Pangrati, Athens

Name: Pangrati
Address: Athens, Greece

#168 among attractions in Athens

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Pangrati or Pagrati is a neighborhood in Central Athens, Greece, having an estimated population of 35,173 residents. Named after the ancient sanctuary of Hercules Pancrates, its frontage runs from Vasilissis Sofias Avenue along to Vasileos Konstantinou Avenue and Vassileos Alexandrou Avenue, just a few minutes walk from the National Gardens. One of the most important landmarks of Pangrati is the Panathinaiko Stadium that hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. The First Cemetery of Athens, the official cemetery for the City of Athens, lies within the neighborhood's limits. ()

Local name: Παγκράτι Coordinates: 37°58'15"N, 23°44'50"E

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Nearby attractions include: Voukourestiou Street, Panathenaic Stadium, Benaki Museum, National Garden.

0.8 miNW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Voukourestiou Street, Athens
21 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Athens, Voukourestiou Street epitomizes luxury and exclusivity, offering a shopping experience that caters to those with a penchant for high-end fashion and refined tastes. This prestigious shopping district is renowned for its array of designer...
~1960 ftSW
The world's only white marble stadium
Panathenaic Stadium, Athens
10 min walk • The Panathenaic Stadium is an iconic sport venue nestled in the heart of Athens, Greece, and stands as a proud testament to the country's ancient sporting history. Known as the birthplace of the modern Olympic Games, this all-marble stadium is a reconstruction of the...
0.5 miNW
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...
0.5 miW
Scenic park with archeological remains
National Garden, Athens
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Athens, the National Garden offers a verdant retreat from the bustling cityscape. This lush park, spanning about 15.5 hectares, is a haven for locals and tourists alike, seeking solace amid its leafy avenues and peaceful pathways.
0.7 miNW
Memorial
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Athens
18 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.
~1740 ftNW
Collection of frescoes and artifacts
Byzantine and Christian Museum, Athens
9 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...
0.6 miW
Grand 1880s hall with Olympic history
Zappeion, Athens
15 min walk • The Zappeion is a grandiose neoclassical building nestled in the heart of Athens, Greece, surrounded by the lush greenery of the National Gardens. This historic edifice, completed in 1888, was designed by the celebrated Danish architect Theophil Hansen and stands as a...
0.4 miNW
Museum, Vernacular architecture
Stathatos Mansion, Athens
11 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.
0.7 miSW
Architecture, Scenic walking areas, Cemetery
First Cemetery of Athens, Athens
19 min walk • The First Cemetery of Athens is the official cemetery of the City of Athens and the first to be built. It opened in 1837 and soon became a prestigious cemetery for Greeks and foreigners.
~1800 ftN
Museum, Specialty museum, Military museum
Athens War Museum, Athens
9 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.
0.4 miNW
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.

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Which popular attractions are close to Pangrati?

Nearby attractions include National Museum of Contemporary Art, Athens (8 min walk), Lyceum, Athens (8 min walk), Byzantine and Christian Museum, Athens (9 min walk), Athens War Museum, Athens (9 min walk).

How to get to Pangrati by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pangrati:

Bus

Γυμνασιο • Lines: 203, 204, 204B (2 min walk)
1η ΡΙΖΑΡΗ • Lines: 203, 204, 204B (3 min walk)

Trolleybus

Άλσος • Lines: 11, 2 (6 min walk)
Αλσοσ • Lines: 11, 2 (6 min walk)

Metro

Evangelismos • Lines: Μ3 (10 min walk)
Megaro Mousikis Metro • Lines: Μ3 (17 min walk)

Tram

Zappeion • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (14 min walk)
Ζαππειο • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (16 min walk)

Train

Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Lower Station (18 min walk)
Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Top Station (21 min walk)