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Mount Lycabettus, Athens

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Local legend claims wild wolves used to seek refuge on Mount Lycabettus, a tall hill noted for offering unbeatable views of Athens. Tradition has it that Athena, the goddess of wisdom, created this hill when she accidentally dropped a mountain she had intended for the construction of the city's famed citadel. You can access this "hill walked by wolves," as its name roughly translates, by a funicular railway departing from a station in the central part of the city. The hill rises to 277 m (908 ft) above sea level, its peak featuring a 19th century chapel, theater, and restaurant. Pick a sunny day for your visit if possible, and don't forget your camera. To visit Mount Lycabettus and get the most from your holiday in Athens, create itinerary details personal to you using our Athens road trip website.

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By starsky18

Great view of Athens from the top of this hill, which has a restaurant- many take the funicular but you can also walk. Sadly it was a very cloudy day and the view wasn't as good as if it were sunny...

Great view of Athens from the top of this hill, which has a restaurant- many take the funicular but you can also walk. Sadly it was a very cloudy day and the view wasn't as good as if it were sunny... more »
By Wikumj

We went for sunset but unfortunately the day we went there was quite a lot of clouds and the sunset itself was rather unspectacular. Excellent views none the less. There is a smart cafe on the top...

We went for sunset but unfortunately the day we went there was quite a lot of clouds and the sunset itself was rather unspectacular. Excellent views none the less. There is a smart cafe on the top... more »
By KsilvaK

Very nice place for sunset! But....there are SOO many people. Also, I don't recommend to use the cable car as the walk and the road to the top is very nice!

Very nice place for sunset! But....there are SOO many people. Also, I don't recommend to use the cable car as the walk and the road to the top is very nice! more »

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By Steven Reich

It’s a fun little hike up, and you get a FULL panoramic view of Athens. A MUST see. Great for the sunset. Additionally there’s a nice little cafe/ bar up there to chill and enjoy

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By Wasina Samnakorn

Nice spot for sunset and after the sunset. Tips: before the sun is setting, you will see a beautiful light in the east side (behind the toilets)

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By Dong He

Incredible view of the city, especially at sunset. The sky transitions through so many different colors, contrasted by all the lights turning on in the city below

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By Oscar Andres Vargas Urbano

It is for free. It is not a hard climb. There is a beautiful church on the top, nice restaurants on the way. I went there at 5pm and saw the sunset. You can also have a complete view of Athens including the beach and the acropolis. About safety, I never felt unsecure. The only problem is that it can be a bit crowded specially during the sunset.

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By Kamiros Editions

Incredible view overlooking the city of Athens. Unfortunately the path to the top of the hill is not accessible to people on wheelchair or families with prams (strollers).

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