Guidebook for Athina
Sightseeing
I recommend the Museum not only for the historic collection but also for the panoramic views of the Acropolis and the public terrace commanding a breathtaking view of the historic hills of Athens.
2190 locals recommend
Acropolis Museum
15 Dionysiou AreopagitouI recommend the Museum not only for the historic collection but also for the panoramic views of the Acropolis and the public terrace commanding a breathtaking view of the historic hills of Athens.
One of the most beautiful and least visited of the archaeological sites in downtown Athens is Kerameikos, the ancient cemetery of Athens. Definitely a must!
194 locals recommend
Keramikos
One of the most beautiful and least visited of the archaeological sites in downtown Athens is Kerameikos, the ancient cemetery of Athens. Definitely a must!
Herodion is situated under Acropolis with entrance from the pedestrian street of Dionysius Areopagite. As part of the Athens Festival every summer there are several performances at the Herodion.
442 locals recommend
Odeon of Herodes Atticus
Dionysiou AreopagitouHerodion is situated under Acropolis with entrance from the pedestrian street of Dionysius Areopagite. As part of the Athens Festival every summer there are several performances at the Herodion.
The Philopappos Monument is an ancient Greek mausoleum and monument dedicated to Gaius Julius Antiochus Epiphanes Philopappos. It is located on Mouseion Hill in Athens, Greece, southwest of Acropolis.
129 locals recommend
Philopappos Monument
The Philopappos Monument is an ancient Greek mausoleum and monument dedicated to Gaius Julius Antiochus Epiphanes Philopappos. It is located on Mouseion Hill in Athens, Greece, southwest of Acropolis.
The Agora was the heart of ancient Athens, the focus of political, commercial, administrative and social activity, the religious and cultural centre, and the seat of justice.
581 locals recommend
Ancient Agora of Athens
24 AdrianouThe Agora was the heart of ancient Athens, the focus of political, commercial, administrative and social activity, the religious and cultural centre, and the seat of justice.
Acropolis of Athens
UNESCO calls it the symbol of World Heritage.
Also known as the Olympieion or Columns of the Olympian Zeus, is a colossal ruined temple in the center of the Greek capital Athens that was dedicated to Zeus, king of the Olympian gods.
731 locals recommend
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Also known as the Olympieion or Columns of the Olympian Zeus, is a colossal ruined temple in the center of the Greek capital Athens that was dedicated to Zeus, king of the Olympian gods.
The Zappeion was used during the 1896 Summer Olympics as the main fencing hall. A decade later, at the 1906 Intercalated Games, it was used as the Olympic Village.
164 locals recommend
Zappeion Hall
Leoforos Vasilissis OlgasThe Zappeion was used during the 1896 Summer Olympics as the main fencing hall. A decade later, at the 1906 Intercalated Games, it was used as the Olympic Village.
The Hellenic Parliament is the Parliament of Greece, located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square in Athens.
242 locals recommend
Hellenic Parliament
2 ΒουλήςThe Hellenic Parliament is the Parliament of Greece, located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square in Athens.
The Pnyx was the official meeting place of the Athenian democratic assembly.It looks down on the ancient Agora, which was the commercial and social centre of the city. Just 5min walk from the flat.
131 locals recommend
Pnyx
The Pnyx was the official meeting place of the Athenian democratic assembly.It looks down on the ancient Agora, which was the commercial and social centre of the city. Just 5min walk from the flat.
Food Scene
My favorite neighborhood in Athens, in the shadow of the Acropolis, the Plaka is like a village within the city, an island for those who don't have the time to visit the Greek Islands.
1300 locals recommend
Plaka
24 MnisikleousMy favorite neighborhood in Athens, in the shadow of the Acropolis, the Plaka is like a village within the city, an island for those who don't have the time to visit the Greek Islands.
The central Athens neighbourhood of Thiseio is full of cafes, bars and nightlife. It's within easy walking distance of the Plaka and Monastiraki.
533 locals recommend
Thiseio
The central Athens neighbourhood of Thiseio is full of cafes, bars and nightlife. It's within easy walking distance of the Plaka and Monastiraki.
A great area full of modern-traditional greek restaurants and bars just a 3min walk from the flat.
20 locals recommend
Ano Petralona
A great area full of modern-traditional greek restaurants and bars just a 3min walk from the flat.
High quality cuisine under the spectacular view of the Acropolis.
http://www.dionysoszonars.gr/eng/home
70 locals recommend
Dionysos Zonar's
43 Rovertou GalliHigh quality cuisine under the spectacular view of the Acropolis.
http://www.dionysoszonars.gr/eng/home
One of the best places to eat at affordable prices (20-25 euros per person incl. drinks)! You need to make a reservation to avoid disappointment! Tel: 210 9218180
127 locals recommend
Mani Mani
10 FalirouOne of the best places to eat at affordable prices (20-25 euros per person incl. drinks)! You need to make a reservation to avoid disappointment! Tel: 210 9218180
Great restaurant where you can taste greek traditional recipes at affordable prices (15-20 euros per person). 5min walk from our flat!
34 locals recommend
Κάππαρη
36 DorieonGreat restaurant where you can taste greek traditional recipes at affordable prices (15-20 euros per person). 5min walk from our flat!
Arts & Culture
When being in Athens you shouldn't miss the open air cinema experience! Just a 10 min walk from our flat!
http://travel.cnn.com/explorations/escape/worlds-10-coolest-movie-theaters-355218
145 locals recommend
Open Air Cinema THISION
7 Apostolou PavlouWhen being in Athens you shouldn't miss the open air cinema experience! Just a 10 min walk from our flat!
http://travel.cnn.com/explorations/escape/worlds-10-coolest-movie-theaters-355218
Cine Paris
22 KidathineonOpen air cinema with a view of the Acropolis!
Shopping
Monastiraki is a flea market neighborhood in the old town of Athens, Greece, and is one of the principal shopping districts
61 locals recommend
Coffee Island
84 ErmouMonastiraki is a flea market neighborhood in the old town of Athens, Greece, and is one of the principal shopping districts
Ermou Street is a one and a half kilometer-long road in central Athens, Greece, connecting Kerameikos archaeological site with the Syntagma Square through Monastiraki, Psiri and Thiseio.
838 locals recommend
Ermou
ErmouErmou Street is a one and a half kilometer-long road in central Athens, Greece, connecting Kerameikos archaeological site with the Syntagma Square through Monastiraki, Psiri and Thiseio.
Kolonaki is a wealthy and upmarket district. As one of the capital's leading shopping areas, it includes a number of high-end boutiques from young adult to casual fashion to prestigious haute couture.
Kolonaki
Kolonaki is a wealthy and upmarket district. As one of the capital's leading shopping areas, it includes a number of high-end boutiques from young adult to casual fashion to prestigious haute couture.
Drinks & Nightlife
Gazarte has one of the most interesting terraces in Athens. At the center of Gazi, only a breath away from Kerameikos metro station, the green terrace dominates among the area's industrial buildings
132 locals recommend
GAZARTE
34 VoutadonGazarte has one of the most interesting terraces in Athens. At the center of Gazi, only a breath away from Kerameikos metro station, the green terrace dominates among the area's industrial buildings