Aglaureion, Athens

Name: Aglaureion
Address: Athens, Greece

#152 among attractions in Athens

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The Aglaureion was a shrine to Aglauros on the Acropolis of Athens. ()

Local name: Αγλαύρειο Coordinates: 37°58'18"N, 23°43'43"E

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Αθήνα 1 (Ακρόπολης)Athens Greece

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Aglaureion – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Acropolis, Parthenon, Choragic Monument of Thrasyllos, Erechtheion.

~600 ftW
5th-century B.C. hilltop temple monument
Acropolis, Athens
3 min walk • Perched atop the rocky outcrop of Athens, the Acropolis stands as a monumental testament to the grandeur of ancient Greek civilization. This iconic citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an enduring symbol of the city and represents the apogee of classical...
~550 ftW
Iconic 5th BC Athenian temple ruins
Parthenon, Athens
3 min walk • The Parthenon stands as the quintessential symbol of ancient Greece and a testament to classical Greek architecture. Nestled atop the Acropolis in the heart of Athens, this temple was dedicated to the goddess Athena, the city's patron deity.
~340 ftSW
Memorial
Choragic Monument of Thrasyllos, Athens
2 min walk • Perched on the south slope of the Acropolis in Athens, the Choragic Monument of Thrasyllos is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of ancient Greece. This prominent structure was erected in 320-319 BCE by Thrasyllos, a wealthy Athenian citizen, to commemorate a...
~620 ftW
Iconic temple of ancient Greece
Erechtheion, Athens
3 min walk • The Erechtheion is a revered architectural marvel situated on the north side of the Acropolis of Athens, Greece. This ancient temple, constructed from 421 to 406 BCE, stands as a testament to the religious and cultural significance of the city during its classical...
~720 ftSW
Memorial
Asklepieion of Athens, Athens
4 min walk • Nestled amidst the historic city of Athens, Greece, the Asklepieion of Athens stands as a testament to the ancient world's dedication to health and healing. This sanctuary, dedicated to the god of medicine, Asklepios, served as a therapeutic and religious center in...
~580 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Bema of Phaidros, Athens
3 min walk • The Bema of Phaidros is an often-overlooked historical gem nestled within the bustling city of Athens, Greece. This ancient podium, also known as the Bema of Phaedrus, is a significant archeological site that offers insight into the city's rich cultural and political...
~440 ftNW
Memorial
Peripatos, Athens
3 min walk • Nestled on the historic slopes of Athens' Acropolis, the Peripatos is a lesser-known treasure that offers visitors a unique glimpse into the ancient world. This ancient pathway, whose origins date back to classical times, snakes around the base of the Acropolis...
~830 ftW
Monuments and statues
Athena Promachos, Athens
5 min walk • The Athena Promachos was a colossal bronze statue of Athena sculpted by Pheidias, which stood between the Propylaea and the Parthenon on the Acropolis of Athens. Athena was the tutelary deity of Athens and the goddess of wisdom and warriors.
~710 ftSW
Memorial
Choragic Monument of Nikias, Athens
4 min walk • The Choragic Monument of Nikias is a memorial building built in the Acropolis of Athens in 320–319 BCE to commemorate the choregos Nikias, son of Nikodemos. It was situated between the Theatre of Dionysos and the Stoa of Eumenes where its foundations remain along with some fragmentary elements of the structure.
~430 ftSE
Landmark monument in a small square
Choragic Monument of Lysicrates, Athens
3 min walk • The Choragic Monument of Lysicrates near the Acropolis of Athens was erected by the choregos Lysicrates, a wealthy patron of musical performances in the Theater of Dionysus, to commemorate the prize in the dithyramb contest of the City Dionysia in 335/334 BCE, of which performance he was liturgist.
~640 ftS
Ancient tiered performance arena
Theatre of Dionysus, Athens
4 min walk • The Theatre of Dionysus is an ancient Greek theatre in Athens. It is built on the south slope of the Acropolis hill, originally part of the sanctuary of Dionysus Eleuthereus.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Aglaureion?

Nearby attractions include Pandion, Athens (2 min walk), Anakeion, Athens (2 min walk), Anafiotika, Athens (2 min walk), Choragic Monument of Thrasyllos, Athens (2 min walk).

How to get to Aglaureion by public transport?

The nearest stations to Aglaureion:

Metro

Akropoli • Lines: Μ2 (6 min walk)
Monastiraki • Lines: Μ1, Μ3 (10 min walk)

Bus

Μητροπολη • Lines: 025 (8 min walk)
Φιλελληνων • Lines: 040 Συνταγμα - Πειραιασ, 209, 227, 790 (8 min walk)

Trolleybus

Φιλελληνων • Lines: 1, 11, 12, 15, 2, 4, 5 (8 min walk)
Μακρυγιαννη • Lines: 1, 15, 5 (8 min walk)

Tram

Βουλιαγμένης • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (10 min walk)
Syntagma • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (11 min walk)

Train

Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Lower Station (27 min walk)
Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Top Station (28 min walk)