Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, Athens

Name: Dionysiou Areopagitou Street
Address: Athens, Greece

#215 among attractions in Athens

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Dionysiou Areopagitou Street is a pedestrianized street, adjacent to the south slope of the Acropolis in the Makrygianni district of Athens. It is named after Dionysius the Areopagite, the first Athenian convert to Christianity after Apostle Paul's sermon, according to the Acts of the Apostles, and patron saint of the city of Athens. ()

Local name: Οδός Διονυσίου Αρεοπαγίτου Coordinates: 37°58'11"N, 23°43'35"E

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Dionysiou Areopagitou Street – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Acropolis, Parthenon, Acropolis Museum, Temple of Athena Nike.

~730 ftN
5th-century B.C. hilltop temple monument
Acropolis, Athens
4 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...
~660 ftN
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.
~740 ftSE
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...
~780 ftNW
Ionic temple depicting a Greek goddess
Temple of Athena Nike, Athens
4 min walk • Perched on the rocky outcrop of the Acropolis in Athens, the Temple of Athena Nike epitomizes the splendor of ancient Greek architecture. This temple, dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike, stands as an enduring tribute to the victory and might of the Athenian empire.
~650 ftNW
Ancient stone theater with performances
Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Athens
4 min walk • The Odeon of Herodes Atticus, nestled at the base of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, stands as a remarkable testament to the grandeur of ancient Greek theatre. Built in 161 AD by Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife, Regilla, this stone theatre epitomizes the...
~640 ftNE
Memorial
Choragic Monument of Thrasyllos, Athens
4 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...
~420 ftN
Memorial
Asklepieion of Athens, Athens
3 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...
~450 ftNE
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...
~790 ftN
Monuments and statues
Athena Promachos, Athens
4 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.
~250 ftNE
Memorial
Choragic Monument of Nikias, Athens
2 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.
~780 ftE
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 Dionysiou Areopagitou Street?

Nearby attractions include Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum, Athens (1 min walk), Choragic Monument of Nikias, Athens (2 min walk), Stoa of Eumenes, Athens (2 min walk), Asklepieion of Athens, Athens (3 min walk).

How to get to Dionysiou Areopagitou Street by public transport?

The nearest stations to Dionysiou Areopagitou Street:

Metro

Akropoli • Lines: Μ2 (5 min walk)
Syngrou-Fix • Lines: Μ2 (9 min walk)

Trolleybus

Αγιοσ Ιωαννησ • Lines: 1, 15, 5 (6 min walk)
Άγιος Ιωάννης • Lines: 1, 15, 5 (6 min walk)

Bus

Μακρυγιαννη • Lines: 040, 040 Συνταγμα - Πειραιασ, 227, 790, Α2, Α3 (9 min walk)
Συγγρου • Lines: 227 (9 min walk)

Tram

Fix • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (9 min walk)
Βουλιαγμένης • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (10 min walk)

Train

Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Lower Station (31 min walk)
Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Top Station (33 min walk)