Athens
The city where Western civilisation was invented, still dazzling
Athens is not just a museum, though it contains some of the most important artefacts in human history. It is also a living, breathing Mediterranean city with exceptional food, a passionate local culture, and the kind of street art scene that would not look out of place in Berlin. The Acropolis at dawn or dusk, seen from a rooftop with a glass of wine, is a genuinely moving experience. Athens earns every superlative.
- 01Souvlaki at Kostas in Monastiraki
- 02Spanakopita from a bakery
- 03Grilled octopus in Psiri
- 04Fresh seafood at a Piraeus taverna
Visit the Acropolis at opening (8am) to beat the heat and the crowds
The New Acropolis Museum is as rewarding as the hill itself, do not skip it
Exarchia neighbourhood offers authentic local Athens beyond the tourist trail
Greek coffee is strong and comes with grounds, do not drain the cup
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