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The Propylaea of the Acropolis – Parthenon, the Acropolis of Athens loop from Μοναστηράκι

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The Propylaea of the Acropolis – Parthenon, the Acropolis of Athens loop from Μοναστηράκι

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The Propylaea of the Acropolis – Parthenon, the Acropolis of Athens loop from Μοναστηράκι

01:07

3.99km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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68 m

Monastiraki

Highlight • Settlement

128 m

Monastiraki Square and the Church of Panagia Pantanassa

Highlight • Settlement

The church of Panagia Pantanassa is located on the square. This church was built as part of a nunnery that once stood on this spot on the square. The name Monastiraki translates as Small Monastery. It is a domed church with rich decorations on the inside. The Tzisdarakis Mosque is also located on this square. This mosque was built during the Ottoman Empire. The mosque was later deconsecrated and turned into a museum. There are a few shops under the old mosque.

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620 m

Plaka district

Highlight • Settlement

The Plaka is the oldest part of Athens. Most streets are closed to car traffic, but you should remain vigilant for speeding motorcycles or delivery trucks.

In the past, it was a nightclub district; however, most of these establishments closed in the 1970s when the government banned loud music. The strategy was highly successful, and now it's an area with restaurants, jewellery stores, tourist shops, and cafes. While it has become quite commercialised, it still retains its neighbourhood charm, arguably making it the most pleasant area in central Athens.

Many restaurants cater to tourists, but some offer good food. By following my restaurant recommendations in this guide, you can enjoy your evenings without unpleasant surprises on your bill or a stomach ailment on the day of your Acropolis visit.

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1.27 km

Odeon of Herodes Atticus

Highlight • Historical Site

The Theatre of Dionysus is an ancient open-air theatre that holds immense historical and cultural significance. It's considered the birthplace of Greek drama and is closely associated with the worship of Dionysus, the god of wine and theatre.

Built in the 5th century BC, it could accommodate up to 17,000 spectators and was a venue for theatrical performances, including the works of renowned playwrights like Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides.

The theatre still holds performances today. The acoustics are fantastic and it's well worth seeing a show here if you get the chance.

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1.37 km

The Propylaea of the Acropolis

Highlight • Historical Site

Propylea, the entrance to Acropolis

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1.46 km

Parthenon, the Acropolis of Athens

Highlight • Historical Site

The Acropolis in Athens is probably the most famous structure of ancient Greece. These unique buildings were built between 464 B.C. and 406 B.C. Built on a rock 156 meters high. The buildings include the Erechtheum, the Temple of Nike, the Propylaea and the Temple of the Parthenon, which is said to have housed a statue of the goddess Athena. In ancient times, an acropolis was usually a fortification located on the highest part of the city. The Acropolis of Athens also initially had a primarily defensive function.
Source: weltkulturerbe.com/europa/greece/acropolis-of-athen.html

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1.78 km

Erechtheion

Highlight • Historical Site

The Temple of Nike is the smallest building on the Acropolis of Athens. The temple, the first Ionic building on the Acropolis, is made entirely of Pentelic marble and is dedicated to Nike.

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Theatre of Dionysus

Highlight • Historical Site

The Dionysostheater (Modern Greek: Θέατρο του Διονύσου) was the most important theater in ancient Greece and is considered the birthplace of the theater of ancient Greece and of drama in general. It is also considered to be the first theater in the world. It is located on the southern slope of the Athens Acropolis. It got its name after Dionysus, the god of wine and ecstasy and madness. In his honor, the Dionysia Festival was celebrated every year in Athens. This included theater performances that originally emerged from cultic song, dance and sacrificial rites and took place in the Dionysus Theater. The famous classical tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides premiered at the Dionysia.

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3.99 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.55 km

943 m

484 m

Surfaces

2.86 km

533 m

411 m

104 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Monastiraki

Monastiraki Square and the Church of Panagia Pantanassa

Plaka district

Odeon of Herodes Atticus

The Propylaea of the Acropolis

Parthenon, the Acropolis of Athens

Erechtheion

Theatre of Dionysus

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