Practical Information
Updated: Jan 6, 2026Visit Duration
Minimum0.5 hours
Recommended1 hours
Maximum1.5 hours
Entrance Fee
FreeFree square 24/7. Guard change every hour, 11:00 Sun ceremonial. Greek Parliament. Syntagma metro - antiquities museum
Crowd Level
High — many peopleHow to Get There
Metro: Syntagma (Lines 2, 3) - exit directly to square. Central location, walking distance to Plaka, Acropolis, shopping districts.
Facilities & Services
restaurants
restrooms
Working Hours
Updated: Jan 6, 2026Monday24 hours
Tuesday24 hours
Wednesday24 hours
Thursday24 hours
Friday24 hours
Saturday24 hours
Sunday24 hours
Note
Open square 24/7. Changing of the Guard at Tomb of Unknown Soldier every hour. MAIN ceremony Sunday at 11:00 AM - ceremonial uniforms, military band, 30 minutes. Syntagma Metro station directly below. Free.
Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Fully accessible
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faq.subtitle Syntagma Square
Evzones are elite ceremonial guards from the Presidential Guard. Their uniform includes the fustanella with 400 pleats (one for each year of Ottoman rule), 3kg leather shoes, and pompoms said to hide weapons.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Syntagma Square
Visit early morning to avoid crowds and heat. Wear comfortable shoes for extensive walking. Photography allowed without tripod. Guided tours available in multiple languages.
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