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Mount Lycabettus

📍 Λυκαβηττός, Δώρας Δ' Ίστρια, Λυκαβηττός, Συνοικία Κολωνακίου, 1η Κοινότητα Αθηνών, Αθήνα, Δήμος Αθηναίων, Περιφερειακή Ε

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Quick Facts

Location: Greece, Athens
Category: National Park & Nature
Duration: Half day
Address: Λυκαβηττός, Δώρας Δ' Ίστρια, Λυκαβηττός, Συνοικία Κολωνακίου, 1η Κοινότητα Αθηνών, Αθήνα, Δήμος Αθηναίων, Περιφερειακή Ε
Coordinates: 37.9819, 23.7432

Introduction

Lycabettus is the highest point in Athens, about 270 metres above the city, near the Kolonaki district in the centre. Its summit holds the little chapel of St George and an open-air theatre, and it is a favourite spot to look over Athens, the Acropolis and out to the Saronic Gulf. You can climb on pine-shaded paths or take the funicular, entered through a tunnel on the Kolonaki side. Sunset and the city lights make the evening the best time, and there are a restaurant and café at the top. Allow about an hour, more if you walk up.

✨ Highlights

Highest Point in Athens

At about 270 metres, it is the city's highest spot, looking down over Athens and the Acropolis.

Chapel of St George

The small white chapel crowns the hill and marks the viewing terrace.

Funicular or Path

Ride the funicular up easily, or walk the pine-shaded paths according to your energy.

Sunset and City Lights

At dusk the sun reddens the Acropolis and after dark the city lights spread out below.

🛈 Practical Info

→Suggested Time：About 1 hour, more if you walk up

→Best Time：Evening for sunset and night views; daytime also gives wide panoramas

→What to Bring：The paths have slopes and steps, so wear comfortable grippy shoes and carry water

→Etiquette：The summit is windy and busy, so take care and let others take their photos

→Transportation：Take the funicular to the top, or walk up from the Kolonaki side

💡 Tips

• The funicular entrance is in a tunnel on the Kolonaki side, so watch for street signs.

• Arrive early for sunset, as space at the top is limited, especially in high season.

• The summit is windy and cooler, so bring a layer after dark.

• If you prefer not to walk, take the funicular both ways to save time and effort.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Mount Lycabettus?

The funicular entrance is in a tunnel on the Kolonaki side, so watch for street signs. Arrive early for sunset, as space at the top is limited, especially in high season.