parks. The walk up is medium difficulty but all ages can cope and the view of Athens is amazing. The walk back afterwards is also great as there are hidden gems in the alleys and streets around the area. There is a railway station nearby and all the hop on buses also cater.
One of the best sites I have visited.Written March 21, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Athena Constantinou21 contributionsAlthough many of the ancient buildings from this period are no longer preserved, a visit to the Ancient Agora is an absolute must, not only for its historical importance, but also for its natural beauty. The Agora (market) was the centre of public life in ancient Athens, serving as a meeting place for the various social, commercial and religious activities of the citizens. Walking among the temples and ruins, in the place where Socrates, Plato and Aristotle presented their views and ideas, you will get a sense of what life was like in ancient times. A beautiful and interesting place to walk, relax and be where it all happened!Written March 18, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Gary mReading, UK167 contributionsWe didn’t have this on our list but came across this whilst visiting the Acropolis as it’s in the same grounds and what an amazing sight , would love to see this hosting an eventWritten February 18, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- WikumjBromley, UK226 contributionsLocate at the bottom of the entrance/exit to the acropolis, this hill is definitely worth going up (there’s a short flight of steps). From here you get excellent views over Athens, the agora and the acropolis. Great photo opportunities. The marble can be a bit slippy so wear decent shoesWritten March 5, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ChaitanyaCambridge, Canada1,202 contributionsIt is part of the ancient agora of athens.
The museum is impressive and provides a good retelling of the story of the agora and how the civilization and city developed. It was a fun experience to see the story and learn the history.
It is included in the cost of the entry to agora of athens.
Tickets were 10 euros/person.Written February 22, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - B TLondon, UK1,093 contributionsGreat building from the outside (didn't go in). There are guards that stand outside the front. Worth visiting.Written November 12, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AdventureMN95Minneapolis, MN60 contributionsThis place and some really cool pieces from the old Roman bath and you could see where the water came out showing all the skill it took to get the fine detail, you don’t need more then 15mins or so to walk aroundWritten February 5, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PaulBMaastricht, The Netherlands3,040 contributionsThe Tower of the Winds (also called the Horologion of Andronikos Kyrrhestes) is an octagonal Pentelic marble clocktower and was the world's first meteorological station.
The tower dates back to the second century BC and featured a combination of a water clock, and a wind vane.
You can also see the entire site and the tower itself from a very short distance from the outside,Written February 9, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SiberianEmoOmsk, Russia188 contributionsDaphni Monastery dates back from 11th century. Surprisingly, it fell in disrepair at the time of Greek War for Independence in 1830s. Now the monastery is a UNESCO site.
Monastery conists of a main church, which features amazing frescoes, a tiny museum, and, what appears to be, excavation sites.
To see everything will probably take about 20 minutes. (Those who love to admire beautiful frescoes and take photos will spend longer time) Thus, it is up to you whether you want to head there.
It will take about 30 minutes to get there from the center. Take M3 line to Agia Marina (going in the direction opposite to airport). Once exiting subway station, walk away from the main street into the neighborhood to the intersection of Agias Marinas & Katsarou Streets. The bus stop is nondescript and one can walk past it without realizing it. Take either bus 866 or 876. (Don't forget to wave the driver, the first bus randomly drove by even though there was clearly a person waiting for the bus). Google maps will direct you to exit the bus at Byzantiou stop, but get off at an earlier stop, which is appropriately called Daphni Monastery. Also, press the stop button, since the driver might just drive past the stop. Cross the street and walk roughly 200 meters.
In the off tourist season, the Monastery is opened from 8.30 to 3.30 Wednesday to Sunday.
If you have a limited time in Athens (less than 3 days), then this attraction is generally skip-able.Written February 16, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Miluta FluerasBucharest, Romania24 contributionsAthens oldest cemetery is a beautiful and peaceful place to explore. It's full of fascinating history and stories. The grounds are well kept and the atmosphere is serene and calming. I highly recommend a visit to this quiet spot to anyone looking to explore the past and experience a piece of Athens' ancient heritage. 5 stars!Written December 24, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Bradley RUk91 contributionsWorth a visit as it's another opportunity to piece together Greek history. Wandering around the ruins creates a real feel for what it must have been like almost 2000 years ago,Written March 18, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ChaitanyaCambridge, Canada1,202 contributionsA nice thing to see, nothing more.
Its part of the Philippos hill and is a small detour when heading to top of the hill.Written February 22, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Adam Chapman-BallardMilton Keynes, UK348 contributionsCute - free to visit (but voluntary to shove some € in the box) this is a great display of an Ottoman era house in the centre of Athens which is overlooked by guide books, tours, guides and other suggestions and that's a shame.
Nicely restored, full of information and surprisingly takes up more time than the 10 mins you think it'll take when you first arrive, it really opened up a new view on actual ancient living conditions in Athens rather than just the grand monuments.
Worth an hour of anyone's time to visit.Written July 21, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Beth BLondon, UK58 contributionsWhat an amazing piece of history to have been preserved. I was the only person there when I arrived. The atmosphere was creepy and sad (there is a sound that breaks the silence of the lower basement - I imagine it's water pipes or something, but it's spooky if you're there alone).
I only know a little Greek, so I couldn't translate most of the messages on the walls, but just seeing all the captives' names, dates, and drawings and knowing these people were here during the war was very powerful. There were drawings of bombs, ships, aircraft, and even a little portrait of Hitler.
There was a real sense of how grim it could have been to be held here. Marked out on the floor, you can still see where the isolation cells were. You can see artifacts such as bullets, cigarette packets, and a letter that had been hidden in a door frame.
One point docked for not having more information. A few little pointers for non-Greek speakers as to the nature of the messages would have been a wonderful addition and would have also helped me learn a little more Greek. I started talking to the helpful man on the front desk about the writings, but got cut short by other visitors arriving.
Well worth visiting. Not suitable for younger children as it's quite intense and there are also sexual images carved into the walls. But I'd recommend it for anyone else. It is also free to visit. Check opening times. You need to spend about 45 to 60 mins there.Written July 30, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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