Attraction Information
Acropolis (Akrópoli)
Closest Hotels to Acropolis (Akrópoli):
The Acropolis is one of the most famous sites of the ancient world and a symbol of Greek civilization. It is the site of three different temples dedicated to Athena Parthenos, the patron goddess of Athens, the most famous of which is the internationally-renowned Parthenon. Completed in 438 BC, its broad flank of Doric columns is synonymous with ancient culture throughout the world. Built entirely of marble that glows at sunset, the Parthenon once housed a statue of Athena. Visitors can also see the Propylaea constructed in 437-432 BC, the Temple of Athena Nike (the Goddess of Victory), the Erechtheion Temple, and the Acropolis Museum, which houses many treasures from the Acropolis.
Contact Addresses
Acropolis Museum, First Ephorate of Prehistoric and Classical Antiquities, 2-4 Makrygianni Street, 11742 Athens, Greece.
Tel: (010) 321 0219 (Acropolis) or 323 6665 (Acropolis Museum
Website: www.culture.gr
Transportation
Air: Athens International Airport. Rail: Underground: Acropolis Station. Road: Bus: Plaka Station. Car: B8A towards Athens and signs for the Acropolis.
Tourist Information
Ellinikos Organismos Tourismou (Greek National Tourism Organization)
2, Amerikis Street, 10564 Athens, Greece
Tel: (01) 327 1300/2 or 327 2000. Fax: (01) 325 2895. E-mail: info@gnto.gr
Website: www.gnto.gr
Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO)
4 Conduit Street, London W1R 0DJ, UK
Tel: (020) 7734 5997 or 7499 8161. Fax: (020) 7287 1369.
E-mail: eot-greektouristoffice@btinternet.com
Website: www.gnto.gr
Location
Greece, Athens
Contact Addresses
Tel: (010) 321 0219 (Acropolis) or 323 6665 (Acropolis Museum
Website: www.culture.gr
Transportation
Tourist Information
2, Amerikis Street, 10564 Athens, Greece
Tel: (01) 327 1300/2 or 327 2000. Fax: (01) 325 2895. E-mail: info@gnto.gr
Website: www.gnto.gr
Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO)
4 Conduit Street, London W1R 0DJ, UK
Tel: (020) 7734 5997 or 7499 8161. Fax: (020) 7287 1369.
E-mail: eot-greektouristoffice@btinternet.com
Website: www.gnto.gr
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