Half day
Cape Sounion
A temple on a cliff, timed to the sunset.
First time in Athens?
The Athens you came for.The Athens you'll remember.
You should absolutely see the Acropolis. We'll just tell you when to go, which gate to use, and where to eat afterwards.
- AcropolisGo at opening or the last hour.
- Acropolis MuseumThird floor first. Trust us.
- Ancient AgoraThe city's original living room.
- PlakaBeautiful — one street back from the crowd.
- MonastirakiSunday morning, before eleven.
- Panathenaic StadiumMarble, and a very good running track.
Must see, then must experience. You've seen the Acropolis — now see Athens.
Day trips
Athens is your gateway.Escape it for a day.
Sea, ruins and islands, all within a morning's reach.
Full day
Hydra
No cars. Just stone, water and donkeys.
Full day
Delphi
The ancient world's centre, in olive groves.
Long day
Meteora
Monasteries floating above the mist.
Half day
Aegina
Forty minutes of sea, then pistachios.
Full day
Nafplio
Greece's first capital, still the prettiest.