1. Sightseeing
This is a truly magnificent city, worth visiting. Don’t miss the opportunity to stroll around the glorious remnants of the past and imagine how life would be back in the antiquity.
And in order to fully capture the magnitude of this city, we suggest you book a tour with a licensed tour guide. Check out our suggestions on Things to do in Athens.
2. Visit the Athens Riviera
The wonderful southern coastline of Athens called the “The Athens Riviera” offers breathtaking views and stretches out all the way down from Faliro-Flisvos with Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon marking its southernmost point.
Some of the most glamorous and cosmopolitan suburbs of Athens are situated here such as Glyfada, Voula, Varkiza and Vouliagmeni. This is a favorite destination for the Athenians, especially during the summer. Here you will find numerous cafes and restaurants, bars and summer mega-nightclubs as well as modern shopping malls and department stores.
3. Swim
All along the coastline, you can find numerous beaches; free or private, beaches with blue flags, isolated or crowded; the choices are endless. Take the tram or rent a car and explore the beautiful Attica beaches.
4. Do some Shopping
All along the coastline, you can find numerous beaches; free or private, beaches with blue flags, isolated or crowded; the choices are endless. Take the tram or rent a car and explore the beautiful Attica beaches.
5. Taste the Greek Food
The Greek cuisine is characterized as one of the healthiest worldwide. There are succulent dishes for meat lovers, vegetarian dishes bursting with color and flavor, spicy dishes, salty dishes, baked fish, fried fish, stewed fish, grilled seafood, steamed seafood, seafood saganaki (in a small pan with cheese or tomato sauce) an endless variety of breads and cakes, dips, sauces, salads, tangy cheeses and decadent – delightful sweets.
There are plenty of restaurants in Athens offering a variety of Greek dishes. Pick the one that appeals to you the most and enjoy a scrumptious meal.
And if you want to really discover the greek gastronomy take a food tour or a cooking lesson.
6. Pamper yourself
All the sightseeing and city strolling will leave you exhausted! So go on and pamper yourself while you are in Athens. You deserve it!
7. Enjoy Athens by Night
When it comes to entertainment it might be a cliché, but it is true: Greeks do it better and that is why Athens by night is b e a u t i f u l!
Start your night by watching the sunset somewhere iconic, like the Acropolis or the Temple of Poseidon or by the sea! Then move to one of the countless bars, clubs, taverns or restaurants mingle with the locals and feel the real pulse of the city!
Whatever you decide to do, we’re sure you are going to enjoy our city!
Welcome to Athens!
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