Athens
Athens Ancient Sites Beyond the Acropolis
A guide to Athens's ancient sites: the Acropolis, Agora, Roman Agora, Temple of Olympian Zeus, the theaters, the museums — and the money-saving combination ticket.
A Day Trip to Delphi from Athens
How to visit Delphi from Athens: the ancient oracle on Mount Parnassus, what to see, tour vs independent, and combining it with the mountain town of Arachova.
Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon Day Trip
How to visit Cape Sounion from Athens: the clifftop Temple of Poseidon, why to go at sunset, how to get there, and combining it with the Athens Riviera.
Athens for First-Timers: Everything You Need to Know
Everything a first-timer needs for Athens: how long to stay, the must-see sights, the neighborhoods, the food, and how to get from the airport to the islands.
Visiting the Acropolis: Tickets, Timing, and Tips
How to visit the Acropolis: when to go to beat the heat and crowds, what you'll see, tickets and skip-the-line tips, and why the Acropolis Museum is essential.
Plaka, Monastiraki, and Koukaki: Athens Neighborhoods Explained
An Athens neighborhoods guide for first-timers: Plaka, Anafiotika, Monastiraki, Psyrri, Koukaki, and Kolonaki — what each is like and which suits your trip.
The Best Day Trips from Athens
The best day trips from Athens: Cape Sounion's sunset temple, Delphi, Nafplio and Mycenae, the Corinth Canal, and a Saronic Gulf island cruise.