One of the oldest cities in the world.
As one of the oldest cities in the world, Athens, Greece, offers a wealth of incredible places to explore. It is a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts, featuring a remarkable array of majestic ruins, including the world-famous Acropolis and the Ancient Agora, among others. Additionally, the city boasts charming neighborhoods, breathtaking viewpoints, and a variety of museums, all while being ideally situated for fantastic day trips throughout Greece. In this guide, I will share some must-visit viewpoints that you should not miss when traveling to Athens.
作為世界上最古老的城市之一，希臘雅典有許多令人難以置信的景點。 這是歷史愛好者不容錯過的旅行目的地，這裡有眾多雄偉的遺跡，包括舉世聞名的雅典衛城，古集市等。此外，這座城市還擁有古樸的街區，迷人的景點和博物館 ，並且地理位置優越，非常適合在希臘各地進行一日遊。 接下來，分享一些我覺得雅典時必須去的景點。
Athen ticket package
The monuments of Athens are typically included in the Athens special ticket package, which costs €30. If you plan to visit the Acropolis and two additional attractions, purchasing this ticket package is a cost-effective option. This package includes access to the Acropolis, the Ancient Agora, Hadrian’s Library, the Roman Agora, the Temple of Zeus, the Arch of Hadrian, Kerameikos, and the Lyceum.
Where can you buy this ticket?
At the entrance of the attractions, you will find a bulletin board that displays information about two types of tickets. The first ticket costs 6 euros for individual access to this attraction, while the second option is a ticket package priced at 30 euros, which includes access to 8 different sceneries. Once you purchase the ticket package, you simply need to scan the QR code at the entrance.
雅典古蹟通常包含在雅典特價門票套餐中，票價為 30 歐元。如果你要參觀雅典衛城和另外兩個景點，購買此套票是一個經濟實惠的選擇。套票包括參觀衛城、古市集、哈德良圖書館、羅馬市集、宙斯神殿、哈德良凱旋門、凱拉米克斯和蘭心宮。
這張票哪裡可以買到？
在景點入口處，你都會看到一個公告牌，上面顯示了兩種門票的資訊。第一種門票為個人門票 6 歐元，可進入該景點，第二種選擇為套票，價格為 30 歐元，包含 8 個不同景點的門票。購買套票後，只需在入口處掃描二維碼即可。
Temple of Zeus
The Temple of Zeus is the site where the god Zeus was enshrined. Its construction took nearly 600 years. During the Middle Ages, as Athens expanded, many people removed marble from the temple to build their homes. Originally, the temple had 104 columns, but now only less than one-fifth remain. However, you can still see the delicate carvings at the top, which evoke the majesty of the original structure from the remaining pillars.
宙斯神廟是宙斯神所在的地方。 花了將近600年的時間。 在中世紀，為了擴大雅典，許多人抬著大理石從聖殿裡蓋房子。 原始的有104列，現在只有不到五分之一，但是你仍然可以看到頂部的精緻雕刻，可以從其餘的柱子上看到它的威嚴。
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*Address : Archaia Olympia 270 65
*Hours : Mon-Sun 08:30-20:00
Hadrian's Arch
The Hadrian’s Arch is situated adjacent to the Temple of Zeus. The protagonist of Hadrian and Hadrian’s Library is the same individual. According to legend, the people of Athens expressed their gratitude to him for constructing numerous temples and monumental arches throughout the city. The arch stands approximately 18 meters high and 14 meters wide. This semi-circular marble structure is supported by Corinthian columns and features three door openings. It is both elegant and majestic. The arch serves not only to commemorate Hadrian but also to delineate the boundaries between the old and new sections of Athens, making it a worthwhile destination to visit.
哈德良拱門就位於宙斯神廟旁，這位哈德良和哈德良圖書館的主角是同一個，據說是雅典的人民為了感謝他在雅典興建了許多神殿和建設所興建的紀念性拱門，高約18公尺、寬約14公尺，半圓形的大理石拱門以科林斯圓柱支撐起，並架構出三個門洞，造型優雅、氣勢滂礡。這個拱門不僅僅是為了紀念哈德良，也用來區隔雅典的新舊城區，相當值得前往一看。
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*Address : Leoforos Vasilisis Amalias 50, Athina 105 58
*Hours : 24 hours
Acropolis
The Acropolis is undoubtedly the most renowned site in all of Athens.
The Acropolis is undoubtedly the most famous site in all of Athens. Perched atop a hill in the city center, this ancient citadel is home to some of the oldest ruins in the area. The ruins of the Acropolis date back to the 5th century BC and are a must-see when visiting Athens.
Of all the structures located at the Acropolis, the Parthenon is the most renowned. While the Parthenon is the most famous site at the Acropolis, there are several other ruins worth visiting, including the Theatre of Dionysus, the Propylaea, the Erechtheion, and the Temple of Athena Nike.
雅典衛城無疑是整個雅典最著名的景點。 這座古老的城堡坐落在市中心的一座小山上，是該市一些最古老的廢墟的所在地。 雅典衛城可以追溯到公元前5世紀，是參觀雅典時必看的景點。
在雅典衛城發現的所有建築物中，帕台農神廟是最著名的。 雖然帕台農神廟是雅典衛城最著名的遺址，但還有許多其他遺址可供參觀，包括狄俄尼索斯劇院，Propylaea，Erechtheion.
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*Address : Athens 105 58
*Hours : Mon-Sun 08:00-20:00
Theater of Dionysus Eleuthereus
Dionysus is the Greek god of wine and drama. The purpose of the theater was to honor the god, bringing joy to the people. This was important, as they feared the wrath of the gods. The theater was originally constructed in the sixth century BC and later restored during the Roman period. Its seating and walkways are well-designed and can accommodate approximately 17,000 spectators.
戴奧尼索斯是希臘的酒神和戲劇之神，劇場設立的目的是為了怕酒神生氣而表演給酒神看，這個劇場最初建於西元前六世紀，後復建於羅馬時期，劇場的座位和走道都很成熟，可以容納一萬七千人左右。
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Odeon of Herodes Atticus
The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a theater that dates back to the 2nd century. It is still in use today, although access is restricted to those who have tickets for performances. The Odeon was constructed in 161 AD as a gift from the philosopher Herodes Atticus to the city of Athens. Fortunately, visitors can still enjoy a good vantage point of the theater from the southwest slope of the Acropolis.
Herodes Atticus劇場，其歷史可追溯到2世紀。儘管已關閉劇院，但今天仍在使用劇院，以便只有在有演出門票的情況下才能使用劇院。 Herodes Atticus建於公元161年，是當時的哲學家Herodes送給雅典市的禮物。幸運的是，你仍然可以從雅典衛城的西南坡獲得良好的製高點。
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Propylaia
In the sixth century BC, the Acropolis was constructed as a site for worshiping the gods. The impressive monumental gateway, known as the the entrance to the Acropolis. The front columns are designed in the Doric order, while the interior features the more ornate Ionic order.
西元前六世紀，雅典衛城終於建成人們敬神的地方，華麗的山門就成了衛城的入口，”propylon”泛指神殿或大廳的入口。最前面的柱子為多立克式，內部則為較花俏的愛奧尼克式
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Parthenon
The Parthenon is the most famous structure on the Acropolis.
The Parthenon is a former temple dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena, after whom the city of Athens is named. Construction of the temple began in 447 BC and continued until 432 BC. Like many of the structures at the Acropolis, the Parthenon has suffered substantial damage over the years and is currently undergoing restoration.
帕德嫩神廟 是一座曾為希臘女神雅典娜（Athena）建造的寺廟，雅典女神以雅典娜的名字命名。 聖殿的建造始於公元前447年，一直持續到公元前432年。 與雅典衛城的許多建築物一樣，帕德嫩神廟多年來遭受了重大破壞，所以現在都在正修復中。
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Erechtheion
The Temple of Erechtheion, located atop the mountain facing the Padnen Temple, consists of three distinct sections. The exterior remains largely intact. This Ionic structure is dedicated to both Athena and Poseidon, serving as a place of worship for various deities. Unlike a typical temple, which usually honors a single god, this temple accommodates multiple divine figures.
山頂與帕德嫩神殿相望的伊瑞克緹翁神殿，建築有三部分，外觀至今仍然保存完整，愛奧尼克式的建築獻給雅典娜和海神波賽頓，用來祭祀不同的神靈，不像一般神殿只祭拜一種神靈。
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Acropolis hill
The Acropolis Hill is one of the prominent landmarks of Athens, and it offers a view of the New Acropolis Museum.
衛城山丘是雅典制高點之一，可以看到新衛城博物館。
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Overall
Witnessing world-famous monuments with my own eyes often feels disappointing, as many of the monuments in Greece are not well preserved. However, I still find it remarkable to experience them firsthand, given the vicissitudes of their millennia-long history.
我親眼目睹世界聞名的古蹟，當下總是感到非常失望，因為希臘的古蹟保存得不好。 但我仍然覺得很驚訝，因為我看到千年曆史的滄桑。