Travel guide

Athens

Ancient Acropolis and souvlaki

🗓️ Best time: April–June, September–October💰 Budget · ~$70/day📍 Greece

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About Athens

Cradle of democracy — the Parthenon towers over a messy, lovable city with excellent food, cheap prices, and a growing cocktail scene.

⭐ Things to do in Athens

Acropolis and ParthenonAcropolis MuseumPlaka neighborhoodLycabettus Hill sunsetAncient AgoraAnafiotika island-feel quarterCentral MarketPnyx Hill sunset

🍽️ What to eat in Athens

Signature local dishes worth seeking out.

SouvlakiGyrosMoussakaGreek salad

✈️ Know before you go

🚕 Getting around

Metro is clean and cheap; walkable center.

💡 Local tip

Buy the Acropolis combo ticket — covers 7 sites for €30.

🛡️ Safety

Safe in center; watch for pickpockets on metro.

🌙 Nightlife

Gazi for clubs, Psiri for bars, Kolonaki for upscale.