Free in Athens

Mount Olympus National Park

Biosphere reserve around an iconic peak with hiking routes, caves & a waterfall in Enipeas Gorge.

National Park of Tzoumerka, Peristeri, Arachthos Gorge & Acheloos Valley

Rare butterflies, brown bears & endemic plants across a dramatic landscape of gorges & pastures.

Probona park

Altar of Freedom

Pangrati Grove

Wooded park with shady paths, gym equipment & a playground, popular with families & dog walkers.

Kotzia Square

Erechtheion

Honoring Athena & Poseidon, this famous, ancient Greek temple features a porch with 6 caryatids.

Strefi Hill

Rustic green space on a panoramic hill with views stretching over city rooftops to the Acropolis.

Agia Paraskevi Square

Tatoi Forest

Thickly forested park with hiking & biking paths, an abandoned summer palace & guided group tours.

Kalamaki Beach

Eleftherios Venizelos Square

Playground Karaiskaki Square

Square Saint Constantine (Glifadas)

Kaisariani Shooting Range Park

Paths & lawns around a dramatic monument on the site where WWII resistance fighters were executed.

Goudi Metropolitan Park

South Slope of the Acropolis of Athens

Horologion of Andronikos Cyrrhestes

Ancient octagonal tower used as a weather station with sundials & a wind vane, plus a water clock.

Glyfada Beach

Laid-back pebble beach with lounger rentals & sunset views, plus adjoining bars & seafood tavernas.

Choragic Monument of Lysicrates

Ancient circular monument standing on a pedestal in a small square near shops & shaded walkways.