Parks & green · Thiseio

Hill of the Nymphs (National Observatory)

Photo: Sjaak Kempe from Groningen, The Netherlands · CC BY 2.0

A small pine-covered hill above Thiseio, between the Pnyx and Philopappos, occupied by the National Observatory of Athens founded in 1842 — the oldest research institution in modern Greece. The grounds are open on foot; the Thiseio Visitor Centre runs evening guided tours of the Geoastrophysics Museum and the historic telescopes, with English-language slots and a small charge. The 1902 Doridis dome has been closed for maintenance, with portable telescopes used instead.

Season

All year round

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