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Athens is widely known for being the birthplace of democracy, home to the imposing Parthenon, the Pnyx Hill, The Temple of Olympian Zeus, and other remarkable ancient sites. Being a city drenched in history, the Greek capital attracts hordes of tourists from all around the world eager to visit the city’s museums and landmarks. And while discovering Athens’ historic monuments is a reason on its own to visit the Greek capital, the city offers much more than meets the eye. Athens features numerous hidden spots, outdoor places, and alternative districts that showcase the city’s rich past and current urban culture. Explore the non-touristy side of Athens and get a proper taste of life in the Greek capital. All you have to do is to follow the locals’ lead, go off the beaten path, and see the city like a real Athenian. Get to know the Athenian neighborhoods and attractions and discover some of the best day trips you can have from Athens. Also, don’t miss our detailed guides on how to travel from Athens to the Greek islands. Observe the city’s art culture beyond the museums and get lost in its narrow picturesque alleys. Athens is a fascinating city offering endless reasons to add it to your travel bucket list. Discover each one of them at Athens By Locals and let the capital of Greece enchant you.
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Attica City Link: The Iconic Shopping Center of Athens
Attica City Link is one of Athens’s most famous shopping centers located on the border between Syntagma’s popular neighborhood and Kolonaki’s upscale neighborhood. For over 50 years, the Attica City Link has become home to the city’s most popular stores…
Nikis Street in Syntagma: A Local’s Guide to Hidden Treasures
Nikis Street is one of the most popular streets in the neighborhood of Syntagma. It’s located just a minute from Syntagma Square and runs parallel to the National Garden of Athens while crossing the famous Ermou and Mitropoleos streets. This…
Discover the Charm of Voulis Street in Syntagma
Voulis Street is one of the most lively streets in the Syntagma neighborhood, connecting Kolokotroni Square on its northern side to the popular neighborhood of Plaka on the other. The vibrant Voulis Street is, in a way, the “twin” of…
Hadrian’s Reservoir on Dexameni square in Kolonaki
At the western slopes of Mt. Lycabettus and just a few squares north of the Kolonaki square lies one of the lesser-known yet important Athenian sites, the Hadrian’s Reservoir. Considered the most significant infrastructure of its time and the city’s…
Athens from Above: The Most Stunning Rooftop Bars in Athens
Come summertime, when the pedestrian streets of central Athens get too hot for long strolls and sightseeing, you’ll rarely see locals walking around the city. And if you’re wondering where they all disappeared, the answer is (literally) just above your…
Discover the Wonders of Art: A Visit to the National Gallery of Athens
The National Gallery of Athens is perhaps the most prominent museum in the city, an institution that houses the largest collection of modern Greek art in the country. And yet, for a little less than a decade, visitors of Athens…
Protogenous Street: Inside Athens’ Hippest Hangout
Hidden in plain sight in the colorful area of Psyrri, among touristy tavernas, budget hostels, and tailor workshops-turned-hookah bars, Protogenous is the city’s overnight sensation, a vibrant street that’s unceasingly jam-packed with bohemian glitterati, fashionable hipsters, and jet setters of…
A Glance of the Past: The National Archaeological Museum of Athens
Travelers who visit Athens are left astonished by the wealth of archeological wonders the city holds. There is no better place to experience the culture and history of Greece than the National Archaeological Museum of Athens, the largest museum in…
Discovering Athens’ Crown Jewel: The Ultimate Visitor’s Guide to the Acropolis Museum
The Acropolis Museum is undoubtedly one of the best modern museums in the world. Located just a stone’s throw away from Acropolis Hill and the Parthenon, it stands imposingly over the famous pedestrian street called Dionysiou Aeropagitou and the neighborhood…
Tripodon Street: the Oldest Street in Athens and Europe
With a history that goes back for millennia, Athens is a city that has seen countless changes over the course of time. But one thing has remained the same for centuries: the name of Tripodon street in the city’s historic…
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