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Athens

Athens is the ideal destination for a City Break. Each neighborhood in Athens has its own character. Explore the cafes, the shops, taste the local cuisine & wines, explore the vibrant nightlife, visit the landmarks of the ancient Greek civilization.

The most famous neighborhoods in the historic part of Athens are Plaka, Monastiraki, Acropolis/Koukaki, definitely a top attraction for visitors. Its picturesque streets, the flee market, the historic landmarks and lively shops make it must-see.

Don’t miss Brettos, something between a dive bar, distillery and wine bar, Brettos has been in Plaka since 1909. Go traditional at Platanos Taverna and taste tzatziki, a Greek salad, the stuffed tomatoes “gemista”, a moussaka and ask for the house “retsina” Greek wine. Go to Bairaktaris in Syntagma or Monastiraki to taste the best Souvlaki in town.

After visiting the Acropolis Hill & The Parthenon, the Acropolis Museum, take a walk at the pedestrian walkway linking the city’s ancient monuments in the historic neighborhood of Acropolis/Koukaki. During summer season, don’t miss a concert night at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus with Athens Epidaurus Festival

Go local at Syntagma and Kolonaki, the business center of Athens, with plenty of small shops, boutiques & brands, restaurants, bars and art galleries. Make a stop at Athenee in Syntagma for coffee, lunch/dinner. The Alfiere Café Italian Bar in Kolonaki is perfect for a quick bite combined with a fine selection of prosecco & wines.

Spend a day at the beach in the south part of Athens (Athens Riviera) and combine it with visit to the Temple of Poseidon in Cape Sounion. Finish your day in Vouliagmeni and experience a magical sunset dinner at Ithaki seafood restaurant.

Useful links:

Tickets for Archaeological sites &Monuments: https://hhticket.gr/tap_b2c_new/english/tap.exe?PM=P1N

Athens Epidaurus Festival:  https://aefestival.gr/venues/odeon-of-herodes-atticus/?lang=en

National Gallery: https://www.nationalgallery.gr/en/

Official Visitors’ guide to the City of Athens: https://www.thisisathens.org

Megaron The Athens Concert Hall: https://www.megaron.gr/en/

Greek National Opera: https://www.nationalopera.gr/en/

National Museum of Contemporary Art Athens (EMST): https://www.emst.gr/en/visit

Museum of Cycladic Art: https://cycladic.gr/en

Benaki Museum: https://www.benaki.org/index.php?lang=en

National Archaeological Museum: https://www.namuseum.gr/en/

Byzantine & Christian Museum: https://www.byzantinemuseum.gr/en/