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Athens may have a recorded history which dates back over two thousand years, but it's a city where modernity and tradition co-exist simultaneously. This alluring city has an eclectic mix of ancient monuments, lively bars and restaurants and a flourishing cultural scene.
You'll find unforgettable ancient sites littered in and around the city, offering you a taste of real ancient
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Getting Around
Airport transfer should take about 45 minutes. If you’re taking a taxi, go to the rank to get a fixed fee. Once in Athens, it’s easy to get around on foot, and there’s an excellent tram service, which goes as far as the beach and the local markets. You can also take the underground train or bus. Taxis are either bookable in advance or ones you flag down in the street, but they don’t always agree to take you.
Admire Ancient Ruins
Head to the Archaeological Promenade, a 4km tree-lined walkway which links Athens’ main sites of archeological interest. For the real essence of ancient Athens don’t miss the Acropolis, the fascinating museum, and iconic columns of the Parthenon.
Athens After Dark
Most of Plaka’s restaurants are aimed at tourists, so if you want to sample food the locals eat on your Athens holiday, head to the city centre for stylish modern tavernas. The city comes alive at night with a fantastic bar scene. Iconic Brettos bar, with its rows of backlit bottles, has been serving homemade liqueurs since 1909.
Athens' Secret Island
Step back in time at Agora, the ancient marketplace, home to traditional temples and a concert hall within its colonnaded arcades. For a peek into life in ancient Athens, take a walk through the scenic 19th century whitewashed neighbourhood of Anafiotika. Described as a 'Greek island in the middle of Athens' this pretty, flower-filled quarter on the northern slopes of the Acropolis is above Athens’ centre of Plaka.
Get Arty in Athens
Soak up some art and culture on your Athens holiday at GazArte. This multipurpose art space is found in Gazi. It screens Greek cinema and has a bar and bookstore. Enjoy sipping cocktails at the outdoor terrace with views over the pomegranate trees. Nearby, an industrial plant has been given a makeover and is now the Technopolis - a popular spot for concerts and art exhibitions. For an insight into art and design in Athens, visit the Benaki Museum.
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