Experts' Choice Award Arch of Hadrian
What the experts agree on
This ornate Roman triumphal arch, built by Emperor Hadrian around 131 AD, features elaborate Corinthian columns and marked the boundary between Athens's Greek and new Roman districts. It's now one of the city's most iconic landmarks.
Fodor's "One of the most important Roman monuments surviving in Athens, Hadrian's Arch has become, for many, one of the city's most iconic landmarks." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Hadrian erected it in AD 132, probably to commemorate the consecration of the Temple of Olympian Zeus." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Hadrian's gate (from 131 A.D.) separated the Greek town from Hadrian's new Roman town." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"A great admirer of Athens and its culture, Hadrian contributed to embellishing the city with numerous buildings." Full review
Frommer's "The Roman emperor Hadrian built a number of monuments in Athens, including this enormous triumphal arch with its robust, highly ornamental Corinthian columns" Full review
