Pedion tou Areos is one of the largest parks in Athens, approximately 1 km from Omonia Square.

It is an area of ​​230 acres, being an important green lung amidst one of the most densely populated areas of Athens. Already from the time of King Otto, Pedion tou Areos was a place of recreation and amusement for the Athenians. But, in 1927 it is decided to be renovated, having as prototype the National Garden. The works that begun in 1934, aimed to shape a new park and honor the fighters of the Greek Revolution of 1821. So the visitor today, walking the main street of the park, can admire the busts of heroes who excelled in the Greek struggle against the Turks. Theodoros Kolokotronis, Georgios Karaiskakis, Nikitaras and others who gave their lives for a free, liberated Greece are honored here, reminding visitors the value of freedom.

In Pedion tou Areos you will also see more than 70 tree species and at least 65 species of shrubs. The park has playgrounds for all ages, while the sports facilities of the Panhellenic Gymnastics Club are also within its area. In the past theaters and bars ("Grove" "Alice," etc.) used to operated on its grounds, gathering crowds. Unfortunately, today there is none.

A stroll in Pedio tou Areos is a pleasant break and a little getaway from the hustle and bustle of the vast Athens city.