City of Athens

An important cultural and historic center both in antiquity and nowadays, Athens is a lively city with an appeal to all types of visitors. Its archaeological sites and its museums alone need a couple of days of exploration. Acropolis is a unique experience in itself and visitors get a chance to walk on the footsteps of the ancient Athenians, entering through the Propylaea and climbing the "Sacred rock" to reach the top of the site. The National Archaeological Museum is home to some of the most marvelous artifacts found in the region.

Aside from its past glory, modern Athens is noted for the vibrant life of the city itself. Although the city center can be exhausting during the day, after dark and as the city cools, the old streets of the Plaka offer a chance to stroll and shop, then end your evening by having dinner with an Acropolis view at a local restaurant. There are plenty of options to fill the evenings in Athens. Cafés are packed day and night, and the streets stay lively until 3 to 4am, with some of the best bars and clubs in the country. Eating out is great, with choices ranging from lively tavernas to some of the finest gourmet restaurants.