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Syntagma, Athens (0.3 miles from Acropolis)
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Syntagma, Athens (0.3 miles from Acropolis)
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Get there at 7:45AM! Not 8:30AM!! Beat the Tour Buses!! You’re welcome!! I didn’t do the Tour $$ there are interesting signs with the info. on it. You can pretty much YouTube about this place and save some money and buy some Greek Beer!
You wouldn’t want to climb up there but please do cuz it’s worth it and don’t talk to any of the locals!! It will just ruin your day with their dishonesty and rudeness! Sorry to generalise. I’m sure there would be nice people too but I didn’t find them
Rocks are slippery. Wear good shoes. Don't take kids. They won't appreciate it. Go in the morning when it's cooler and expect crowds whenever you go. Trip is definitely worth it. It's majestic and stunning.
Go as early as possible or late afternoon; wear comfy shoes and clothes; take water; hat. If you can, try to catch a play/performance at Odeon of Herodus Atticus, a few minutes from Acropolis (some performances have English subtitles).
For people who want to take their babies: We went along with our 9 months old baby in the morning. We wanted to avoid the heat as the temperature rises in the afternoon. Get the best baby carrier or just carry your baby and it's not as tiring as it might appear to be. It's not more than 10 mins to climb up in a moderate crowd. The view is spectacular and breathtaking.
Acropolis Hill is impressive! However, when you buy a "5 day ticket" you can only access each site a single time. They didn't tell me this! I made plans to go back at sunset but wasn't allowed in. Boo!
Go beyond the Acropolis and explore the Agora and Kerameikos, imagining yourself entering Athens along the road from the port of Piraeus, and following the Panathenaic Way to the Akropolis. Stop at the museums along the way to understand the significance of each site. Then visit the National Archaeological Museum to see that classical Athens is just one of Greece's many magnificent cultures.
The new Acropolis museum is a must see and a visit to the museum of Archaeology is a close second.
If you want to avoid crowds while seeing the famous sights, start out early and be at the sights when they open. I arrived at the Acropolis around 8:10 AM and there were only around 20 people on the whole compound. It was wonderful! There was a crowd climbing the hill when I descended, though!
Consider visiting Athens in May or September. May is just lovely. Spring flowers like poppies and daisies cover the hills. It's not too busy and not too hot. Remember that on holidays you are always moving so consider the weather when you make your plans. Also, research opening hours as the Acropolis is closed May 1; and other Ancient Landmarks are closed on certain days and on certain hours any other day.
The museums were free on certain days. The opening days and time of the new Acropolis museum was incorrect.
The new Acropolis museum was truly impressive with modern displays & interpretations.
“Very friendly staff, great location (close to the central municipal market and to the highty cool and en-vogue district Psyri with hip bars, cafés and a prosperous queer culture with a good mix of locals and tourists/expats), great beds, organization, nice facilities and the roof terrace with acropolis view is priceless. One of the best hostels I have ever been to, and if I return to Athens then this is the place to go for me (I was also at Athens Backpackers but this one is the clear number 1).”
“I really liked staying at Acropolis View hotel. Fell in love with the rooftop and the view to the Acropolis and over the city, amazing! Stuff was very friendly, it was clean and convenient to get to. Great stay, would stay here again next time I'm in Athens.”
“Hotel staff was very helpful and provided good advice on how to see major sites in Athens. The location is central but not close to Acropolis or other tourist attractions. The hotel itself is nice -- clean, good beds, etc. The breakfast was good but could be better. There are many restaurants, bakery shops and some supermarkets within few minutes of walk.”
“The apartment was very clean,apparently recently renovated and nicely decorated in modern style. Thanks to its great location we explored the city on foot, especially the Acropolis museum,Plaka and the city center were at arm’s length and that was valuable for our short stay in Athens.Last but not least we enjoyed its cute balcony which must be even nicer in summertime.”
“Very nice hotel. Very helpful staff. Excellent breakfast with great view of Athens and Acropolis. Nice clean room with nice view.”
