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Lycabettus Hill

Athens, Greece

Views

At 277 metres, Lycabettus is the highest point in central Athens, crowned by the 19th-century Chapel of St George and giving views over the city to the Acropolis. Ride the funicular from Aristippou Street in Kolonaki, or take the walking paths.

Nearest town
Athens, Greece
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
37.9778, 23.7417

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in March and September. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Greece: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

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FAQs

Where is Lycabettus Hill?

Lycabettus Hill is in Athens, Greece, at GPS 37.9778, 23.7417. It is about 9 km from Piraeus.

Can you camp near Lycabettus Hill?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Athina, about 7 km away; within 25 km there are 8 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Lycabettus Hill?

Lycabettus Hill is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Athens classics: Acropolis, Agora, Plaka and Byzantine Daphni.

What is there to see near Lycabettus Hill?

Places worth a stop nearby: Panathenaic Stadium (1 km), Plaka (1 km), Temple of Olympian Zeus (1 km) and National Archaeological Museum (1 km).

When is the best time to visit Lycabettus Hill?

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in March and September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)