Syntagma Square, Athens

Name: Syntagma Square
Address: Πλατεία Συντάγματος, Athens, 105 63, Greece

#96 among attractions in Athens

Museum, Archaeological museum, History museum

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The Syntagma Metro Station Archeological Collection is a museum in Athens, Greece. It is located at the Syntagma station of the Athens metro and it features a variety of historical items unearthed during the process of building the metro. ()

Coordinates: 37°58'32"N, 23°44'5"E

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Πλατεία ΣυντάγματοςΑθήνα 1 (Σύνταγμα)Athens 105 63 Greece

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Syntagma Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Voukourestiou Street, Benaki Museum, National Garden, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

~480 ftN
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Voukourestiou Street, Athens
3 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...
~1590 ftE
Museum, Art museum
Benaki Museum, Athens
8 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...
~1200 ftSE
Scenic park with archeological remains
National Garden, Athens
6 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.
~470 ftE
Memorial
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Athens
3 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.
~1850 ftNW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Stadiou Street, Athens
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~820 ftN
Coins and medals dating to 1300 B.C.
Numismatic Museum, Athens
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~1590 ftS
Grand 1880s hall with Olympic history
Zappeion, Athens
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~1360 ftW
Landmark 19th-century cathedral
Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens, Athens
7 min walk • The Metropolitan Cathedral of the Annunciation popularly known as the "Mētrópolis", is the cathedral church of the Archbishopric of Athens and all Greece.
~1800 ftW
Historic church with Byzantine designs
Church of Panagia Kapnikarea, Athens
9 min walk • The Church of Panagia Kapnikarea or just Kapnikarea is a Greek Orthodox church and one of the oldest churches in Athens.
~910 ftNW
Weapon exhibits in a landmark setting
National Historical Museum, Athens
5 min walk • The National Historical Museum is a historical museum in Athens. Founded in 1882, is the oldest of its kind in Greece. It is located in the Old Parliament House at Stadiou Street in Athens, which housed the Hellenic Parliament from 1875 until 1932.
~1090 ftSW
Greek Jewish historical artifacts museum
Jewish Museum of Greece, Athens
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Syntagma Square open?

Syntagma Square is open:

Monday 5 am - 12 am
Tuesday 5 am - 12 am
Wednesday 5 am - 12 am
Thursday 5 am - 12 am
Friday 5 am - 12 am
Saturday 5 am - 12 am
Sunday 5 am - 12 am

Which popular attractions are close to Syntagma Square?

Nearby attractions include Syntagma Square, Athens (1 min walk), Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Athens (3 min walk), Voukourestiou Street, Athens (3 min walk), Old Royal Palace, Athens (3 min walk).

How to get to Syntagma Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Syntagma Square:

Bus

Πλατεια Συνταγματοσ • Lines: Α3 (2 min walk)
Συνταγμα • Lines: 025, 209, 227, 790 (2 min walk)

Trolleybus

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

Metro

Syntagma • Lines: Μ2, Μ3 (2 min walk)
Panepistimio • Lines: Μ2 (9 min walk)

Tram

Syntagma • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (3 min walk)
Ζαππειο • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (12 min walk)

Train

Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Lower Station (16 min walk)
Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Top Station (17 min walk)