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Hadrian's Library, Athens

#40 among attractions in Athens

Archaeological site, Historical place
Hadrian's Library

Facts and practical information

Local name: Βιβλιοθήκη του Αδριανού Built: 132 A.D.Architectural style: Ancient Roman architectureCoordinates: 37°58'31"N, 23°43'35"E
Address

Areos 3Αθήνα 1 (Μοναστηράκι)Athens 105 55 Greece

Contact
+30 21 0324 9350
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Day trips

Hadrian's Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ermou Street, Ancient Agora, Stoa of Attalos, Tower of the Winds.

  • ermou street athens~610 ftNE
  • ancient agora athens~630 ftW
  • stoa of attalos athens~640 ftW
  • tower of the winds athens~470 ftS
  • erechtheion athens~1200 ftS
  • peripatos athens~1140 ftS
  • metropolitan cathedral of athens~1070 ftE
  • church of the holy apostles athens~860 ftSW
  • roman agora athens~440 ftS
  • church of panagia kapnikarea athens~730 ftNE
  • museum of greek folk musical instruments athens~480 ftSE

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Hadrian's Library open?

Hadrian's Library is open:
  • Monday 8 am - 3 pm
  • Tuesday 8 am - 3 pm
  • Wednesday 8 am - 3 pm
  • Thursday 8 am - 3 pm
  • Friday 8 am - 3 pm
  • Saturday 8 am - 3 pm
  • Sunday 8 am - 3 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Hadrian's Library?

Nearby attractions include Tzistarakis Mosque, Athens (2 min walk), Fethiye Mosque, Athens (2 min walk), Church of the Pantanassa, Athens (2 min walk), Roman Agora, Athens (3 min walk).

How to get to Hadrian's Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hadrian's Library:

Metro
  • Monastiraki • Lines: Μ1, Μ3 (3 min walk)
  • Thissio • Lines: Μ1 (10 min walk)

Bus
  • Μοναστηρακι • Lines: 025, 026, 027, 035, 227, 500 (3 min walk)
  • Βορεου • Lines: 025, 026, 027, 035, 227, 500 (4 min walk)

Trolleybus
  • Συνταγμα • Lines: 1, 11, 12, 15, 2, 4, 5 (11 min walk)
  • Πλ.κλαυθμωνοσ • Lines: 1, 15, 5 (11 min walk)

Tram
  • Syntagma • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (13 min walk)
  • Βουλιαγμένης • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (18 min walk)

Train
  • Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Lower Station (26 min walk)
  • Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Top Station (27 min walk)

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