Lycabettus Hill rises in the northeast of central Athens, a little north of the Acropolis. It is the highest point in the city center, and its slopes are covered with pine, cypress and eucalyptus. The stone was once quarried, and several neoclassical buildings in Athens were built from it.

A visit is simple. You can climb the steep path on foot, or ride the funicular from Aristippou Street in Kolonaki and walk back down. The top has a wide view of the city, the Acropolis and Piraeus, and the hill is often called one of the most romantic places in Athens. On the way down, Dexameni Square has cafés and restaurants.

• Ride the funicular up and walk down the path, or walk both ways if you have the time.
• Aegina is visible only on clear days, so check the weather before you go.
• Dexameni Square, near the foot of the hill, has cafés and restaurants for the end of the walk down.