Syntagma Square: The Heart of Athens

Getting There

• Public Transport

  Syntagma Square is easily accessible via the Athens Metro. Take Line 2 (Red Line) or Line 3 (Blue Line) to the 'Syntagma' station, which is located directly beneath the square. A single metro ticket costs €1.20 and is valid for 90 minutes. If arriving from Athens International Airport, you can take Metro Line 3 (Blue Line) directly to Syntagma Square. A one-way ticket from the airport costs €9.

• Bus

  Many bus lines serve Syntagma Square. Check local bus schedules for the most convenient route. The X95 express bus connects Athens International Airport directly to Syntagma Square. The bus fare is €5.50 from the airport , and €1.20 for regular routes.

• Taxi

  Taxis are readily available throughout Athens and can take you directly to Syntagma Square. A taxi from most areas in central Athens should cost between €5 and €15, depending on distance and traffic. From the Athens Airport, a taxi to Syntagma Square will cost approximately €40 during the day.

• Walking

  Syntagma Square is centrally located and within walking distance of many major attractions in Athens. From Omonoia Square, it's approximately a 15-minute walk. From Monastiraki Square, it's about a 10-15 minute walk. Follow signs towards the Hellenic Parliament.

• Car

  If driving, navigate to 'Pl. Sintagmatos, Athina 105 63'. Parking in the immediate area is limited. Several parking garages are available nearby, including Syntagma Square Underground Parking and Metropark Athens. Expect to pay around €1.80 per hour for street parking or €2-€3 per hour in a parking garage. Some garages offer overnight rates.