Tangled streets. Troublesome traffic. Athens can be tricky to navigate. This is how to get around.
Travel to Athens is about understanding how misunderstood Greece’s capital is. People cite initial disappointment in finding a city whose grittiness and edginess don’t meet the expectation of a city entirely coated in gleaming, classical Greek architecture. Yet, to visit Athens is to see a rei...
The Parthenon isthemust-see in Athens, and easily one of the ancient monuments you should see at least once. Everywhere you turn, it’s impossible to miss this mighty structure towering over the city, reminding you of Athens’ rich history and giving you a serious sense of awe. The walk ...
In the center of Athens, you will realize that most buildings are built to a certain height (and one that is not huge!). This is because after the city overthrew a dictatorship, they decided that every building built after that date must have a view of the Acropolis to remind Greek citi...
Athens Airport to Ferry Port Photos of Getting Around Athens Recommended Hotels How do I get into Athens from the airport? A sign at the Athens Airport displaying pre-set rates for taxis into the city center. Taxis are available on the Arrivals level, just out the terminal doors. ...
Where to take the bus in Athens to Cape Sounion? It’s probably easiest to take the bus at the main bus station ‘Mavromateon’. This is what I did: I walked from the Omonia metro station, passed the famous National Archeological Museum and you’re there. Ask around for the bus to...
Of course the popular cities, like Barcelona, Paris, Prague, Athens, Budapest, Lisbon, Madrid, and Venice are stunning and are definitely worth visiting. But there are plenty of other cities that offer similar experiences and charm, with less tourists. And the farther away from the touristy sp...
I remember I used it when I was first traveling and stayed at this lovely home inAthens. Since that first trip, I’ve used it dozens of times to meet people, hang out, and save money on accommodation. Celinne, on the other hand, created — and used — her own personal social networ...
Rail Map Europe is the map I recommend, covering all of Europe from Portugal in the west to Moscow & Istanbul in the east, Finland in the north to Sicily & Athens in the south. Scenic routes & high-speed lines are highlighted. See an extract from the map. Buy online at www.european...
Rail Map Europe is the map I recommend, covering all of Europe from Portugal in the west to Moscow & Istanbul in the east, Finland in the north to Sicily & Athens in the south. Scenic routes & high-speed lines are highlighted. See an extract from the map. Buy online at www.european...