For the most breathtaking panoramic views across Athens, you have to make your way to the top of Mount Lycabettus. You can choose a steady 30- to 60-minute hike up the winding, pine-scented paths to the summit. If you're short on time or prefer to save your energy for the sights, a funicular will whisk you to the top in just a few minutes. Once there, you'll find the charming white-washed Chapel of St. George and an unforgettable perspective of the Acropolis, the sprawling city, and the shimmering Aegean Sea beyond.