Sanctuary of Zeus Polieus, Athens

#56 among attractions in Athens

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The Sanctuary of Zeus Polieus was a walled open-air sanctuary dedicated to Zeus Polieus around 500 BC on the Acropolis of Athens, sited to the Erechtheion's east. None of its foundations have been discovered and its trapezoid plan and many entrances have been worked out from rock cuttings on the Acropolis. The eastern area of the sanctuary is thought to have housed the oxen for the annual Bouphonia or ox-sacrificing. Its main entrance had a pediment. ()

Local name: Ιερό του Πολιάδη Δία Coordinates: 37°58'18"N, 23°43'39"E

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Αθήνα 1 (Ακρόπολης)Athens Greece

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Sanctuary of Zeus Polieus – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, Choragic Monument of Thrasyllos.

~260 ftW
5th-century B.C. hilltop temple monument
Acropolis, Athens
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~230 ftSW
Iconic 5th BC Athenian temple ruins
Parthenon, Athens
2 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.
~730 ftW
Ionic temple depicting a Greek goddess
Temple of Athena Nike, Athens
4 min walk • Perched on the rocky outcrop of the Acropolis in Athens, the Temple of Athena Nike epitomizes the splendor of ancient Greek architecture. This temple, dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike, stands as an enduring tribute to the victory and might of the Athenian empire.
~260 ftS
Memorial
Choragic Monument of Thrasyllos, Athens
2 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...
~280 ftW
Iconic temple of ancient Greece
Erechtheion, Athens
2 min walk • The Erechtheion is a revered architectural marvel situated on the north side of the Acropolis of Athens, Greece. This ancient temple, constructed from 421 to 406 BCE, stands as a testament to the religious and cultural significance of the city during its classical...
~460 ftSW
Memorial
Asklepieion of Athens, Athens
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~660 ftW
, Archaeological site, Historical place
Propylaea, Athens
4 min walk • The Propylaea stands as a monumental gateway at the western entrance of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. This grand structure, designed by the architect Mnesicles, was constructed between 437 and 432 BCE during the golden age of Athens under the leadership of Pericles.
~570 ftS
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...
~730 ftW
Archaeological site
Pedestal of Agrippa, Athens
4 min walk • The Pedestal of Agrippa stands as a testament to ancient history in the heart of Athens, Greece. This historical landmark, once a monument celebrating the victories of Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa, is a significant relic located on the famous Acropolis of Athens.
~210 ftN
Memorial
Peripatos, Athens
1 min walk • Nestled on the historic slopes of Athens' Acropolis, the Peripatos is a lesser-known treasure that offers visitors a unique glimpse into the ancient world. This ancient pathway, whose origins date back to classical times, snakes around the base of the Acropolis...
~490 ftW
Monuments and statues
Athena Promachos, Athens
3 min walk • The Athena Promachos was a colossal bronze statue of Athena sculpted by Pheidias, which stood between the Propylaea and the Parthenon on the Acropolis of Athens. Athena was the tutelary deity of Athens and the goddess of wisdom and warriors.

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Which popular attractions are close to Sanctuary of Zeus Polieus?

Nearby attractions include Altar of Athena Polias, Athens (1 min walk), Pandion, Athens (1 min walk), Athena Parthenos, Athens (1 min walk), Peripatos, Athens (1 min walk).

How to get to Sanctuary of Zeus Polieus by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sanctuary of Zeus Polieus:

Metro

Akropoli • Lines: Μ2 (6 min walk)
Monastiraki • Lines: Μ1, Μ3 (9 min walk)

Bus

Μητροπολη • Lines: 025 (8 min walk)
Μακρυγιαννη • Lines: 040, 040 Συνταγμα - Πειραιασ, Α2 (9 min walk)

Trolleybus

Μακρυγιαννη • Lines: 1, 15, 5 (9 min walk)
Φιλελληνων • Lines: 1, 11, 12, 15, 2, 4, 5 (9 min walk)

Tram

Βουλιαγμένης • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (11 min walk)
Syntagma • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (12 min walk)

Train

Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Lower Station (28 min walk)
Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Top Station (29 min walk)