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Athens

Athens

Getting around Athens

Flights to Athens mainly land at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, one of Greece's main hubs. The airport is well-connected and offers several transport options to reach the city centre. The quickest way is to take the metro, which will take you directly into the heart of Athens. Alternatively, buses and taxis are available all day and night. Once in the city, getting around is easy thanks to the public transport network, which includes metro, trams and buses. However, if you’re looking to discover the characteristic alleys and hidden treasures of the historic centre, you can also get around on foot.

What to visit in Athens

Athens offers a plethora of must-see sights. Start your adventure with a visit to the Acropolis, where the Parthenon dominates the city from above, telling centuries of history. Continue to the Ancient Agora, the political and social heart of ancient Greece, and don't miss out on the Acropolis Museum, one of the most renowned museums in the world. Stroll through Plaka, Athens' oldest neighbourhood, and you'll be immersed in a picturesque atmosphere of cobbled alleys and craft shops. Athens' seafront promenade, stretching from Faliro to Glyfada, is perfect for a sunset stroll, with its well-equipped beaches and modern seafront bars. If you want to venture beyond the city, a day trip to the Temple of Poseidon, with its breathtaking view of the Aegean Sea, is an experience not to be missed.

Where to eat

The cuisine of Athens is a journey of authentic flavours and fresh ingredients. You cannot miss the souvlaki, which is one of the most popular street foods, or a moussaka prepared according to traditional recipes. At local taverns, you can enjoy gyros, accompanied by Greek salad with feta and olives. For those who enjoy fresh fish, Piraeus and the waterfront restaurants offer dishes, such as grilled octopus and fried squid. Complete your meal with a taste of baklava or loukoumades, honey sweets typical of Greece. Athens' gastronomic scene is a perfect balance of tradition and innovation, capable of satisfying every palate.

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