Athens was highly rated for history by 2,507 guests from the United Kingdom!Athens travel guide
A Dynamic City with 3400 Years of History
With the Acropolis as the jewel in the archaeological crown of Athens, this city is full of history whilst embracing the future. Take a stroll back in time through the neoclassical streets of the Plaka, where you will find tavernas serving tantalising souvlaki and mousaka, street vendors and live entertainment.
A trip to the Parthenon and the Agora top most lists and can also be appreciated from a distance by walking along the Dionysiou Aeropagitou street, which is away from the busy crowds downtown.
Changing the guard occurs every hour on the famous Syntagma Square. From here Ermou Street provides shopaholics with a fashionable retail sanctuary. The up-market districts of Kolonaki and Kifisia are also bursting with fancy boutiques, galleries and bars.
Athens contains some of the finest museums in the world such as the National Archaeological, Acropolis and Benaki Museums. From Athens International Airport to the Port of Piraeus, this is a city bustling with the old and new. On Booking.com you can find everything from modern hotels to a room in a classical building.
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What guests said about Athens:
Anonymous
Belgium
10
We spent a few days in Athens, going through the main...
We spent a few days in Athens, going through the main sights: the Acropolis and the new Museum, Syntagma, Mt Lycabettos, Plaka,city museum etc. We enjoyed the nice weather, good food and local hospitality. Our local friends took us to Marathon to see the beach and the ancient battle site. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Георги
Bulgaria
8.0
There are nice museums (Hellenic Motor Museum and the War...
There are nice museums (Hellenic Motor Museum and the War Museum), as well as a pretty good zoo. The Acropolis and other related attractions, however, seem a bit over-praised.
We also had a bit of a hard time finding good places to eat.
Transit transportation was prepopulated. There could easily be twice more buses and trains to serve the needs.
Anonymous
Canada
8.0
Athens is a beautiful city once you get past the graffiti on...
Athens is a beautiful city once you get past the graffiti on most of the buildings and abandoned half built structures. Although some is graffiti there is a lot of beautiful street art that adds to the character of the city. We loved walking through the narrow streets and up into the Acropolis and dining at the outside restaurants.
Anonymous
United Kingdom
10
Acropolis was stunning and the new museum a must see.
Acropolis was stunning and the new museum a must see. Wish we'd known about the amazing antique shops. A whole street dedicated to antiques- amazing. Next time will know where to shop and be more prepared to ship things home.
Brandt
Australia
6.0
Do NOT take a taxi from the airport!
Do NOT take a taxi from the airport!!!
They are supposed to charge a flat 38euro fee. Once fee were on the freeway our driver launched into a long long and passionate dialog about all the problems in Greece and how hard it was to survive and how little they get paid and although the official fee was 38euros drivers EXPECT 50-80 euros! ( for only a 40 min ride!!!). His dialog was heavy and very intimidating. It was the only time in our 5 week euro vacation we felt robbed. >-(
I hope the geeek officials see this message.
Ps the train from city to airport is only €10 each way for each person (€18 one way for two people). It was quick and easy.
Anonymous
Indonesia
10
Athens is under rated!
Athens is under rated! This city should definitely be on your travel itinerary! My partner and I only had two nights and we regretted not having planned a longer stay! Incredible city, delicious food, warm hearted people and so much to see and explore! We can't wait to come back we absolutely loved Athens!
“Pretty central, although the neighbourhood is probably not the best in Athens. The room itself was clean and large and breakfast was also satisfactory. Rather lazy and unenthusiastic staff. I wouldn't return, but if you're looking for a place that's economic and only a couple of stops away from the city centre, this hotel should do. ”
“Feels like a 5 stars hotel. All the nice things that makes you feel In a luxurious vacation. Very helpful and welcoming owners who wants to satisfy all needs. The best hotel in Athens. Don't look anywhere else.
Huge apartment With top design.
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“Spotless clean, white marbled floors, walls and decors, shld be 3.5 star hotel. Hi tech phone and aircon control, free breakfast too! Very affordable; will stay here again when we come back to Athens.”
“Very good breakfast! The waiter and the waitress in breakfast were very polite and professional. Ready to serve you and to make you feel comfortable.
Bed was really comfortable, because it was cocomat.
Excellent location next to Sintagma square.
Very clean.
A very good hotel at the city centre of Athens!”
“Location was best I've experienced in Athens. Beds very comfy and bathrooms, although small, are new and exceptionally clean. We went to the sister hotel around the corner for a roof top dinner - superb last night of our holiday and so cheap for a 5 star experience.”
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