Okay, so I wanted to check out Panathinaikos FC’s stadium, Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium. It’s supposed to be this really historic, old-school ground, and I was curious.
First, I looked up some basic information about the stadium. It’s actually the oldest football stadium in Greece, which is pretty cool! It’s not some massive, modern arena, but it’s got a ton of character.
Getting There
Next, I had to find out how the heck to get there. I use public transit,so I opened google maps.
I punched in “Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium” and saw it was pretty central in Athens.
I found a few different ways to get there, depending on where I was starting from:
- Metro: Seemed like the easiest option. I could take the Green Line (Line 1) and get off at the Ampelokipoi station. From there, it looked like a short walk.
- Bus: There were a bunch of bus lines that stopped near the stadium, too. I saw numbers like 230, 813, and a few others. So, options!
I opted for the Metro because it felt simpler. Hopped on the Green Line, got off at Ampelokipoi, and sure enough, it was maybe a 10-minute walk to the stadium. Easy peasy.
Checking Out the Stadium
Now, I couldn’t actually go inside the stadium, because I searched the opening time, it didn’t have any events or tours.
But I could still walk around the outside and get a feel for it.
It definitely looked its age, but in a good way! You could see the history. It’s not some giant, sterile bowl; it’s got this intimate, almost neighborhood vibe. I could picture the fans being right on top of the action.
I walked around the perimeter, checking out the different entrances and the walls. There were some cool murals and graffiti related to Panathinaikos, which added to the atmosphere.I snapped some photos.
Final Thoughts
Even though I couldn’t get inside, I’m glad I went. It was cool to see such a historic stadium, and it gave me a better sense of the club’s roots and the passion of the fans. If I’m ever back in Athens when there’s a match or a tour, I’ll definitely try to go again and experience the inside.
