Kritios Boy, Athens

#75 among attractions in Athens

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The marble Kritios Boy or Kritian Boy belongs to the Early Classical period of ancient Greek sculpture. It is the first statue from classical antiquity known to use contrapposto; Kenneth Clark called it "the first beautiful nude in art" It is possible, even likely, that earlier bronze statues had used the technique, but if they did, they have not survived and Susan Woodford has speculated that the statue is a copy of a bronze original. The Kritios Boy is thus named because it is attributed, on slender evidence, to Kritios, who worked together with Nesiotes or their school, from around 480 BC. As currently mounted, the statue is considerably smaller than life-size at 117 cm, including the supports that replace the missing feet. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 37°58'9"N, 23°43'42"E

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Αθήνα 1 (Μακρυγιάννη)Athens Greece

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Nearby attractions include: Parthenon, Acropolis Museum, Choragic Monument of Thrasyllos, Asklepieion of Athens.

~980 ftNW
Iconic 5th BC Athenian temple ruins
Parthenon, Athens
5 min walk • The Parthenon stands as the quintessential symbol of ancient Greece and a testament to classical Greek architecture. Nestled atop the Acropolis in the heart of Athens, this temple was dedicated to the goddess Athena, the city's patron deity.
~230 ftS
Museum, Archaeological museum, History museum
Acropolis Museum, Athens
2 min walk • The Acropolis Museum, nestled at the foot of the ancient Acropolis in Athens, Greece, is a modern architectural marvel that houses some of the most significant artifacts of Greek antiquity. Since its opening in 2009, the museum has become an essential destination for...
~760 ftN
Memorial
Choragic Monument of Thrasyllos, Athens
4 min walk • Perched on the south slope of the Acropolis in Athens, the Choragic Monument of Thrasyllos is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of ancient Greece. This prominent structure was erected in 320-319 BCE by Thrasyllos, a wealthy Athenian citizen, to commemorate a...
~850 ftNW
Memorial
Asklepieion of Athens, Athens
5 min walk • Nestled amidst the historic city of Athens, Greece, the Asklepieion of Athens stands as a testament to the ancient world's dedication to health and healing. This sanctuary, dedicated to the god of medicine, Asklepios, served as a therapeutic and religious center in...
~940 ftE
Ruined temple completed under Hadrian
Temple of Olympian Zeus, Athens
5 min walk • The Temple of Olympian Zeus, also known as the Olympieion, stands as a colossal tribute to ancient Greek architecture in the heart of Athens, Greece. Once one of the largest temples in the ancient world, its construction spanned several centuries, beginning in the 6th...
~440 ftN
Monuments and statues
Bema of Phaidros, Athens
3 min walk • The Bema of Phaidros is an often-overlooked historical gem nestled within the bustling city of Athens, Greece. This ancient podium, also known as the Bema of Phaedrus, is a significant archeological site that offers insight into the city's rich cultural and political...
~560 ftNW
Memorial
Choragic Monument of Nikias, Athens
3 min walk • The Choragic Monument of Nikias is a memorial building built in the Acropolis of Athens in 320–319 BCE to commemorate the choregos Nikias, son of Nikodemos. It was situated between the Theatre of Dionysos and the Stoa of Eumenes where its foundations remain along with some fragmentary elements of the structure.
~860 ftNE
Landmark monument in a small square
Choragic Monument of Lysicrates, Athens
5 min walk • The Choragic Monument of Lysicrates near the Acropolis of Athens was erected by the choregos Lysicrates, a wealthy patron of musical performances in the Theater of Dionysus, to commemorate the prize in the dithyramb contest of the City Dionysia in 335/334 BCE, of which performance he was liturgist.
~400 ftNE
Ancient tiered performance arena
Theatre of Dionysus, Athens
2 min walk • The Theatre of Dionysus is an ancient Greek theatre in Athens. It is built on the south slope of the Acropolis hill, originally part of the sanctuary of Dionysus Eleuthereus.
~880 ftN
Archaeological site
Pandion, Athens
5 min walk • The Sanctuary of Pandion is the name sometimes given to the remains of a building located in the south-east corner of the Acropolis of Athens. Its foundations were found during the excavations for the construction of the Old Acropolis Museum.
~490 ftN
Ancient Greek architecture, Archaeological site
Odeon of Athens, Athens
3 min walk • The Odeon of Athens or Odeon of Pericles in Athens was a 4,000 m2 odeon, built at the southeastern foot of the Acropolis in Athens, next to the entrance to the Theatre of Dionysus.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kritios Boy?

Nearby attractions include Peplos Kore, Athens (1 min walk), Mourning Athena, Athens (1 min walk), Blond Kouros's Head of the Acropolis, Athens (1 min walk), Persian Rider, Athens (1 min walk).

How to get to Kritios Boy by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kritios Boy:

Metro

Akropoli • Lines: Μ2 (2 min walk)
Syngrou-Fix • Lines: Μ2 (9 min walk)

Bus

Μακρυγιαννη • Lines: 040, 040 Συνταγμα - Πειραιασ, 227, 790, Α2, Α3 (6 min walk)
Συγγρου • Lines: 227 (6 min walk)

Trolleybus

Άγιος Ιωάννης • Lines: 1, 15, 5 (5 min walk)
Αγιοσ Ιωαννησ • Lines: 1, 15, 5 (5 min walk)

Tram

Βουλιαγμένης • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (7 min walk)
Fix • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (8 min walk)

Train

Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Lower Station (30 min walk)
Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Top Station (32 min walk)