Acropolis of Athens Ακρόπολη Αθηνών
Athens, Greece UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient Greek archaeological site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It stands as one of the most looked-up sights in Greece. This site covers an area of 0.03 km2 and dates back to the 5th century BC.
Planning a visit
The site is best visited during the spring months of April and May or the autumn months of September and October, when temperatures are moderate, ranging from 20 °C to 29 °C. July and August are the hottest months, with daily highs reaching 33 °C. Rainfall is generally low throughout the year, though wetter conditions occur in the winter months of November, December, and January, which see between 63 mm and 69 mm of rain. The Acropolis is open Monday through Sunday from 08:00 to 20:00 and features wheelchair access.
To reach the site, travelers can fly into Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, located 20 km away. The Acropolis is situated just 1 km from the center of Athens, making it easily accessible from the city. Visitors can combine their trip with nearby landmarks, including the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, all of which are located within 0.2 km of the site.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 33 °C. The wettest is December, with about 69 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 12 | 13 | 16 | 20 | 26 | 31 | 33 | 33 | 29 | 23 | 17 | 13 |
| Average low, °C | 6 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 19 | 15 | 11 | 7 |
| Rainfall, mm | 53 | 41 | 47 | 32 | 18 | 8 | 9 | 6 | 16 | 36 | 63 | 69 |
| Rainy days | 11 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 9 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
