The Sundial: A Timeless Attraction in Athens

Getting There

• Metro

  Start by making your way to the nearest metro station, such as Syntagma Station (Σύνταγμα). From Syntagma, take the Metro Line 3 (the blue line) towards Egaleo. After one stop, get off at Monastiraki Station. At Monastiraki, switch to Metro Line 1 (the green line) and travel towards Kifisia. Get off at the next stop, which is Omonoia Station. From Omonoia, exit the station and head northwest on Stadiou Street. Continue straight until you reach Leof. Vasilisis Amalias, where you will find the entrance to the National Garden (Εθνικός Κήπος). The Sundial is located within the National Garden.

• Bus

  If you prefer to take the bus, head to a nearby bus stop and catch bus line 550 or 060. Both routes will take you to the vicinity of Syntagma Square (Σύνταγμα). Once you arrive at Syntagma, walk towards Leof. Vasilisis Amalias. The entrance to the National Garden is located directly across from the Greek Parliament. Enter the garden, and you will find the Sundial inside the park.

• On Foot

  If you are staying in the area around Syntagma Square or Monastiraki, you can easily walk to the Sundial. From Syntagma Square, walk towards Leof. Vasilisis Amalias, which is right in front of the Greek Parliament. Enter the National Garden from the entrance across the street. As you walk through the garden, follow the pathways until you reach the Sundial, which is situated towards the center of the garden.