Statue of Plato, Athens
Honor the great philosopher at the Statue of Plato, a cultural landmark in the heart of Athens, Greece.
The Statue of Plato in Athens is a monument honoring the renowned philosopher. Located on Panepistimiou Street, it serves as a tribute to Plato's enduring influence on Western thought and is a popular spot for reflection and photography amidst the city's bustling atmosphere.
A brief summary to Statue of Plato
- Panepistimiou 28, Athens, 105 64, GR
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Know before you go
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- Take a moment to reflect on Plato's philosophical contributions while at the statue.
- Visit during off-peak hours for a more peaceful experience.
- Bring your camera to capture the statue and the surrounding Athenian architecture.
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Getting There
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Walking
From Plaka, walk northwest towards the main road, then turn right onto Stadiou Street. Continue until you reach Omonia Square, then head towards Panepistimiou Street. The statue is located at Panepistimiou 28. The walk is approximately 15-20 minutes.
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Public Transport
If you are near Syntagma Square, take Metro Line 3 (the blue line). Get off at Monastiraki station and transfer to Line 1 (the green line). Take the train towards Kifisia and get off at Omonia station. From Omonia, walk towards Panepistimiou Street. A single metro ticket costs €1.20 and is valid for 90 minutes.
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Taxi
Take a taxi or use a ride-sharing app like Uber or FreeNow. Input 'Statue of Plato, Panepistimiou 28, Athina 105 64' as your destination. A typical taxi fare within the city center is around €8, with a base fare of €1.80 and €0.90/km during the day. Expect to pay around €5-€15 depending on traffic.
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