Athens
Ancient history around every corner and one of Europe's liveliest food scenes.
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Athens, our way
Give Athens at least two full days before heading to the islands. Stay in Koukaki or Pangrati for a local feel within walking distance of the sights.
Beyond the Acropolis, the joy of Athens is its neighbourhoods: street art in Psyrri, markets in the centre and rooftop bars with temple views.
“We once spent an entire evening at a rooftop bar in Koukaki because the Acropolis lit up and neither of us wanted to leave.”
Don't miss
Acropolis and museum
Pair the site with the Acropolis Museum the same day.
Central Market
Loud, fragrant and the best introduction to Greek ingredients.
Lycabettus Hill at sunset
The whole city glowing beneath you.
When to go
For Greece as a whole: May to June and September to early October
- January: Quieter
- February: Quieter
- March: Quieter
- April: Good
- May: Our pick
- June: Our pick
- July: Good
- August: Good
- September: Our pick
- October: Our pick
- November: Quieter
- December: Quieter
Entry requirements
See the Greece guide for entry notes, official sources and the date we last checked them.
Entry, visa and legal information is general guidance only and may be out of date. Always check the official government source and, if needed, a qualified professional before you travel or book. Read the full disclaimer.
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