Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon
Athens, Greece
An ancient temple complex built on a limestone hill 156 meters above sea level in the center of Athens. The most important building on the hill is the Doric Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena Parthenos, designed by Iktinos and Kallikrates under the direction of the sculptor Phidias in the 5th century BC. The citadel also includes the Propylaea, the small Temple of Athena Nike, and the Erechtheion with the Porch of the Caryatids. From the limestone terraces, a panorama extends to the Aegean Sea basin and the port of Piraeus. Entry requires booking a specific time slot.
- Visit time: 2 h 30 min
- Local name: Ακρόπολη Αθηνών
What to look for
- The Doric colonnade of the Parthenon made of white Pentelic marble
- The Porch of the Caryatids in the Erechtheion temple supported by six female statues
- The grand entrance gate Propylaea and the Temple of Athena Nike
Before you go
- Best time: In the morning at 8:00 AM or late afternoon
- Crowds: Very high traffic from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Note: Prior online reservation of a time slot is necessary
Good to know
- The columns of the Parthenon are slightly tilted inwards to correct optical illusions of the human eye.
Sources: hdticket.gr, whc.unesco.org
How long does it take to visit Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon?
Plan about 2 h 30 min.
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- Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon — 200 m
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- Areopagus (Mars Hill) — 230 m
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- Plaka District — 370 m
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