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Academy of Athens
CultureVisit: ~15 min
A neoclassical building designed by Theophil Hansen and completed around 1885, funded by the benefactor Simon Sinas. It is part of the so-called «Neoclassical Trilogy» together with the National Library and the University, on Panepistimiou Street. In front are two columns with Apollo and Athena, and seated statues of Plato and Socrates. It is best admired from the outside.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Academy of Athens: 3 missions
- Walk the neoclassical trilogy of PanepistimiouWalk along Panepistimiou Street and look at the three buildings: the Academy, the University and the National Library.
- Find the statues of Plato and SocratesLook for the seated statues of Plato and Socrates in front of the building and compare them with the façade.
- Look at the columns of Apollo and AthenaNotice the two tall columns at the entrance, topped by Apollo and Athena.
Near Academy of Athens
Technopolis (City of Athens)1.7 km awayNational Theatre of Greece1.7 km awayHellenic Motor Museum1.9 km awayAllou! Fun Park1.9 km awayOmonia Square2.0 km awayEpigraphic Museum of Athens2.1 km away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Academy of Athens?
Allow about 15 min for the visit.
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