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There’s a reason why hotels with swimming pools in Athens are among the top picks for guests coming to our city. Is there a better feeling than taking a refreshing dip at an outdoor pool with the sun-kissed Athens before…

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…

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…

When Little Kook opened its doors in 2016, its founders were certainly aiming to impress but it’s rather unlikely that they could have predicted what a great impact it would have on Pittaki street and the neighborhood of Psyrri as…

Acropolis view hotels in Athens you can trust. Most picks are 3–4⭐ value stays with genuine Parthenon views, with a few 5⭐ showstoppers when you want the wow. The list mirrors what locals send to friends—no filler, no 30 tabs.…

Hotels near Plaka put you on cobbled lanes within easy walking distance of the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum, Syntagma, and Monastiraki. In this guide you’ll find: why staying in or around Plaka works, how to choose the right hotel for…

Hotels near the Acropolis aren’t a luxury—they’re the shortcut that turns a short stay into real Athens time. This curated, walkable list focuses on high-rated 3–4⭐ stays (with one or two five-star treats) in Makrygianni/Koukaki, Plaka, Thissio, and the Monastiraki…

Do you only have a weekend to spend in Athens? Are you worried that two days will not be enough to enjoy all of the city’s wonders? Well, there’s no need to worry. In this guide, you’ll find a perfect…

Athens is known for being home to an abundance of magnificent museums. Athens is also known for its mouthwatering gastronomy. What do you get when you combine the two? Splendid museum restaurants and cafés offer much more than a chance…

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…
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