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Athens by Night with Dinner, a drive to Cape Sounion, and tours to classical sites

Athens continues to light up the world. Though its ancient glory shone so brightly that it really was inevitable that it would dim eventually, it shone strongly enough for classical learning and democratic rule to spread around the world, in a journey that so far h...

 
The Acropolis is awe-inspiring. This complex of ancient temples and monuments has survived over 2,500 years of tumultuous history to stand as testimonial to the world’s first democratic civilization, Greece. Acropolis means &ls...
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Built in dedication to the king of gods, the Temple of Olympian Zeus boasted of over 100 Corinthian columns and a giant statue of Zeus. Today, the structure is but a shadow of its former self. Only a few columns remain, never to recover from...
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One of history’s greatest philosophers, Socrates walked the grounds of Agora (over 2,500 years ago) to engage people in philosophical discourse. From 6th century BC to the 6th century AD, the Agora functioned as Athens’ ...
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Greece’s oldest and most prestigious sailing regatta, the International Aegean Sailing Rally gathers the top sailing teams in the country a...

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A three-day festival held in July, the Anti-Racism Festival applauds the handiwork of immigrant artists in the country, along with heightening aw...

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Those who profess undying love for ancient Greek drama flock to the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus and other key venues every June to August. Held ...

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Location. the marriott ledra athens (greece) boasts a spectacular rooftop that overlooks the acropolis and parthenon, both within one kilometer of the hotel. old town athens, known as the plaka, stands two kilometers away. complimentary shuttle servi...
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The olympic palace hotel is a modern residence located on syntagma square, within 500 metres of the temple of zeus and one kilometre from the acropolis. the hotel's 80 air conditioned guestrooms have traditional decor with light colour schemes, and f...
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Location. the boutique stratos vassilikos hotel is located in athens, greece, three kilometres from the city centre. famous attractions like the parthenon and acropolis are three kilometres from the hotel. there's a metro station three blocks away, ...
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Who says men don’t go underwear shopping? From conventional to let’s say, more daring designs, this store carries items from Valentin...
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Joseph Addison once said, “Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.” After a long day of sightseeing, head over to Elefth...
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An alternative to the Central Market, Odos Xenokratous sells fresh produce, as well as some flowers.
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  Explore Athens and visit many of the its principal modern and classical sites. See the striking contrast of the modern city to the remains ...
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  Embark on a journey of culture and taste as you discover Athens by night and have dinner in a Greek tavern with Bouzouki music and Greek folk dances.
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  Drive along the scenic coastal road to Cape Sounion to visit the 5th century B.C. temple of Poseidon and see one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the world.
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  Experience Greece's culture and history as you visit the ancient wonders located in the archaeological site of Delphi.
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Zoo & Aquarium
Attica Zoological Park S.A., At Yalou P.O. Box 38
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Galleries & Museum
Marina Flisvos Trokadero
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Books & Learning, Galleries & Museum
9 Kodrou St, extension of Voulis St, Plaka
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Atmosphere, check. Tasty Mediterranean fare, check. Heavenly dessert selection, check. This Gazi restaurant seems to have everything going for it. We give it four stars!
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Not a big fan of fish? Dining at Margaro may make a convert out of you. Whether you choose the crayfish, the mullet, or the marida, it’s better to wash it down with the restaurant’s barrel wine.
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Mexican food in Greece? Why not? But make sure you get the real deal. Try Meson el Mirador. You’ll definitely love their enchiladas, quesadillas, and of course, their margaritas.
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Seriously one of the best eateries in Plaka, Damigos is famous for their bakaliaros (deep-fried cod). The retsina is also a hit, so you’d do well not to miss it!
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Dance & Music Club
1 S. Kirinis str & 130a Asklipiou str
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Dance & Music Club
Solomou 13-15 Exarhia
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Theater & Shows
228 Thivon & Parnassou
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Golf Course
Terma Pronois, Glyfada
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Dojo
Panellinios Sports Centre, Mavromateon 26, Pedion Areos
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Beach, Lake & River
40 Apollonos Str. Vouliagmeni
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