About National Garden

The National Park located behind the Parliament House of Athens has within its compound ancient ruins that are free to explore. The park is located in the heart of Athens and is the perfect place for picnicking with the family. There are various busts located around the park featuring parliament members and famous Greek poets. The architecture around the park is also a sight to see. For a lazy day around the city, this is the perfect place in an otherwise bustling city.

Must See

  • Busts of Loannis Kapodistrias
  • Busts of Dionysios Solomos
  • Parliament building
  • Corinthian capital columns and ancient ruins
  • Changing of the Guard Ceremony
  • Statue of Lord Byron
  • Safari Club
  • Angelos and Leto Katakouzenos Foundation
  • Benaki Museum
  • Syntagma Station
  • Plateia Syntagmatos
  • Zappeion Conference & Exhibition Center
  • The Jewish Museum of Greece

How to reach

Private transport/ Taxis: via Stadiou and EO91 ( Taxi: One-Way from: 4€ - 6€)

Public transport/ Metro/ Train: 6:03 PM from Omonia or Syntagma metro station to Acropoli Station.

Tips

  • The area has no restrictions on items that can be taken inside.
  • A very good place for a picnic.
  • Place to play outdoor games.
  • Photography is allowed.
  • Several places to explore.
  • Audio tours of the parks are available.
  • Access points for the disabled and elderly.
  • Pets are allowed.

Visit Time

Sunday: 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Monday: 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday: 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Thursday: 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Saturday: 6:00 am to 8:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

At the gates to buy tickets there are smooth running lines.

 

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Entrance Fee

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Per person:

  • 12 Euros/ adult
  • 6 Euros/ children and seniors
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Time you can spend

2 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 26.99°C

 

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