Location: Lykavittos (Mount Lycabettus)
Top Things to do in Lykavittos (Mount Lycabettus)
Top 5 Things to do in Lykavittos (Mount Lycabettus), Attica
Once known for smog, traffic and tacky architecture, Athens is a city reformed thanks to fortunes brought by the 2004 Summer Olympics. Spotless parks and streets, an ultra-modern subway, new freeways, an accessible airport and all signs in perfect English make the city easily negotiable. Meriting more than a stopover en route to the islands, sophisticated Athens sites include many pillars of Western history, from the Acropolis to the Temple of Olympian Zeus, as well as treasures in the National Archaeological Museum.
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1. Christina's Walk- Private Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
A private walk in Athens with an official licensed guide,includes the Acropolis,the new Acropolis museum,the ancient temple of Zeus,the arch of Hadrian,the Agora,the Plaka area and the flee market.It sounds endless but we'll unfold the Greek history together without missing a glimpse of modern Athens and it's people! I always adjust the schedule, duration and activities to meet my client needs.
2. Chapel of St. George
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 164 reviews
A lovely 19th century Greek Orthodox Church.
Reviewed By permia
There are a number of marvellous aspects to atop Mount Lycabettus and this Chapel is one. Seeing it on a Sunday afternoon framed against the deep azure of the sky, we though it looked its best. Stepping to the interior is to admire a proliferation of frescoes and icons. All silver St. George on his horse slaying the dragon is dramatic. A fine iconostasis separates the holy sanctum from the worshippers. The dome was infused with light, adding a celestial feel.
3. Mount Lycabettus
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,125 reviews
Walk or take the funicular tramway to the top of this hill for the best views of Athens
Reviewed By 37SueFo - Swanley, United Kingdom
Get a taxi to the funicular railway, and when you get out at the top, a couple of flights of steps will bring you out to the church and terrace, with 360° views of the city, looking down on the Olympic stadium and the Acropolis and across to Piraeus. There are a couple of bar/restaurants so you can have a drink and take in the views
4. Church of Saint Isidore
5. Lycabettus Funicular
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 176 reviews
Reviewed By permia
An exhilarating walk up in the splendid sunshine was ideal to appreciate the changing landscape. Spent about an hour at the summit. Dazzling were the vistas in the brilliant clarity. We looked forward to the funicular on the downward trip. With no queue and waiting only a few minutes we took front row seats. Rewarded with excellent panoramas during the short descent.
