Category Explore Athens

Get to know about Greek customs and traditions that have survived through centuries, and get familiar with Athenians’ daily life habits. Also, here you will read our guides on how to get around Athens, and also you'll learn everything you need to know about the Athens International Airport, and the Ports of Athens. Explore the city of Athens with BTI Athens Travel Guide and gain an insight into the local culture.

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Experience Modern Greek Culture in Athens

Greek culture has fascinated people from all over the world since as early as ancient times. Being the birthplace of many notable philosophers, authors, and historical figures, Greece has always been a place of interest for culture buffs. Especially Athens,…

Living and Working

Living and Working in Athens: Things You Should Know Before Moving to The Greek Capital

Many people around the world have found themselves moving to Athens just after a short trip to the Greek capital. Who can blame them? Athens is a city brimming with life, history, and culture enchanting its visitors from the very…

Living and Working

5 Tips for Studying Abroad in Athens [Greece]

Athens, Greece is not your typical European city, and it often falls behind other study-abroad destinations such as England and Italy, but that doesn’t mean it’s one to be missed. So if you ask if Athens is a good place…

Getting Around

Uber or Lyft in Athens! Transfer Services and Taxi Companies in Athens [Greece]

Even though the means of public transportation is a great way to commute around Athens there are sometimes that you just need the comfort of a private car. Even though worldwide known companies such as UberX or Lyft aren’t operating…

Living and Working

How is Living and Working in Athens

Living and working in Athens can be as fun and fascinating as it can be annoying and confusing. Even Athenians who adore their city acknowledge that daily life can sometimes become very hard here. These are some of the things…

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Getting Around

Athens Transportation: How to Get Around Athens

This is probably one of the first questions we get from people who visit the city for the first time: How to get around Athens? Even though Athens’ transportation system is quite simple to us locals, for newcomers it can…

Getting Around

Ports of Athens: Piraeus – Rafina – Lavrio

The Piraeus Port: The Largest of The Ports of Athens Being the most famous of the ports of Athens, the largest port in Greece, and one of the largest in Europe, the Piraeus Port serves around 20 million passengers annually.…

Getting Around

Athens International Airport: Information You Should Know

Athens International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos” (AIA) is Greece’s largest and busiest airport serving as a hub for international and domestic flights. Located in Spata between the areas of Artemida, Koropi and Markopoulo, Athens Airport is around 30 kilometers to the…