Guidebook of the basics
Tourist Attractions
Inhabited since 5,000 BC, the Acropolis (High City)(461-429 BC) is forever shrouded in the awe of knowing that it is the birthplace of our democracy and the home of giants in Western thought and philosophy. Amazing to think that Socrates, Plato and Pericles once stood on these grounds
1856 locals recommend
Acropolis of Athens
Inhabited since 5,000 BC, the Acropolis (High City)(461-429 BC) is forever shrouded in the awe of knowing that it is the birthplace of our democracy and the home of giants in Western thought and philosophy. Amazing to think that Socrates, Plato and Pericles once stood on these grounds
Modern, uptodate building on the foot of the Acropolis housing important ancient Greek statues and much more
2190 locals recommend
Acropolis Museum
15 Dionysiou AreopagitouModern, uptodate building on the foot of the Acropolis housing important ancient Greek statues and much more
The exhibits are well presented to illustrate the way people lived and what was important to them.
1277 locals recommend
National Archaeological Museum
44 28is OktovriouThe exhibits are well presented to illustrate the way people lived and what was important to them.
Great place to walk and eat and explore. Nestling around the foot of the Acropolis, it winds its way from the area of the new Acropolis Museum to the Ancient Agora and reveals treats and treasures in its many streets and alleyways. The section is touristy and bustling with activity.
1300 locals recommend
Plaka
24 MnisikleousGreat place to walk and eat and explore. Nestling around the foot of the Acropolis, it winds its way from the area of the new Acropolis Museum to the Ancient Agora and reveals treats and treasures in its many streets and alleyways. The section is touristy and bustling with activity.
Great views, nice place to see the sunset with a bottle of wine
682 locals recommend
Mount Lycabettus Viewing Area
Great views, nice place to see the sunset with a bottle of wine
Ancient Agora of Athens
24 AdrianouIt was the cradle of ancient Athens
Anafiotika
Enjoy a walk or drinkin the cafes
Great place to get out of the bustle of the city and make your way either up to Kolonaki square for a drink, to Sydagma or enjoy shopping on Ermou Street.
1171 locals recommend
National Garden
1 Leoforos Vasilisis AmaliasGreat place to get out of the bustle of the city and make your way either up to Kolonaki square for a drink, to Sydagma or enjoy shopping on Ermou Street.
Areopagus Hill
21 TheoriasGreat views and history here
Bars
Bios
84 PireosThe Clumsies
30 PraxitelousBaba Au Rum
6 KlitiouDrunk Sinatra
16 ThiseosMavili square
38 Dim. Soutsou