Athens

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Neighborhoods

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Where to Stay

Events and Festivals

Where to Eat

Bars and Nightlife

Nature and Parks

Day Trips

Itineraries

Essential Athens: Day One

Essential Athens: Day Two

Essential Athens: Day Three

The Most Famous Archeological Site in the World Dominates This European Capital City

Know your Parthenon from your Erechtheion.

LGBTQIA+ Travel

The Ultimate LGBTQ Guide To Athens

Don't just go to Mykonos, Athens welcomes all with open arms.

These Athens Airbnbs Make for a Unique and Cozy Stay in Greece

Authentically Athens.

Restaurants + Bars

7 Athens Rooftop Bars With the Best Views of the City

This Is the Best Souvlaki in Athens. Try It Before It Disappears.

Music + Nightlife

How To Have the Most Epic Night Out in Athens

7 Must-Try Street Foods in Athens, Greece

Music + Nightlife

The 6 Best Non-Touristy Live Music Bars in Athens, Greece

The 10 Best Places for Dessert in Athens, Greece

Restaurants + Bars

5 of the Best American-Themed Restaurants Abroad, From the Kitschy To the Authentic

The Best Viewpoints in Athens To Take in the City’s Rich History

6 Reasons Plaka Is the Best Neighborhood for First-Timers in Athens

8 Archaeological Sites and Museums You Can't Miss in Athens Beyond the Acropolis

The Ultimate Shopping Guide To Athens

11 Untranslatable Greek Phrases We Need in English

How To Hike Mount Olympus, Greece, as a Two-Day Trip From Athens

Beaches and Islands

The Best Islands You Can Day Trip To From Athens

12 Photos That Will Make You Want To Visit Athens Right Now