Lycabettus Hill (Likavittou), Athens: Photos, Reviews & Location

Walkway through a wooded, steep-sloped park to a lookout near a chapel, popular for sunset views.

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#23 of 40 Historical landmarks in Athens #21 of 52 Tourist attractions in Athens

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.70

2.1 km from the center of Athens

Rating breakdown

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Likavittou, Athina 114 71, Greece

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What is the rating of Lycabettus Hill?: Lycabettus Hill is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 20,429 reviews.
How does Lycabettus Hill rank in Athens?: Lycabettus Hill is #23 of 40 Historical landmarks in Athens by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Lycabettus Hill located?: Likavittou, Athina 114 71, Greece — 2.1 km from the center of Athens.
How can I contact Lycabettus Hill?: Website: lycabettushill.com

Reviews (8)

Nahshon 2023 Dec 27

Very nice beautiful and scenic spot to have an aerial view of the city of Athens. There’s a viewing area up ahead which gives a panoramic view of the city, and you can spot the Acropolis and other landmarks from this vantage point. It is also a very popular hill to catch the sunset on. Arrive early if you intend to catch the sunset, as the crowds typically arrive early to reserve a spot.

Methods to reach the top: walking up the hill, funicular, or driving up as there are parking up on the hill.

Kemi Chima 2023 Nov 24

The views from Lycabettus hill are spectacular! It's a place I would like to visit over and over again. I did the climb all the way from the bottom to the top. Challenging climb but quite enjoyable at the same time. Wouldn't want to do the climb in the hot summer though.

Sue Vogt-Skard 2023 Nov 23

Love the walk up this hill near central Athens.

The walk up is totally worth the amazing views at the top over the city and Acropolis.

We’ve visited before at sunset which is lovely too but does get busy at sunset as it’s such a great thing to do - people bring snacks and drinks and sit on the ground.

There is also a cafe just before you get to the top and a nice small church right at the top.

One of my favs places to visit in Athens.

Shreyamsa Manjunath 2023 Nov 03

A moderately-difficult climb which offers some incredible panoramic views of the city and the Aegean sea at a distance! The highest point in Athens is also pretty famous for its sunset views. A funicular service is available to go up or down, but to reach the station itself is a short workout. Whatever the path taken to reach the top, the views are worth it and more! Golden rays of the setting sun falling on the historic monuments of Athens is a sight to behold. After the lights turn on, it gives a different perspective. Another not-to-be-missed feature in Athens, in spite of the crowds!

Paul B 2023 Oct 25

This is the probably the best walk in Athens. Right before reaching the top, there’s a cafe with an extraordinary view on the city of Athens, where you can eat or drink. If you finish your ascent, you’ll be greeted with a mindblowing 360* view on the entirety of Athens and its surroundings. I 100% recommend you go there during your stay in Athens.

Georgia Sands 2023 Oct 20

Great place to see the city and get some fresh air. We brought pastries with us to the top and had a nice little snack while taking in the beautiful view. Many paths up, down and around the mountain so you can choose how fast or steep you want your walk to be.

Flore Lag 2023 Oct 08

Petite montée sympathique durant laquelle on a croisé une tortue qui se promenait ! ☺️
À part pour le manque d'ombre, la montée se fait plutôt facilement (il y a plusieurs chemins possibles).
Malheureusement, on voit que la ville est bien polluée une fois qu'on arrive là-haut... Mais la vue reste belle !

Matt Wallace 2023 Jul 09

Awesome view of the city especially during sunset. Lots of people but with good vibes adding to the experience with everyone excited to see the sunset. The walk up is a little steep but by no means a challenge. Watch your step while walking up. There were a few people selling beverages and other items at the top as well as a couple restaurants that looked decent (we didn't eat at them but I snuck a peak to see some of the dishes). My favorite part was to see and admire the density of Athens urban environment!