Areopagus Hill
Viewpoint · Acropolis, Athens

Areopagus Hill

Photo: Ggia · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Areopagus Hill was the site of Athens' ancient council meetings. It appears in Greek myths and the Bible. The summit provides open views of the city and Acropolis.

On day 1 of Athens: Weekend Escape

Good to know

Tickets
Free entry.
Time needed
30 to 60 minutes.
Best time
Late afternoon or sunset.
Getting there
Walk from the Acropolis entrance or Thissio area.

Itineraries with Areopagus Hill

Day 1 of Athens: Weekend Escape

The Acropolis

How Areopagus Hill fits into a day.
  1. 8:00Acropolis of AthensAcropolis
  2. 11:00Acropolis MuseumMakrygianni
  3. 14:00PlakaPlaka
  4. 16:00AnafiotikaPlaka
  5. 18:30Areopagus HillAcropolis
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Areopagus Hill questions

Is Areopagus Hill free to visit?

Entry is free. No tickets are required.

How do you get to Areopagus Hill?

Walk up from the Acropolis path. Steps lead to the top.

What should you wear to Areopagus Hill?

Wear sturdy shoes. The rocks can be slippery.

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