Athens doesn't feel like a museum; it’s a city where ancient stones are still part of the pavement you walk on. You’ll find yourself stepping over Roman mosaics to grab a €3 koulouri from a cart in Psyrri, then turning a corner into a narrow street lined with 19th-century neoclassical buildings plas...
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10- Visit the Acropolis$20-$20
The ancient citadel sits on a rocky outcrop above the city. Get there early to beat the crowds and the heat.
Find on Viator → - Explore the Parthenon$0-$0
The 2,500-year-old temple to Athena. Included with Acropolis ticket.
Find on Viator → - Walk through Plaka District$0-$0
The oldest neighborhood in Athens with narrow streets, neoclassical houses, and small shops.
Find on Viator → - Try Souvlaki at Thanasis$5-$12
Iconic souvlaki spot in Monastiraki Square. Cash only, expect a queue at lunch.
Find on Viator → - Rooftop Drinks at A for Athens$10-$25
Cocktail bar with direct Acropolis views from the rooftop terrace. Best at sunset.
Find on Viator → - National Archaeological Museum$12-$12
One of the greatest antiquities museums in the world. Plan 2-3 hours minimum.
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Where to stay
4Where to eat
9- Thanasis$5-$10/ppGreek/Souvlaki · MonastirakiReserve →
- To Kafeneio$4-$8/ppGreek/Cafe · PsyrriReserve →
- Mavro Provato$25-$40/ppModern Greek · PangratiReserve →
- Karamanlidika$12-$20/ppDeli/Meze · Athens Central MarketReserve →
- The Underdog$10-$16/ppBrunch/Western · SyntagmaReserve →
- Hytra$50-$90/ppFine Dining · Onassis Cultural CenterReserve →
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