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    Athens and Side-Trips

    Full Rick Steves' Europe episode exploring Athens, including its ancient sites, with side trips beyond the capital.

    Rick Steves' Europe

    Athens, Greece: Ancient Acropolis and Agora - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide - Travel Bite

    A short Rick Steves travel clip visiting the ancient Acropolis and the Agora in Athens.

    Rick Steves' Europe

    Biggest Mistakes Tourists Make in Athens

    Mark Wolters explains common mistakes tourists make when visiting Athens and how to avoid them.

    Wolters World

    Athens: What NOT to do in Athens, Greece

    Wolters World shares advice on what travelers should avoid doing when visiting Athens, Greece.

    Wolters World
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    Creator tips for Athens

    "Buying combo tickets for Athens’ metro system is one of the best ways to save money. A one-day unlimited pass is 4.10 EUR, and a five-day pass is 8.20 EUR."

    — Matt Kepnes (Nomadic Matt),Athens Travel Guide
    Getting Around

    "Gyros (and other street snacks) usually only cost a few euros. They are quick and easy and can keep you full for less than 10 EUR per day!"

    — Matt Kepnes (Nomadic Matt),Athens Travel Guide
    Food & Dining

    "The busiest times at the Acropolis are from 11am until 1pm. This is regardless of the time of year and regardless of the new mandatory timed entry, so try to arrive as early as possible"

    "Athens Studios is a really nice hostel/hotel in the heart of the city just within walking distance of the Acropolis, and is where I stayed when I was backpacking through Greece!"

    — Kiersten Rich (The Blonde Abroad),What to Do in Athens, Greece in Three Days
    Where to Stay
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    Athens in photos

    Aerial view of Athens cityscape with Philopappos Hill and the sea in the distance
    Caryatid statues on the porch of the Erechtheion at the Acropolis
    Marble columns of the Temple of Athena Nike against a blue sky
    Greek flag flying over a whitewashed chapel with Mount Lycabettus behind
    Monastiraki Square bustling with people and the Acropolis rising in the background
    Cafe-lined alley decorated with colourful hanging umbrellas in the Psiri neighbourhood

    Photos via Unsplash

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