Top 13 Things to do in and around Athens

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3. Top 13 Things To Do In And Around Athens Overview The city capital city of Greece is dominated by 5th-century BC landmarks and the beautiful coastline on the south. This bustling and modern capital city is home to some of the world’s most relics dating back more than 3000 years. It offers numerous viewpoints an beaches to soak in the scenic beauty.  Moreover the city also serves as a fantastic base to visit the nearby beautiful Greek islands and many other beautiful places. The following list mentions top things to do in Athens and the top day trips from it. https://www.unwind.world/

4. LIST 1. ACROPOLIS OF ATHENS This is this most iconic site in Athens, and it is safe to say that it represents Athens. The architecture of this site is considered one the mankind’s greatest achievement. And this dates back 2500 years, simply fascinating! The history of this site is as intriguing as it can get. And then the view of the Athens city from there is simply cherry on the cake! The whole experience will take your breath away. 2. ACROPOLIS MUSEUM This museum exhibits all the artifacts related to the huge history of Acropolis and Greece in general. All the artifacts are marked with their corresponding  detailed descriptions. We recommend taking a guided tour to understand the history better. Being one of the visited spots in Athens, line-ups can be huge in peak seasons. Also the prices and working hours differ as per the summer and winter season. For all the updated details on hours, price and buying the e-ticket, please click here https://www.unwind.world/

5. 3. VOULIAGMENI LAKE Distance: 25 KM’s, around 30 mins drive from city center Vouliagmeni Lake is a hidden gem just on the Athenian Riviera. The waters of this thermal pool are rich in salts and minerals and has a temperature between 22 to 29 degrees all year round. The waters are continuously refilled both by the sea and the underground thermal springs which offers a natural and unique thermal spa experience. There is a cafe around the Lake shoreline which provides a great view of the lake. It is free for access. To go further and enter the main lake area you need to pay the entrance which is around  8 Euros on weekdays and 10 on weekends. Goes upto 15 Euros in peak seasonsaround the Lake’s shoreline. 4. CAPE SOUNIO AND THE TEMPLE OF POSEIDON The beautiful Cape Sounion is home to the Temple of Poseidon. As soon as you arrive, you will be able to see the ruins of this magnificent temple and the breathtaking view of the Aegean sea from it. Opening hours of the temple are generally from 9AM to sunset. Entrance fee is 8 Euro for adults. There is also a cafe located at the start of the 5 min hike to reach this place. The cafe offers a view of this Temple. https://www.unwind.world/

6. 5. LYCABETTUS HILL LycabettusHill is one of the topmost hills in city of Athens. To get to the top, you can either hike up a forested slope or there’s a convenient cable car to the top. The best offers one of the most magnificent views of the Athens city. Apart from the view, there are many other things to do up there.  There’s a gourmet Greek restaurant with probably the most scenic terrace in Athens, a beautiful whitewashed church called St George and obviously a café. There is also a open-air theater built on other part of the hill. Concerts are held here in summertime. 6. CINE PARIS I am sure you have heard/experienced wine with a view. But have you ever heard of watching movie on the big screen with a view? Well, Cine Paris is the name. This is basically an open air theater where you can watch movie with the view of Acropolis. To get the best of this unique experience, we recommend going at Sunset. Since the theater is open air, it is open only in Summer time. For reservations, movie list and other details, visit the official website. https://www.unwind.world/

7. 7. SHOP IN THE PLAK The Plaka is one of the most beautiful and iconic areas in Athens. It is located below the Acropolis. It offers pretty cobblestones streets with chic roadside cafes and shops selling jewelry, local ceramics and clothes. Most of area is a no traffic zone. Thus it is a great place to away from the city bustle and just relax. Cine Paris is also located here if you are in mood for watching a view with the Acropolis view. 8. SMASH THINGS AT LIMBA RAGE ROOM Well this is not your touristy site. If you are feeling enraged and you want it out, or you are not and just want to do something unique, Limba Rage room is the place. The ticket includes package of plates, bottles, a tube TV and glasses. So you basically buy this stuff and smash them. As i said, it can be stress reliever or just the unique thing you did that day. https://www.unwind.world/

8. 9. DRINK AT BRETTOS BAR This bar is one of oldest distillery in Europe. It’s decoration with numerous colorful-lit bottles sets it apart.  This bar serves classic alcohol – all crafted using old family recipes. The place is an old-fashioned distillery bar with a great vibe. And this is also located in Plaka. I will recommend going here for a drink or two. 10. TAKE A DAY CRUISE TO 3 ISLANDS-HYDRA, POROS AND AEGINA Athens has many nearby small boutique islands. Out of them, regular cruises are operated to the three picturesque islands of Hydra, Poros and Aegina. The islands of Poros and Aegina very similar. The island is built around the main harbor which act as the center. Not only for a day tour, but you can also choose to spend a day or two on these islands if you are looking to spend some time on a boutique island. The approximate starting cost of this tour is around 90 Euros. https://www.unwind.world/

9. 11. A DAY TRIP TO DELPHI Delphi was of the most of the important site to the ancient Greeks. This site was the seat of the highest priest or their religious head. The ancient Greeks considered this site as the center of the world. If you are into history, you should definitely take a guided tour of Delphi. 12. DAY TRIP TO METEORA Meteorais a huge pillar like rock formation housing various monasteries on the top of this rock. This rocks are located near the town of Kalambaka and Pindus Mountains in Greece. The most popular monastery to visit here is the Monastery of Great Meteoron and is known for its stunning red roof. 13. SAILING ALONG THE COAST Sailing along the coast is Athens is a fantastic idea if love spending in the sea. You can take yacht ride along the coast of Athens and spend the day sunbathing and snorkeling in the Aegean sea. Such yacht rides are arranged by various operators. Generally lunch is also available on the yachts. https://www.unwind.world/

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