National Observatory of Athens, Athens

Name: National Observatory of Athens
Address: Λόφος Νυμφών, Athens, 118 10, Greece
Telephone: +30 21 0349 0000

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The National Observatory of Athens is a research institute in Athens, Greece. Founded in 1842, it is the oldest research foundation in Greece, as it was the first scientific research institute built after Greece became independent in 1829, and one of the oldest research institutes in Southern Europe. ()

Local name: Εθνικό Αστεροσκοπείο Αθηνών Coordinates: 37°58'24"N, 23°43'6"E

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Λόφος ΝυμφώνΑθήνα 3 (Φιλοπάππου)Athens 118 10 Greece

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+30 21 0349 0000

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

Nearby attractions include: Ancient Agora, Temple of Hephaestus, Areopagus, Stoa of Attalos.

~1810 ftE
Iconic Greek ruins with a museum
Ancient Agora, Athens
9 min walk • Nestled at the heart of Athens, Greece, the Ancient Agora stands as a monumental testament to the city's rich historical and cultural past. This archaeological site, once the focal point of public life in classical Athens, served as a hub for political discourse...
~1200 ftNE
Ancient, hilltop place of worship
Temple of Hephaestus, Athens
6 min walk • The Temple of Hephaestus stands as a monument to ancient Greek architecture and religious practice, nestled in the Agora of Athens, Greece. Dedicated to Hephaestus, the god of fire and metalworking, this well-preserved Doric temple epitomizes the grandeur of classical...
~1450 ftE
Rocky hill with a long history
Areopagus, Athens
8 min walk • Perched on a prominent rock outcrop in the heart of Athens, the Areopagus stands as a testament to the city's ancient heritage. This archaeological site, known for its rich history in law, philosophy, and democracy, offers a window into the judicial and social workings...
~1820 ftE
Reconstructed building and Athenian museum
Stoa of Attalos, Athens
9 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Athens, the Stoa of Attalos stands as a testament to the architectural grandeur of ancient Greece and serves as a bridge between past and present. This reconstructed Hellenistic stoa, originally built by King Attalos II of Pergamon as a...
~600 ftS
Archaeological site, Historical place, View point
Pnyx, Athens
3 min walk • The Pnyx is an ancient site nestled in the heart of Athens, Greece, emblematic of the city's rich democratic past. This archaeological treasure, located on a modest hill west of the Acropolis, served as the primary assembly location for Athenian citizens to debate...
~1630 ftE
Tiny, old church with a few murals
Church of the Holy Apostles, Athens
8 min walk • The Church of the Holy Apostles, also known as Holy Apostles of Solaki, is located in the Ancient Agora of Athens, Greece, next to the Stoa of Attalos, and can be dated to around the late 10th century.
~690 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum
Herakleidon Museum, Athens
4 min walk • The Herakleidon Museum, a non-profit cultural organization, was founded in 2004 by Paul and Anna-Belinda Firos. It consists of two buildings in the historic district of Thissio, next to the Acropolis, the Ancient Agora and the Temple of Hephaestus.
~1420 ftE
Ancient Greek architecture, Archaeological site
Stoa Poikile, Athens
7 min walk • The Stoa Poikile or Painted Porch, originally called the Porch of Peisianax, was erected during the 5th century BC and was located on the north side of the Ancient Agora of Athens. The Stoa Poikile was one of the most famous sites in ancient Athens, owing its fame to the paintings and loot from wars displayed in it.
~1500 ftNE
Temple
Temple of Ares, Athens
8 min walk • The Temple of Ares was a sanctuary dedicated to Ares, located in the northern part of the Ancient Agora of Athens. The Temple was identified as such by Pausanias but the ruins present today indicate a complex history.
~1170 ftN
Square
Thiseio, Athens
6 min walk • Thiseio or Thissio is a traditional neighbourhood in downtown Athens, Greece, northwest of the Acropolis, 1.5 km southwest of downtown.
~1350 ftNE
Ancient Greek architecture, Temple
Temple of Apollo Patroos, Athens
7 min walk • The Temple of Apollo Patroos is a small ruined temple of Ionic order built in 340–320 BCE. It is 10 m wide and 16.5 m long, and is located north-west of the Ancient Agora of Athens, near the Stoa of Zeus.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to National Observatory of Athens?

Nearby attractions include Asteroskopeio, Athens (3 min walk), Pnyx, Athens (3 min walk), Herakleidon Museum, Athens (4 min walk), Kallimarmaro, Athens (4 min walk).

How to get to National Observatory of Athens by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Observatory of Athens:

Bus

Νηλεωσ • Lines: 227 (4 min walk)
Βασιλακακη • Lines: 227 (5 min walk)

Metro

Thissio • Lines: Μ1 (7 min walk)
Monastiraki • Lines: Μ1, Μ3 (12 min walk)

Trolleybus

Παλαια Αγορα • Lines: 21 (10 min walk)
Φωταεριο • Lines: 21 (10 min walk)

Train

Rouf (20 min walk)

Tram

Fix • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (20 min walk)
Βουλιαγμένης • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (23 min walk)