Odeon of Athens, Athens

Name: Odeon of Athens
Address: Athens, Greece

#58 among attractions in Athens

Ancient Greek architecture, Archaeological site

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The Odeon of Athens or Odeon of Pericles in Athens was a 4,000 m² odeon, built at the southeastern foot of the Acropolis in Athens, next to the entrance to the Theatre of Dionysus. ()

Local name: Ωδείον του Περικλέους Coordinates: 37°58'13"N, 23°43'43"E

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Αθήνα 1 (Ακρόπολης)Athens Greece

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Odeon of Athens – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Parthenon, Acropolis Museum, Choragic Monument of Thrasyllos, Asklepieion of Athens.

~700 ftNW
Iconic 5th BC Athenian temple ruins
Parthenon, Athens
4 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.
~700 ftS
Museum, Archaeological museum, History museum
Acropolis Museum, Athens
4 min walk • The Acropolis Museum, nestled at the foot of the ancient Acropolis in Athens, Greece, is a modern architectural marvel that houses some of the most significant artifacts of Greek antiquity. Since its opening in 2009, the museum has become an essential destination for...
~400 ftNW
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...
~700 ftW
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...
~270 ftW
Monuments and statues
Bema of Phaidros, Athens
2 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...
~510 ftW
Memorial
Choragic Monument of Nikias, Athens
3 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 ftNE
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.
~190 ftSE
Ancient tiered performance arena
Theatre of Dionysus, Athens
1 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.
~460 ftNW
Archaeological site
Pandion, Athens
3 min walk • The Sanctuary of Pandion is the name sometimes given to the remains of a building located in the south-east corner of the Acropolis of Athens. Its foundations were found during the excavations for the construction of the Old Acropolis Museum.
~630 ftNW
Archaeological site
Sanctuary of Zeus Polieus, Athens
4 min walk • The Sanctuary of Zeus Polieus was a walled open-air sanctuary dedicated to Zeus Polieus around 500 BC on the Acropolis of Athens, sited to the Erechtheion's east.
~700 ftSW
Museum, Specialty museum, Fashion museum
Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum, Athens
4 min walk • Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum is a museum in Athens, Greece, created by the renowned Greek jewellery designer Ilias Lalaounis. The ILJM is located near the Acropolis, at the corner of Karyatidon and Kallisperi streets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Odeon of Athens?

Nearby attractions include Theatre of Dionysus, Athens (1 min walk), Bema of Phaidros, Athens (2 min walk), Anakeion, Athens (2 min walk), Synagogue in the Agora of Athens, Athens (2 min walk).

How to get to Odeon of Athens by public transport?

The nearest stations to Odeon of Athens:

Metro

Akropoli • Lines: Μ2 (3 min walk)
Syngrou-Fix • Lines: Μ2 (11 min walk)

Bus

Μακρυγιαννη • Lines: 040, 040 Συνταγμα - Πειραιασ, 227, 790, Α2, Α3 (7 min walk)
Συγγρου • Lines: 227 (7 min walk)

Trolleybus

Μακρυγιαννη • Lines: 1, 15, 5 (6 min walk)
Συγγρου • Lines: 11, 2, 4 (7 min walk)

Tram

Βουλιαγμένης • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (8 min walk)
Fix • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (11 min walk)

Train

Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Lower Station (28 min walk)
Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Top Station (30 min walk)