Sundown is a blessing, and what is better than having the chance to watch and enjoy the colors and shapes that sundown brings to our sky every day from the right places with the perfect view. In Athens, we are lucky enough to have dreamy spots where everyone can have the most magical, colorful, and beautiful sundown moments to share, but also some great bird-eye city views of the whole Athens metropolitan area. No matter the season and the day you can always visit these places for free and enjoy the view from above either with company or alone.

For those hopelessly romantic ones who are in Athens, this list below will guide you to some of the most unforgettable sunset and city views. Read our proposals below and let us be your guide to the best spots for enjoying your time in Athens!

Lycabettus Hill

Sure, you have all heard about it: the incredible Lycabettus Hill is the highest point in Athens and has the most amazing city view. Of course, it is a very popular attraction both for locals and external visitors who want to see what Athens looks like from above. It is also true that from this large hill, you can spot most locations around the city. But don’t you worry about your time management because it takes only 20 minutes to reach Lycabettus Hill top starting from the base of the mountain. On your way up you can also find a café and a canteen to make a stop and enjoy something refreshing. To catch the sundown and admire it from a 360 view, you must visit the hill around the afternoon. We reassure you that this will be an unforgettable experience, especially if you visit Athens for the first time!

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Anafiotika

You may not read this for the first time, but Anafiotika offers some of the most incredible sunset views in Athens. This historical and picturesque neighborhood next to the Acropolis gives visitors a glimpse of the villages in the Greek Islands with narrow alleys and white houses. Yes, this is one of the places in Athens that you see most on Instagram and TikTok. It’s honestly a must-visit area and due to its position, it offers beautiful and romantic views of the city for free! Just follow the stairs all the way up until you reach the top and then watch the city and the sky from a small but very cute platform. You can only get there on foot so leave your car aside and combine this visit with a walking tour to the most instagrammable spots in Athens!

Philopappos Hill

Another popular hill with both great history and a bird-eye view that will take your breath away! Locals call Philopappos Hill the perfect spot for the best view of the Acropolis, and we couldn’t agree more. To reach Philopappos Monument and enjoy its view, you must first enter the park where the monument resides and then head straight up to the top. You can find many entrances along the way. When you arrive at your destination, you will find benches and a platform to soak up the view. If that matters to you, Phiopappos Hill is usually quieter than Lycabettus Hill, so you can enjoy a chill atmosphere there.

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Strefi Hill

Close to Lycabettus Hill, in the alternative neighborhood of Exarcheia, another hill is located, although not so popular but with one of the most magnificent views of Athens. You only need 10 minutes to get to the top and discover one of the best places to admire the Acropolis. It’s a spot where locals love to hang around and that’s why there are always people chilling and enjoying the view from above no matter the season or the time of the day. If you decide to visit Strefi Hill, you can combine it with a visit to the Archaeological Museum which is nearby, and then end your night with one or more drinks in some bar in Exarcheia.

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Areopagus Hill

In ancient Greece, the Areopagus was a sacred place devoted to the god of war, Ares. It was also the location of the reputed court of the Areios Pagos and some centuries later it became the place from which Saint Paul first proclaimed Christianity to the Athenians. Today it remains a very popular viewpoint among locals as it is easily accessible. Take a walk there and you will find lots of couples and groups of friends sitting, chatting, and admiring a breathtaking view all day long.

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Have you visited any of the spots above? Which one is your favorite and ideal for the most breathtaking city and sunset views in Athens? Feel free to comment below!

Words: Nellie Stathakidou