Athens is one part of Greece everyone has to at least spend abit of time in The travel reviews for Athens tend to be very negative by calling it a sprawling, overcrowded concrete jungle.
Athens is actually a good experience with many great treasures. Athens is a huge city that stretches out further then the eye can see. If u go to Athens stay in the Plaka district. (old town) lots of nice shops, markets and charming atmosphere.
Greek food is totally amazing. One must go to the sidewalk
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Athens has improved a great deal in terms of infrastructure etc., especially in light of the preparations for last summer's succesful Olympics. Greece's capital is still a... More
A bit chaotic, but really exciting. When you go there in Summer be prepared for some dry and superhot conditions. I stayed near Paros, which is closer to the harbor and not as... More
Surrounded by history, the city revolves around its main attraction, The Acropolis. This rock stands so tall, it can be seen from almost anywhere. The tour is not for the weak,... More
Athens is a slightly dirty and busy city that actually has some unique alternatives from traditional European cities. When visiting Greece, most people need to stop in Athens... More
I went to Athens last summer on a Contiki trip and I had an amazing time there. I really enjoyed seeing the Acropolis, and I got to look at it every night from my hotel roof.... More
Stylish rooftop drinking spaces are springing up across Europe, but if you're at ground level it's all too easy to walk right on by. Here Jane Dunford and Annabelle Thorpe reveal 30 of the best...more
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