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Athens Travel Guide

Athens is a city that gets its name from the Greek goddess of wisdom - Athena. It is the birthplace of European civilization. Despite thousands of years of wear and tear from wind and snow, it still exudes a unique charm. When you go to Athens, you will have the opportunity to see great ancient temples and exciting marketplaces. The grandiose achievements of the centuries enshroud the city at every turn. Athens is surrounded on three sides by mountains. The last side faces the Aegean Sea. The city is built around the Acropolis. Even though the Acropolis has already endured 2,000 years of wind and rain, warfare and modernization, people are still shocked by the remaining, albeit damaged, temples. Take a stroll through historic Pláka and choose one of the many restaurants to indulge in some mouthwatering Greek cuisine.
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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 of Athens

Acropolis of Athens

9.4
4.7/5906 Review
"Military Sites"
"Historical Sites"
Parthenon

Parthenon

7.7
4.7/5380 Review
"UNESCO World Heritage - Cultural Sites"
"Historical Sites"
Acropolis Museum

Acropolis Museum

7.7
4.6/5210 Review
"Museums"
"Buildings by Famous Architects"
National Archaeological Museum

National Archaeological Museum

7.0
4.6/599 Review
"Museums"
Syntagma Square

Syntagma Square

6.8
4.5/5275 Review
"Squares"
Plaka

Plaka

6.5
4.5/5149 Review
"Featured Neighborhoods"
Temple of Olympian Zeus

Temple of Olympian Zeus

6.5
4.6/5208 Review
"Popular Spots"
"Historical Sites"
Panathenaic Stadium

Panathenaic Stadium

5.4
4.4/588 Review
"Historical Architectures"
"Stadiums"
Mount Lycabettus

Mount Lycabettus

5.8
4.5/590 Review
"Mountains"
Theatre of Dionysus

Theatre of Dionysus

5.7
4.4/557 Review
"Historical Sites"

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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Niche Hotel Athens

Niche Hotel Athens

4.6/5110 Review
President Hotel

President Hotel

4.2/545 Review
Fos DownTown Suites

Fos DownTown Suites

4.4/520 Review
Electra Metropolis

Electra Metropolis

4.7/541 Review
NJV Athens Plaza

NJV Athens Plaza

4.3/546 Review
Noma Hotel

Noma Hotel

4.0/547 Review
Perianth Hotel

Perianth Hotel

4.6/5105 Review
Diethnes Hotel

Diethnes Hotel

3.3/513 Review
Athenian Foss

Athenian Foss

4.5/5100 Review
Ciel Living Athens

Ciel Living Athens

4.2/575 Review

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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O Thanasis

O Thanasis

4.8/555 Review
Average price per person: USD20
"Fast Food"
"Famous Restaurants"
Ta Karamanlidika tou Fani

Ta Karamanlidika tou Fani

4.8/514 Review
Average price per person: USD20
"Middle Eastern Cuisine"
"Famous Restaurants"
Alexander The Great

Alexander The Great

4.7/512 Review
Average price per person: USD38
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Tudor Hall

Tudor Hall

4.3/54 Review
Average price per person: USD73
"Bars/Bistros"
"Open Late"
The Old Tavern of Psarras

The Old Tavern of Psarras

5.0/51 Review
Average price per person: USD53
"Western-style"
"Famous Restaurants"
2 Mazi Restaurant

2 Mazi Restaurant

4.0/51 Review
Average price per person: USD70
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Psaras

Psaras

4.9/513 Review
Average price per person: USD33
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Hytra Restaurant & Bar

Hytra Restaurant & Bar

4.5/531 Review
Average price per person: USD80
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Stani

Stani

1 Review
Average price per person: USD6
"Bakeries"
"Famous Restaurants"
Lukumades

Lukumades

4.3/53 Review
Average price per person: USD11
"Bakeries"
"Open Late"
Lithos Tavern

Lithos Tavern

4.9/510 Review
Average price per person: USD36
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
SCALA VINOTECA

SCALA VINOTECA

3.0/51 Review
Average price per person: USD61
"Western-style"
"Open Late"

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