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Athens

The cradle of Western civilisation — The Acropolis above, buzzing neighborhoods below — 3,400 years of history with island ferries next door.

GreeceBest time: April–June and September–October

88°F / 31°C

Clear sky 4 mph

Things to see & do

Signature attractions and experiences in Athens.

historic

The 5th-century BC citadel that defined classical architecture.

museum

Glass floors over excavations, marbles in Attic light.

neighborhood

Island-style lanes beneath the sacred rock.

historic

Where Socrates argued and democracy was practised.

landmark

Funicular to the city's highest sunset view.

experience

Olives, flea markets and souvlaki smoke.

June–August

Drama under the stars in ancient theatres.

April–May

Candlelit processions and midnight fireworks.

Metro Line 3 runs airport to Piraeus port; trams reach the coast. Ferries fan out to the islands from Piraeus and Rafina.

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