Category Useful Tips
Local insight is one of those things that can really make or break a vacation. Apart from the traditional lists that feature the top attractions of a city, the best things to see and do and all the other soon-to-be highlights of your trip, you have to bear in mind that in order for your trip to be successful you will need a wide array of tips and practical information under your belt. That is why we have dedicated a small section of Athens By Locals to providing our readers with all those useful tips about Athens they never knew they needed. Here you will find information that will come in handy when planning your trip like what the weather of Athens is like and when is the best time to get here as well as up-to-date information that can prove to be lifesaving when you are in the city like the location of all embassies, public transportation maps, guides about health in Athens and much more.
Combined Ticket for the Acropolis & the Archaeological Sites in Athens
Whether you’re visiting Athens for the first time or returning, you can’t miss the chance to visit some of the top archaeological sites of the city, like the Acropolis, the Roman Agora, the Temple of Zeus, and the ancient cemetery…
Athens Pass Tourist Card: A Single Ticket for All the Must-See Attractions in Athens
Are you planning a trip for a few days or even just one day in Athens? Then you are most probably trying to find a way to fit all the popular attractions and museums into your itinerary. There’s no need…
Buying a SIM Card in Greece: Prepaid SIM Cards – Prices – Coverage – eSims and the Best Providers
Making sure that you can stay connected while avoiding high roaming charges and overseas plans that can only provide a slow connection is probably one of your concerns while planning your trip to Athens. That’s why most visitors prefer buying…
Stay Connected in Athens: Free WiFi Spots, Internet cafes, Payphones, Mail and Post services in Athens
Being connected while on a trip abroad is sometimes not as easy as one would anticipate. That’s why we have decided to put together a guide with all the ways to keep in touch with your friends and family back…
All About Money in Greece: Credit Cards, Banks, ATMs and Currency
A basic understanding of how money in Greece works and how you can better handle your budget will inevitably be a crucial part of your trip to Athens. This article gathers all the useful information you will need in one…
Acropolis Disabled Access: Use of the Acropolis Elevator
A new elevator has made Acropolis accessible to visitors with disabilities once again. More specifically, a cutting-edge wheelchair lift and new paths specially designed for physically challenged individuals have recently been inaugurated to help travelers reach Acropolis Hill in the…
Athens Maps: Download Free Maps For the City of Athens
Map of Athens Center This Athens Map shows the Center of the City, with monuments, parks, and the tourist areas of Plaka, the Acropolis, and Lycabettus Hill. Map of Metropolitan Athens This Map here shows the greater Metropolitan area of…
For Travelers: What You Should Know About the Healthcare System in Athens [Greece]
We here at Athens By Locals know very well that preparation for any trip begins with taking safety precautions, no matter how close or far from home. That’s why we decided to put together a small guide to explain the…
Foreign Embassies and Consulates in Athens [Greece]
Are you traveling to Athens? Do you need any info about your travel? This is a list of Foreign Embassies and Consulates in Athens! Find information like address and phone number about the various foreign embassies and consulates that are…
Athens Weather From Season to Season
Before planning an escapade to Athens and crafting an exciting itinerary, most travelers usually have one common question in mind. How is the Athens weather? The Greek capital boasts a mild year-round Mediterranean climate with moderate rainfall during winter and hot and…
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