Temple of Athena Nike
Quick Facts
- Location
- Greece, Athens
- Category
- Historic Ruins & Heritage
- Duration
- 15-30 minutes
- Opening Hours
- Open daily; 1 April to 31 August 08:00-20:00; 1 to 15 September 08:00-19:30; 16 to 30 September 08:00-19:00; 1 to 15 October 08:00-18:30; 16 to 31 October 08:00-18:00; 1 November to 31 March 08:00-17:00; last admission 20 minutes before closing time; closed on 1 January, 25 March, 1 May, Easter Sunday, 25 and 26 December
- Ticket Price
- Free Admission: free · Adult: 30 EUR · Reduced ticket 15 EUR for those meeting the Hellenic Ministry of Culture criteria with valid ID; free days: 6 March, 18 April, 18 May, the last weekend of September, 28 October, and the first and third Sunday of each month from 1 November to 31 March
- Address
- Temple of Athena Nike, Acropolis, Athens, Greece
- Coordinates
- 37.9714, 23.7264
Introduction
Temple of Athena Nike is an elegant small Ionic temple on the Acropolis. Built ~420 BC, it features refined Ionic columns, Nike relief frieze and prominent position at the Acropolis entrance — one of the Acropolis's most delicate buildings. Elegant small Ionic temple. Nike relief frieze — Greek sculptural masterpiece. Right of the Propylaea entrance.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Ticket Information
| Free Admission | free |
|---|---|
| Adult | 30 EUR |
Reduced ticket 15 EUR for those meeting the Hellenic Ministry of Culture criteria with valid ID; free days: 6 March, 18 April, 18 May, the last weekend of September, 28 October, and the first and third Sunday of each month from 1 November to 31 March
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Temple of Athena Nike?
Open daily; 1 April to 31 August 08:00-20:00; 1 to 15 September 08:00-19:30; 16 to 30 September 08:00-19:00; 1 to 15 October 08:00-18:30; 16 to 31 October 08:00-18:00; 1 November to 31 March 08:00-17:00; last admission 20 minutes before closing time; closed on 1 January, 25 March, 1 May, Easter Sunday, 25 and 26 December
How much is the admission for Temple of Athena Nike?
Free Admission: free; Adult: 30 EUR; Reduced ticket 15 EUR for those meeting the Hellenic Ministry of Culture criteria with valid ID; free days: 6 March, 18 April, 18 May, the last weekend of September, 28 October, and the first and third Sunday of each month from 1 November to 31 March
Any practical tips for visiting Temple of Athena Nike?
Included in Acropolis combo; no separate ticket. With Parthenon and Acropolis Museum.
How long should I spend at Temple of Athena Nike?
A typical visit takes 15-30 minutes.
