Athens was highly rated for history by 1,535 guests from the United States!Athens Travel Guide
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 while embracing the future. Take a stroll back in time through the neoclassical streets of the Plaka, where you'll find tavernas serving tantalizing 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 of the city center.
The changing of the guard occurs every hour on the famous Syntagma Square. From here, Ermou Street provides shopaholics with a fashionable retail sanctuary. The upscale districts Kolonaki and Kifisia are also bursting with fancy boutiques, galleries and bars.
Athens has 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:
Daniel
United States of America
10
The city is beautiful and everyone we encountered was more...
The city is beautiful and everyone we encountered was more than ready to share some history with us about the places we were going. Only piece of caution is to watch out for street vendors who will sometimes give you an item for "free" and then expect some money. Also be prepared for a more relaxed pace whenever you eat!
JT
United States of America
6.0
As far as Grace is concerned, Athens is a must see for a...
As far as Grace is concerned, Athens is a must see for a couple of quick days. In my opinion, Plaka and acropolis/Parthenon are worth seeing; however, it is not worth spending an extended stay in the capital
Go see an island or two and make Athens a pitstop on your way home for a quick tour
Leah
United Kingdom
10
Upon first arrival Athens actually looks quite shabby.
Upon first arrival Athens actually looks quite shabby. You can certainly tell the economic climate is terrible in Greece at the moment. However within about 24 hours it reveals itself as a city of immense charm and faded beauty. The people are so polite and welcoming and the whole place has such a fabulous atmosphere. I loved it an didn't want to leave. The Acropolis was one of the most awe inspiring sights I have ever seen. Everybody should visit this fantastic city at least once.
Norma
United States of America
10
So much HISTORY!
So much HISTORY!!! Friendly people! AWESOME FOOD!! The city Metra is very convenient to get around. The city tour shuttle buses as well. I tried mostly every thing in the menu. My favorite greek salad!! Walk around! So much to see!
Leigh Ann
United States of America
10
We had 2 full days and visited the acropolis, the acropolis...
We had 2 full days and visited the acropolis, the acropolis museum, temple of Zeus and hadrians gate, the ancient agora, and the National Archaelogical Museum. We saw the changing of the guards ceremony on Sunday at 11:00 and that was very interesting. We also strolled thru the National Gardens and the cicadas were so loud! We wished we had more time to see more and at a more leisurely pace. But we were off to the islands. Another time perhaps!
colin
Australia
10
Best way to see everything quickly without having to walk...
Best way to see everything quickly without having to walk for miles and getting tired, is to use Segways. We spent nearly 4 hours doing this and felt refreshed and cool at the end. We felt sorry for tourist trudging for miles, getting hot sweaty and exhausted. We were all cool due to the breeze we created. I'm 70 and found it so easy & exciting!
“Everything was amazing. The location is just 10 min from Acropolis and everything important historical in Athens by WALK. Rooms are clean and the beds were comfortable. The breakfast was amazing for the price that you are paying. Everyone was polite and hospitable from the reception staff
to waiters. Thank you for the amazing 3 days for sure i will book this hotel next time when I visit Athens.”
“Front Desk staff is really helpful and just a great welcome to the hotel. Full of information, kind and knowledgeable. Thanks for a really nice night in Athens.”
“The location was excellent, the staff is really nice, the terrace from the last floor was nice, i found it very useful the fact that you have acces to a kitchen, the shared shower was practical and comfortable.In conclusion, good value for what you pay and an excellent choice for a few days while visiting Athens. I would return to this hotel next time.”
“The perfect decorations and the beautiful balconies. The set-up was amazing, now I understand why it got a 10. Dimitris the owner was keen on showing us everything on the map. The comfortness in this appartment is better than any 5 star hotel in athens.”
“Location, the view from the roof terrace was amazing. And the restaurant and the bar at the beach, a plus. Love the hotel. Breakfast was amazing buffet style with a lot of variety. Transportation to the Center of Athens was very convenient, right in front of the hotel. They even booked my taxi to the airport.”
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