Athens · Thissio and Kerameikos
Philopappos Hill
A pine-covered hill southwest of the Acropolis, topped by a Roman monument, with one of the best views of the Acropolis. It is free and open at all hours.
- 1 h 30
- Free
- Booking: not needed
- Thissio and Kerameikos
Data checked on October 5, 2026
The hill is also called the Hill of the Muses. A marble monument to a Roman consul from Commagene, Philopappos, crowns the top and dates from the second century. Pines were planted on the slopes in the early twentieth century. The paths give the clearest view of the Acropolis from the west, and the city spreads out to the sea behind you. On Clean Monday Athenians come here to picnic and fly kites.
What to look for
- The marble monument of Philopappos at the top
- The view of the Acropolis from the west
- The view across the city to the sea
- Rock paths under the pines
Opening hours
Always open.
The hill is open at all hours, and the paths are unlit at night.
Source: This is Athens, the official Athens guide, checked October 5, 2026
Tickets and booking
Free.
Getting there
From Akropoli station on Metro line 2, walk west along the pedestrian street past the Acropolis Museum, which takes about 20 minutes to the foot of the hill.
Tip
Go up about an hour before sunset. The paths have loose stones, so wear shoes with grip.