Athens

Athens

A classic capital city with a perfect blend of ancient history, vibrant neighborhoods, and modern culture

Athens (Αθήνα), the capital of Greece, is one of the oldest cities in the world with a fascinating history spanning over 3,400 years.

The city perfectly combines its glorious past with a vibrant present, with its most iconic symbol, the Acropolis, proudly standing above the modern city.

Visitors to Athens can marvel at impressive archaeological sites such as the Parthenon, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Ancient Agora, alongside vibrant neighborhoods like Plaka and Monastiraki.

The city offers a rich culinary experience with traditional restaurants (tavernas), bustling markets, and lively nightlife.

With sunshine almost all year round, a pleasant Mediterranean climate, and easy access to nearby islands, Athens is the perfect gateway to explore the beauty of Greece.

Hotels

Crystal Hotel Athens
Crystal Hotel
A Luxurious and Modern Hotel Located in the Athens Riviera
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Attractions

Acropolis

The Acropolis of Athens is an impressive ancient citadel situated on a high rock, containing famous Greek temples like the classical Parthenon and is an important UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Attica Zoological Park

Attica Zoological Park is the only zoo in Greece, located in Spata near Athens.
It houses more than 1,500 animals, hundreds of different species, and has the third-largest bird collection in the world.

Hellenic Motor Museum

The Hellenic Motor Museum in the heart of Athens spans 3,000 square meters and showcases over 300 rare and beautiful historic cars from the 19th and 20th centuries in the unique and impressive private collection of Theodore Charagionis.

Museum of Illusions

The Museum of Illusions in Athens is an educational-entertainment-interactive museum featuring over 60 optical illusions in 15 rooms across two floors, covering an area of 500 square meters, suitable for all ages.

Plaka

Plaka is the oldest historical neighborhood in Athens, located on the slopes of the Acropolis, with winding streets, neo-classical architecture, traditional shops, tavernas, and fascinating ancient archaeological sites that attract many tourists.

Syntagma Square

Syntagma Square is the most central and important square in Athens. Located in front of the Greek Parliament building, it hosts the hourly changing of the guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Culinary Recommendations

Huaca Nikkei Resto Bar

Huaca Nikkei Resto Bar in the Mets neighborhood offers modern Peruvian-Japanese cuisine called Nikkei, combining Peruvian tradition with Japanese techniques in a high-quality and sophisticated menu in a unique and stunning ethnic atmosphere.

Klimataria

Klimataria is a traditional Greek taverna operating since 1927 in the center of Athens, offering authentic Greek cuisine with live music, barrel wine, wood-fired oven pastries, and a unique traditional atmosphere.

WooWoo Garden

WooWoo Garden is an Asian bar-restaurant in the Kolonaki neighborhood, offering Asian fusion cuisine with live music, unique cocktails, and stunning interior design combining elements of Asia’s wild nature.