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Hellenic Parliament (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Hellenic Parliament?

63%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 63% Kids-Friendly: School-age children enjoy the colourful Evzones and Sunday parade, and guides adapt civic lessons; but interior access needs prior booking and there are no play areas or kid-oriented exhibits.

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Reviews4.4/ 5
(from 2,208 reviews)

Positives:

  • Free Entry: All tours, ceremonies and restrooms are complimentary.
  • Interactive for Kids: Guard ceremony and guided tour engage children with vivid uniforms and storytelling.

Challenges:

  • Booking Required for Tours: Interior tours fill up; book at least 15 days ahead by email.
  • Sun Exposure: Syntagma Square offers little shade during summer ceremonies.
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What is Hellenic Parliament?

  • A 19th-century neoclassical palace on Athens’s Syntagma Square that has served as the seat of the Hellenic Parliament since 1935
  • Designed by Bavarian architect Friedrich von Gärtner and completed in 1843, featuring a pastel-hued façade articulated by robust Doric columns and Victorian marble
  • Adjacent to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and guarded by the Evzones, symbolizing the building’s legislative authority and national remembrance

What is so special about Hellenic Parliament for with kids?

  1. Hourly guard ceremony fascinates kids with slow-motion drill.
  2. Free guided tours reveal the Assembly Hall and Greek history.
  3. Library visit offers quiet corners for a family break.
  4. Central location by Syntagma Square links to other child-friendly spots.

Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours

Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Allows time for guard ceremony, photo stops and a brief indoor visit without rushing young children.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Hellenic Parliament

Changing of the Guard:

Watch the Evzones march at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on the hour.

Tip: Arrive 15 minutes early for front-row viewing and shade.

Guided Parliament Tour:

See the historic Assembly Hall and learn how laws are made.

Tip: Email visits@parliament.gr at least 15 days before to reserve spots for your family.

Main Parliament Library:

Browse historic reading rooms and Greek publications.

Tip: Use library time as a quiet break if kids need downtime.

Façade Photo Stop:

Admire the Doric columns and pastel marble exterior.

Tip: Capture photos from Constitution Square for the best angle.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Hellenic Parliament

  1. Book Early: Reserve your guided-tour slots via visits@parliament.gr well before arrival.
  2. Combine Nearby: Pair your visit with a stroll in the National Garden just behind the Parliament.
  3. Use Public Transport: Take the metro to Syntagma for an easy, family-friendly arrival.
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Reviews of Hellenic Parliament

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Norm P.

Norm P.

Nov 2025

Very good - it is located behind the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and is guarded by the Evzones, an elite ceremonial unit of the Greek Presidential Guard. The soldiers wear traditional uniforms dating back to the Greek War of Independence - and there is a ‘changing of the guards’ every hour. .

Evie

Evie

Sep 2025

I don’t know about parliament itself, but the visit is to come see the changing of the guard which happens every hour. In saying that, come about 10 mins before as they start before then. If you also go down the side there’s more going on as well outside the presidential house. Very special to see.

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A

Sep 2025

In front of the Parliament stands the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, guarded by the Evzones, an elite ceremonial unit of the Greek Presidential Guard. The soldiers wear traditional uniforms dating back to the Greek War of Independence (1821), including the fustanella (a pleated white kilt with 400 pleats symbolizing the years of Ottoman occupation), pom-pom shoes called tsarouchia, and a fez with a ...

Rahmah Ramli

Rahmah Ramli

Jul 2025

The Hellenic Parliament building is an ochre-coloured neo classical building, which overlooks the Syntagma Square in Athens. The building houses Greece's legislative body. It is where the modern Greek state began. Every day, there is a 1hr long guided tour free of charge. It offers visitors the opportunity to discover the Assembly Hall, as well as to learn about Modern Greek history, the form of g...

W. B.

W. B.

Jul 2025

A must-see while in Athens! The Hellenic Parliament building is impressive, rich in history, and located right at Syntagma Square. Don’t

When is the best time to visit Hellenic Parliament (Athens, Greece)?

In summer, go early to avoid midday heat, bring hats and water. In winter, midday guard ceremonies are cooler and less crowded.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Metro round-trip (2 adults + 2 children)EUR 7.2
Snacks and drinks nearbyEUR 12
Total EstimatedEUR 19.2

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Hellenic Parliament

Address: Μέγαρο, Βουλής, Αθήνα 100 21, Greece

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About Hellenic Parliament

Website

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Phone Number

+30 21 0370 7000

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