Sightseeing in Athens - what to see. Complete travel guide

Travellers, who plan to visit Athens with kids, can be sure they will find great places and entertainment perfect for a family vacation. Both children and adults will enjoy a visit to the …
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In addition to large number of Greek cuisine restaurants, Athens is truly rich in dining facilities featuring original gastronomy, as well as luxury restaurants and cafes. Cheese, light red …
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The local residents are distinguished by such character traits as sentiment and nervousness at the same time. In critical or responsive situations they can show tolerance and resolve any …
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Athens is so rich in various attractions that choosing the most interesting among them is not so simple. You should definitely visit Tower of the Winds, which was built approximately two …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Athens and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Athens
♥ Shopping area ' Ermou Street' Athens, 1.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Voukourestiou Street' Athens, 1.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Kassaveti Street' Athens, 2.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Ermou Street' Athens, 1.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Shopping area ' Voukourestiou Street' Athens, 1.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Shopping area ' Kassaveti Street' Athens, 2.4 km from the center. On the map


Survived castles around Athens
♥ Castle 'Markellos Tower' Aegina, 37.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Chalkis' Chalkis, 54.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Acrocorinth' Corinth, 76.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Markellos Tower' Aegina, 37.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Castle of Chalkis' Chalkis, 54.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Acrocorinth' Corinth, 76.1 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around Athens
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Schinia Marathona' , 32.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Schinia Marathona' , 32.3 km from the center. On the map


Art galleries in Athens and around
♥ Art museum 'Vorres Museum' Athens, 0.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'National Archaeological Museum of Athens' Athens, 0.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Benaki Museum' Athens, 1.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Museum of Cycladic Art' Athens, 1.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'New Acropolis Museum' Athens, 2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Vorres Museum' Athens, 0.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'National Archaeological Museum of Athens' Athens, 0.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Benaki Museum' Athens, 1.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Museum of Cycladic Art' Athens, 1.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'New Acropolis Museum' Athens, 2 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Athens from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Thebes
From the series “The Oldest Inhabited Cities on the Planet”
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Distance from Athens center - 67.6 km.
During the tour, guests of the city will hear interesting legends about the birth of Dionysus and Heracles, about the exploits of the legendary king Cadmium and bloody battles that has being devastated the thriving city for thousands of years. Developed tourist infrastructure of the city will be a nice addition to stay, as modern Thebes offers its guests a lot of attractive hotels, magnificent local restaurants and lots of amazing places to relax. …
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Corinth Canal
From the series “Greatest Man-Made Waterways and Channels”
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Distance from Athens center - 65.6 km.
Its building began in 1881 and was finally complete in August, 1893. Just a few decades back the canal was of great economic significance. Nowadays it is of interest as a tourist attraction point. Over 11000 ships travel through the Corinth Canal annually. Numerous tourist ferries are among them. Moreover, the bridges over the canal are used by thrill seekers who indulge a new activity of bungee jumping. …
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Odeon of Herodes Atticus
From the series “Ancient Amphitheaters and Arenas, That Are Still Operational”
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Distance from Athens center - 1.8 km.
The construction of the amphitheater was completed in 165 AD. In the course of the last reconstructions, only a multicoloured marble facing and several statues were renovated. All other elements of architecture are perfectly preserved from the time of construction, which allows guests of the ancient theater to fully enjoy its pristine grandeur. The best time to visit the sights is a period from June to September, when the annual Athens Festival takes place. During this period, interesting performances and concerts in the amphitheater are held literally every week. …
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Hilton builds third luxury hotel in Kyoto
It will welcome its first guests in 2024. 313 rooms of various categories will be available, the interior of rooms and hotel spaces will become one of the main features of the high-class hotel. When decorating the rooms, it is planned to use local textiles, which are famous for their high quality and are considered to be one of the best in the world.
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02.06.2023
It will welcome its first guests in 2024. 313 rooms of various categories will be available, the interior of rooms and hotel spaces will become one of the main features of the high-class hotel. When decorating the rooms, it is planned to use local textiles, which are famous for their high quality and are considered to be one of the best in the world.

02.06.2023
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