The Old Olive Tree of Athens
Visit the Old Olive Tree in Athens, a living monument to the city's ancient mythology, enduring history, and cultural significance.
A symbol of Athens, this olive tree stands near the Acropolis, representing the gift of Athena and the city's enduring connection to ancient mythology and history.
A brief summary to Old Olive Tree
- Junction Athanasiou Diakou, Athanasiou Diakou, Athens, GR
Local tips
- Visit the Acropolis to see the olive tree and explore other ancient ruins.
- Take a walk around the surrounding area to enjoy the views of Athens.
- Bring a camera to capture the beauty of the olive tree and the Acropolis.
Getting There
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Walking
The Old Olive Tree is located near the Acropolis Museum. From the museum entrance, walk north along Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, then turn left onto Athanasiou Diakou Street. The tree is located near the junction. This is a short walk, approximately 5-10 minutes.
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Public Transport
Take the Athens Metro to the Acropolis station. From the station, walk north on Makrigianni Street, then turn left onto Athanasiou Diakou Street. The tree is located near the junction. A single metro ticket costs €1.20 and is valid for 90 minutes.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout Athens. Ask the driver to take you to the junction of Athanasiou Diakou Street near the Acropolis. A typical taxi fare from Syntagma Square to the Acropolis area is around €8-€20, but can vary depending on traffic and time of day. The base fare is €1.80, with a charge of €0.90/km during the day.
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