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What to do
Looking for things to do in Athens? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Acropolis Museum
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National Archaeological Museum
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Panathenaic Stadium
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Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Athens, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Athens dishes and foodie spots.
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Athens: FAQ
What's the most popular attractions in Athens?
Here are the best places to visit in Athens, including: Acropolis of Athens,The Parthenon,Temple of Olympian Zeus
How to get to Santorini from Athens?
After arriving in Athens, you can take a boat or plane to the Holy Island.
What is the most beautiful place in Athens?
Acropolis, museums under the Acropolis, food street near the Acropolis, the ruling ceremony of the Constitution Square, and some nearby ruins, etc.
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Popular Types of Attractions in Athens
Nature and wildlife | Beaches and shores | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | Historical attractions | Sightseeing tours | Boat tour | Night view | Cultural institutions | Museums | Themed exhibition halls | Exhibitions & events | Performances | Concerts | Outdoor activities | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Spa/massage
Popular Attractions in Athens
Agia Irini Church | Hellenic Motor Museum | Athens All Day Cruise - Alldaycruise.net | Hydraiki Athens One Day Cruise | Ancient Agora of Athens | Base of the Statue of Athena Promachos | DESTE Foundation for Contemporary Art | Holy Catholic Cathedral of Saint Denis the Areopagite | Athens City Museum | Zappeion Hall | School Life & Education Museum | Baraonda | Eureka Athens | Museum of Pontic Hellenism | Hellenic Children’s Museum (HCM) | Stelios Spinoulas Sightseeing in Athens | Church of St. Mary of Blachernae | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center | Blue Label Club | Virtual Room | Athens Baptist Church Voice of Truth | DELIRIUM ATHENS streetart gallery | Platia Agiou Timotheou | KEIV ATHENS | UPCI Athens (Crossroads) | Church Cathedral of St George Korydallos | Anemos Yachting | Church of St. Anthony of Keratsini - Amfiali | Athens Olympic Museum | Thoukididios Vivliothiki
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Popular Restaurants in Athens
Delta Restaurant | A for Athens | LIONDI Traditional Greek Restaurant | Ama Lachei | The Greco's Project | GB Roof Garden | Strofi Athenian Restaurant | Alexander The Great | Lithos Tavern | Fresko Yogurt Bar | Bairaktaris Central | ERGON House Athens | Kuzina Athens | Thanasis | Spondi Restaurant | Tzitzikas & Mermigkas(SYNTAGMA) | GH Attikos Restaurant | East Pearl Chinese restaurant | Stani | Hytra Restaurant & Bar | Le Greche | Nolan | Da Panda | Stani | Hytra Restaurant & Bar | Opos Palia | Fanis’ Karamanlidika | Solo Gelato gelateria | Rozalia | Ceci Hongkong Restaurant
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