Gennadius Library, Athens

Name: Gennadius Library
Address: Σουηδίας 61, Athens, 106 76, Greece
Telephone: +30 21 0721 0536

#192 among attractions in Athens

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The Gennadius Library, also known as the Gennadeion, is one of the most important libraries in Greece, with over 110,000 volumes on Greek history, literature and art from Antiquity until modern times. The library is located at Souidias Street 61, on the slopes of Mount Lycabettus, in central Athens. ()

Local name: Γεννάδειος Βιβλιοθήκη Coordinates: 37°58'49"N, 23°44'54"E

Address

Σουηδίας 61Αθήνα 1 (Δεξαμενή)Athens 106 76 Greece

Contact

+30 21 0721 0536

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Gennadius Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Benaki Museum, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Byzantine and Christian Museum, Mount Lycabettus.

0.5 miSW
Museum, Art museum
Benaki Museum, Athens
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Athens, the Benaki Museum stands as a beacon of Greek culture and history. This illustrious institution, founded in 1930 by Antonis Benakis in memory of his father Emmanuel Benakis, is renowned for its extensive collection that spans the breadth...
0.7 miSW
Memorial
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Athens
19 min walk • In the heart of Athens, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier stands as a solemn memorial to the unidentified soldiers who have given their lives for Greece. This revered monument is located in Syntagma Square, before the Hellenic Parliament building.
0.4 miSW
Collection of frescoes and artifacts
Byzantine and Christian Museum, Athens
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Athens, the Byzantine and Christian Museum stands as a beacon of cultural heritage, offering a deep dive into the historical and artistic traditions of Byzantium and the wider Greek world. With its extensive collection of more than 25,000...
~1580 ftW
Landmark hill with an amphitheater
Mount Lycabettus, Athens
8 min walk • Mount Lycabettus stands as a limestone beacon in the heart of Athens, Greece, offering panoramic views of the sprawling city below. Rising 300 meters above sea level, this prominent hill is not only a natural landmark but also a cultural hub, thanks to the presence of...
0.6 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium, Athens
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Athens, Greece, the Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium stands as a testament to the country's rich sporting heritage. This historic venue, often referred to as Leoforos, has been the traditional home ground of the Panathinaikos football club since its...
0.7 miW
Coins and medals dating to 1300 B.C.
Numismatic Museum, Athens
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0.4 miSW
Museum, Vernacular architecture
Stathatos Mansion, Athens
12 min walk • The Stathatos building is a neoclassical villa on the Vasilissis Sofias Avenue. It was built in 1895 by the Saxon-Greek architect Ernst Ziller for the Stathatos Family.
~1970 ftSW
Museum, Specialty museum, Military museum
Athens War Museum, Athens
10 min walk • The Athens War Museum, established on July 18, 1975, is the museum of the Greek Armed Forces. Its purpose is the exhibition of weapon artifacts and the relevant research in the history of war. It covers the history of war in all ages.
0.5 miSW
Cycladic art museum with kids' exhibits
Museum of Cycladic Art, Athens
12 min walk • The Nicholas P. Goulandris Foundation - Museum of Cycladic Art is a museum of Athens. It houses a notable collection of artifacts of Cycladic art.
~1720 ftE
Sizable concert hall with performances
Athens Concert Hall, Athens
9 min walk • The Athens Concert Hall is a concert hall located on Vasilissis Sofias Avenue in Athens, Greece. The Hall was inaugurated in 1991 with two halls.
~1750 ftS
Museum, Art museum
National Gallery, Athens
9 min walk • The National Art Gallery is an art museum located on Vasilissis Sofias avenue in the Pangrati district, Athens, Greece. It is devoted to Greek and European art from the 14th century to the 20th century. It is directed by Marina Lambraki-Plaka.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gennadius Library?

Nearby attractions include Petraki Monastery, Athens (4 min walk), Kolonaki, Athens (7 min walk), Mount Lycabettus, Athens (8 min walk), Lilian Voudouri Music Library of Greece, Athens (9 min walk).

How to get to Gennadius Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gennadius Library:

Bus

3η ΛΥΚΑΒΗΤΤΟΥ • Lines: 060 (2 min walk)
Παλ.τερμα • Lines: 022, 060 (2 min walk)

Train

Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Lower Station (6 min walk)
Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Top Station (8 min walk)

Trolleybus

Ιλισια • Lines: 3 (7 min walk)
Σταθμοσ Ευαγγελισμοσ • Lines: 3 (8 min walk)

Metro

Megaro Mousikis Metro • Lines: Μ3 (8 min walk)
Evangelismos • Lines: Μ3 (8 min walk)

Tram

Syntagma • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (21 min walk)
Zappeion • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (25 min walk)