Overview
Rising 277m in the heart of Athens, Lycabettus is the city's highest hill - mythology says it was formed when the goddess Athena dropped a stone. A small white 19th-century chapel of Agios Georgios sits at the summit, where a 360-degree panorama takes in the city, the Acropolis, the Saronic Gulf, and even distant Aegina island. Reach the top by funicular (about EUR 7 round trip) or by a 30-40 minute walk up scenic paths from Kolonaki. Sunset over a gold-tinted Acropolis is the highlight, and the summit cafe-restaurant lets you dine with the night view. Free entry (funicular extra). 15-minute walk from Metro Evangelismos (Line 3) to the funicular station.
Opening Hours
Funicular: 09:00-02:00 (summit accessible 24 hours)
Travel Tips
Take the funicular up an hour before sunset and stay through dusk to night view.
Hotels near Mount Lycabettus
Hotels and guesthouses in Athens, Kolonaki, Athens
Other attractions in Athens
Acropolis
The symbol of ancient Greek civilization, crowned by the 2,500-year-old Parthenon.
Plaka District
The old town below the Acropolis, with narrow lanes lined with cafes and souvenir shops.
Acropolis Museum
A modern museum housing over 4,000 artifacts from the Acropolis archaeological site.
Ancient Agora
The birthplace of democracy - the ancient market square where Socrates and Plato strolled.
Syntagma Square
Athens's heart - the changing of the Evzone guard takes place in front of Greek Parliament.
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Greece's largest ancient temple, 640 years in the making - colossal Corinthian columns still stand.
Monastiraki Flea Market
Athens's largest flea market, packed with vintage clothes, antiques, and Greek souvenirs.