About Athens
Athens is the capital of Greece, home to around 664,046 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Athens
1
Acropolis of Athens
2
Propylaea
3
Parthenon
4
Erectheion
5
Theatre of Dionysus
6
Odeon of Herodes Atticus
7
Acropolis Museum
8
Pnyx
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Acropolis of Athens
- Visit Propylaea
- Visit Parthenon
- Eat at Σουβλάκι Κώστας 1950 συνταγμα (Kostas)
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Erectheion
- Visit Theatre of Dionysus
- Visit Odeon of Herodes Atticus
- Eat at The 2 Brothers
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Acropolis Museum
- Visit Pnyx
- Visit National Gardens
- Eat at Vegan Beat Athens
Where to eat
Σουβλάκι Κώστας 1950 συνταγμα (Kostas)
The 2 Brothers
Vegan Beat Athens
The Traditional
Krasopoulio tou Kokkora
Aspro Alogo
Atlantikos
Kafeneio Ivis
Where to stay
- Dionissotis Camping
- Athens Backpackers
- Athens Psiri Hotel
- Safestay Athens Monastiraki
- Hotel Dioskouros Athens
Shopping
- Laiki
- The Mall Athens
- Golden Hall
- Athens Metro Mall
Nightlife
- Balux
- Taximi
- Rebetiki Istoria
- Showroom
- Ydria
- Costa
Museums & culture
- Acropolis Museum
In pictures
Athens gallery
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