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Current Date And Time In Athens, Greece

Thursday, 13 August 2026
01:44:13 EEST
State: Attica
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 664,046
District: Nomarchía Athínas

🗺 Map of Athens, Attica, Greece – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Athens, a city in Attica, Greece, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Athens — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Athens.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Greece operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Athens, Attica

📍 LATITUDE
37.984°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
23.728°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)37.9838° N23.7278° E
Signed Decimal Degrees37.983823.7278
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)37° 59' 2" N23° 43' 40" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)37° 59.0256' N23° 43.6704' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Athens Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:37 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:22 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 45m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:29 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Athens’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Athens’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,228 km
(2,627 mi) • Athens is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
2,082 km
(1,294 mi) • Athens is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
37.984° S, 156.272° W
The point exactly opposite Athens through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Athens, you'd surface nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, about 1,751 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Athens

📍 Location Details

CityAthens
StateAttica (Περιφέρεια Αττικής)
CountryGreece
ContinentEurope
DistrictNomarchía Athínas
Time Zone+02:00
Founded-7000-01-01

📈 Area & Population

Population664,046
Area (km²)39.00 km²
Area (mi²)15.06 mi²
Pop. Density17,026.82 /km²
Elevation70 m / 230 ft
GPS (DD)37.9838, 23.7278

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Athens

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Attica
Parent Country: Greece

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 664,046
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 165 most populous in Attica
🏠 Share of Attica Population: 17.248%
📏 Built-Up Area: 39.00 km²
👥 Population Density: 17,027 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Athens to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Attica.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KolonakiAtticaSE1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
KipséliAtticaN2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
VýronasAtticaSE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
TávrosAtticaSW4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
ZográfosAtticaE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
DhafníAtticaS4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Attica

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Attica, the home state of Athens, along with each city's aerial distance from Athens, Attica's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Piraeus37.942° N23.6462° E29 m9 km🗺 View Map
Peristéri38.0154° N23.6919° E66 m5 km🗺 View Map
Kallithéa37.95° N23.7° E28 m4 km🗺 View Map
Acharnés38.0833° N23.7333° E171 m11 km🗺 View Map
Níkaia37.9667° N23.65° E30 m7 km🗺 View Map
Glyfáda37.8629° N23.758° E24 m14 km🗺 View Map
Ílion38.0333° N23.7° E90 m6 km🗺 View Map
Ilioúpoli37.9315° N23.7678° E308 m7 km🗺 View Map
Keratsíni37.9625° N23.6197° E40 m10 km🗺 View Map
Khalándrion38.0237° N23.8007° E194 m8 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
IATA: ATH
20 km (12 mi) from Athens
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🌍 Athens Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Athens Matter

The exact GPS location of Athens gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Attica. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Attica state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Athens Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Athens are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Athens

The satellite view of Athens lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Greece map

🌎 Regional Position of Athens in Attica

Athens sits within Attica, Greece, in the Europe region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Athens Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Athens for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Attica. › Browse every city in Attica

💻 Using Athens Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Athens in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Greece. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Athens Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Athens directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Athens. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Attica CitiesAccess the full city directory for Attica ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Athens Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Athens?

The GPS coordinates of Athens are latitude 37.9838° and longitude 23.7278°. In directional format: 37.9838° N, 23.7278° E. These coordinates mark the center of Athens in Attica and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Athens located?

Athens is a city in Attica, Greece, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Nomarchía Athínas. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Athens?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Athens sits at: Latitude 37° 59' 2" N and Longitude 23° 43' 40" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Athens?

Athens has a population of approximately 664,046 people. This is roughly 17.248% of Attica's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Attica.

🗺 How can I view Athens on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Athens is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 37.9838, 23.7278 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Athens in Attica. For broader context, explore the Attica state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Athens?

The nearest airport to Athens is Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), roughly 20 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Athens?

Athens sits at an elevation of approximately 70 meters (230 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Attica.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Athens?

The closest cities to Athens include Kolonaki, Kipséli, Výronas. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Athens today?

Today in Athens, sunrise is at 06:37 AM and sunset is at 08:22 PM, giving a day length of 13h 45m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Athens's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Athens from the Equator?

Athens is approximately 4,228 km (2,627 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 2,082 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Athens?

The antipodal point of Athens — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, roughly 1,751 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.