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How to Plan for a Trip to Athens

We’ve tapped into local Athenians who have built guides to help aid in the planning process. Everything from Where to Stay, to what to do, and the best restaurants. The below articles are among the most useful in planning, but as you click you will find more and more great resources to help you trip the most memorable trip to Athens possible!

Why have we built out this content? We’re a tours and activities provider and the easier it is for you to plan a trip to our destination the more tours we’ll sell!

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The Acropolis is a massive World Heritage site with almost seven thousand years of history. A guide will help create an easy-to-understand timeline and fill it full of anecdotes and stories!

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There is a lot to be said about Greek cuisine considering how it has developed over such a long time with the influence of so many cultures. Tour Athens stop by stop with a local foodie and try the best the city has to offer!

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Latest Athens Articles

A Vegan Guide To Athens Restaurants in 2023

Eleni Gimouki
April 29, 2022

Are you looking for vegan restaurants in the Greek capital? Well, you don’t have to worry. This vegan guide to Athens restaurants will help you discover the best places to eat with a great selection of dishes. Pro tip: Planning a trip to Athens? Bookmark this article in your browser in an “Athens” folder so…

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Where To Eat Brunch In Athens in 2023

Eleni Gimouki
April 24, 2022

Over the last few years, locals in Athens and all over Greece have started enjoying brunch, especially on the weekends. Try a local favorite to-go or take your time admiring the city views, there’s something for every style of brunch. With a wide range of both sweet and savoury options, these are the best places…

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13 ASTOUNDING FACTS about ATHENS, Greece

Dale Pappas
February 24, 2022

Is today’s Athens a testament to its legendary ancient past? Or is Athens better described as an innovative and ultra-modern city? Check out these 13 astounding facts about Athens to learn more about Greece’s capital city! This article isn’t meant to replace a guided visit – quite the opposite! Reading up on an attraction will make…

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Athen’s 11 Coolest Bars, Restaurants, and Cafes in the Plaka District in 2023

Eleni Gimouki
February 23, 2022

If you’re headed to Athens, you’ll want to know the best spots to grab a drink and enjoy the atmosphere of the city. There’s no better place to do that than in the heart of the Athens—the Plaka District. Our local expert shares the coolest bars, restaurants, and cafés in Plaka for great food, drinks,…

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Where to get a COVID Test in Athens

Dale Pappas
January 12, 2022

Most Covid-19 test requirements have been dropped, but if you still need one, testing is easy and results are fast. If you are planning a trip to Athens, where can you get a Covid-19 test to return home and what are the requirements? This article will explain testing requirements to return to the USA from…

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Top Foods To Try in Athens in 2023

Eleni Gimouki
November 24, 2021

Athens is certainly the most fascinating destination if you love history and culture. On the other hand, it is a great choice for food lovers. In this big city, you will find many types of restaurants and you will enjoy different types of dishes. So, go on reading and find out the top foods to…

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How To Get Around Athens

Eleni Gimouki
November 9, 2021

Are you traveling to Greece and you are wondering how to get around Athens? Well, there are several means of transport to move around this big city. So, this quick guide will provide you with all the useful information about the different Athenian means of transportation. Pro Tip: Consider bookmarking this page in your browser so…

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Is UBER In ATHENS in 2023?

Eleni Gimouki
November 8, 2021

Nowadays, almost everyone in every country uses Uber to get around. But is Uber in Athens? Below, find out more information about this transport service so you’re prepared when you arrive in Greece. However, you don’t have to worry—it’s easy. Pro Planning Tip: We’re a European tour operator with teams in Rome, Florence, Venice, Paris, Barcelona,…

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Complete Guide to Spending Christmas in Athens in 2023

Eleni Gimouki
November 4, 2021

Athens is certainly an amazing city either in the summer or in the winter. Above all, Athens is really magical during the Christmas period. Lights, colors, and music create a unique image of the city and offer an unforgettable experience to the visitors and the locals. Therefore, Christmas time is a great period of the…

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A Brief History of Athens: From 5000 BCE to Harry Truman

Dale Pappas
October 25, 2021

Athens is a city renowned for ancient monuments like the Parthenon. But think everything in Athens is ancient history? Athens in fact boasts a history as lively and dynamic as its busy streets today. Check out this brief history of Athens written by a historian! A Short History of Athens from Antiquity to the Present through…

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The BEST HOTELS in ATHENS in 2023

Eleni Gimouki
October 13, 2021

Visiting Athens is a unique experience everyone must live in life. There are numerous places to visit and activities to do. But most importantly, you can find the best hotels in Athens so as to spend an unforgettable vacation time. That is to say, you will easily find every type of hotel you wish for,…

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Top 11 Things To See at the National Archaeological Museum in Athens in 2023

Dale Pappas
October 13, 2021

Heading to the National Archaeological Museum in Athens? Great choice, but the massive collection could make you feel like everything is Greek to you. Don’t miss the highlights! Check out this overview written by a Ph.D. historian! This article isn’t meant to replace a guided visit to the museum – quite the opposite!  Reading up on…

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