Philopappos Monument

The Philopappos Monument and its hill

The Philopappos hill, green and close to the Acropolis, is crowned with an ancient monument. The Athens audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this site, which offers one of the finest viewpoints over the Acropolis and the city.

A funerary monument facing the Acropolis

The Philopappos hill, one of the green hills close to the Acropolis, is crowned by the Philopappos Monument, an ancient mausoleum raised in honour of a benefactor of the city. Planted with pines and crisscrossed with paths, the hill offers a peaceful natural setting and one of the finest panoramas over the Acropolis, facing the Parthenon. It is a place of walking prized by Athenians.

What to see

You admire the ancient Philopappos Monument, the shaded paths of the hill and an exceptional panorama over the Acropolis and Athens. The hill is a haven of greenery and one of the finest viewpoints of the city. It is a stop for lovers of nature, history and panoramas.

Practical information

The Philopappos hill and its monument lie facing the Acropolis, in the heart of Athens, reachable on foot by paths that climb. It is a public open-air site, freely accessible; it is best to bring good shoes and water. The view is particularly beautiful at sunset.

What is the Philopappos Monument?

It is an ancient mausoleum raised in honour of a benefactor of the city, which crowns the Philopappos hill, facing the Acropolis.

Where is the Philopappos hill?

Facing the Acropolis, in the heart of Athens.