Fethiye Mosque, Athens

Name: Fethiye Mosque
Address: Athens, Greece

#142 among attractions in Athens

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The Fethiye Mosque is a 17th-century Ottoman mosque in central Athens, Greece. Repurposed after Greek independence in 1834, it fell into disrepair, but after renovations it was reopened to the public in 2017 and is presently being used for cultural exhibitions. ()

Local name: Φετιχιέ τζαμί Αθηνών Architectural style: Ottoman architectureCoordinates: 37°58'28"N, 23°43'37"E

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Fethiye Mosque – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Acropolis, Ermou Street, Ancient Agora, Stoa of Attalos.

~1030 ftS
5th-century B.C. hilltop temple monument
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Iconic Greek ruins with a museum
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~840 ftW
Reconstructed building and Athenian museum
Stoa of Attalos, Athens
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~110 ftS
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~780 ftS
Memorial
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Monuments and statues
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Landmark 19th-century cathedral
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fethiye Mosque?

Nearby attractions include Tower of the Winds, Athens (1 min walk), Aerides, Athens (1 min walk), East Propylon, Athens (1 min walk), Museum of Greek Folk Musical Instruments, Athens (1 min walk).

How to get to Fethiye Mosque by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fethiye Mosque:

Metro

Monastiraki • Lines: Μ1, Μ3 (4 min walk)
Thissio • Lines: Μ1 (11 min walk)

Bus

Μοναστηρακι • Lines: 025, 026, 027, 035, 227, 500 (5 min walk)
Μητροπολη • Lines: 025 (5 min walk)

Trolleybus

Συνταγμα • Lines: 1, 11, 12, 15, 2, 4, 5 (11 min walk)
Φιλελληνων • Lines: 1, 11, 12, 15, 2, 4, 5 (10 min walk)

Tram

Syntagma • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (12 min walk)
Βουλιαγμένης • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (16 min walk)

Train

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