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The 5 Best Parks & Sights in Athens

Our travel editors hand-pick, rank, and curate the most spectacular parks & sights in Athens.

“Discover our local editors' hand-picked checklist of the absolute finest parks & sights in Athens.”

4.6 Score

Athens 105 57, Greece

Big historic park with native & exotic plants, plus archeological remains & a children's library.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #1 locally with a spectacular 4.6/5 rating on Google Maps (42720 reviews).”

4.7 Score

Σαρανταπήχου, Μονοπατι Λυκαβηττου &, Athina 114 71, Greece

Walkway through a wooded, steep-sloped park to a lookout near a chapel, popular for sunset views.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #2 locally with a spectacular 4.7/5 rating on Google Maps (25329 reviews).”

4.8 Score

Φυλής 215, Athina 117 41, Greece

Views of Athens & the Acropolis attract hikers to this small peak with an ancient monument.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #3 locally with a spectacular 4.8/5 rating on Google Maps (22069 reviews).”

4.7 Score

Leof. Vasilissis Olgas 1, Athina 105 57, Greece

Pathways, statues & a fountain in a tree-filled park sitting in front of the 1880s Zappeio Hall.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #4 locally with a spectacular 4.7/5 rating on Google Maps (3829 reviews).”

4.6 Score

Iera Odos 403, Chaidari 124 61, Greece

Walled green space with trim flower beds, stepping stones across a lily pond, cafes & a playground.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #5 locally with a spectacular 4.6/5 rating on Google Maps (8784 reviews).”