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    Athens Holidays

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    Athens holidays are an ideal mix of traditional and trendy. You'll find modern bars and shopping centres sat in the shadows of thousand-year-old ruins.

    A world of history

    Greece and history go hand-in-hand. And in Athens, this is amplified at every turn. With over 3,400 years of recorded history on the books, each neighbourhood and city sector’s like an individual exhibit at a museum. Ancient Greek temples rub shoulders with Byzantine-era churches from the 4th century, and signs of the Second World War still linger around the capital.

    The Acropolis and Parthenon

    You’ll find the Acropolis on a hill in the centre of Athens. Dating back to the 5th century BC, this giant marble ruin’s seen as one of the world’s greatest cultural monuments. It’s home to the Parthenon, an ancient temple originally built to worship the Goddess Athena, who the city’s named after. These days, it’s a favourite with history lovers and photographers, thanks to the well-preserved state of the ruins and the 360-degree panoramic views.

    Plaka

    Plaka’s a must-see spot on any tour of Athens. It’s the oldest neighbourhood in the city, and serves up a slice of Athens a lot of people don’t know exists. The cosy cobbled roads have a Greek-island feel to them, with souvenir shops, family-run cafés and plenty of blooming trees for decoration. And the entire place sits in view of the Acropolis, which you can get to in a 10-minute walk.

    Athens Riviera

    You might be surprised to know that a 20-minute drive, or tram ride, south of the city leads to a collection of walnut-coloured beaches. Athens sits on the Attica Peninsula, which has a coastline that could rival more famous Greek beachfronts, like Santorini or Crete. And even though they’re so close to the city, the beaches here are properly peaceful, offering up the option of a relaxing daytrip by the sea in between exploring the sights.

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    At a glance

    • Take in the view above the city on the steps of the Acropolis
    • Stroll around the National Garden
    • Shop for souvenirs at open-air markets

    Destinations in Athens

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    • Glyfada

      Glyfada holidays sprinkle Rhodes-style sands down Athens' south coast. Plus, you can get to the capital and its world-famous sights in less than an hour.

    • Athens City Centre

      Athens city centre holidays bring you face to face with some of Greece's oldest sights, most of which you'll find around the hilltop Acropolis.

    Top things to See and Do in Athens

    • BEACHES
    • SHOPPING
    • NIGHTLIFE
    • FOOD & DRINK
    • Southern sands

      The waterfronts around Athens’ city centre are home to big shipping ports and luxury marinas. So to feel the sand between your toes, you’ll need to head south, down the Attica Peninsula. The coastal suburbs here are lined with tucked-away beaches, most of which are a short walk from tram stations and bus stops.

    • The big beach

      Alimos Beach

      Alimos Beach is a quintessentially Greek seaside spot. The sands are scattered with little shells, and sunloungers are lined by the water’s edge. The water itself starts off shallow, then slopes down until your feet can’t touch the seabed. A few metres off shore, you’ll find an inflatable waterpark, too. You can play on its slides, trampolines and climbing frames, then rent a pedalo from the beach’s watersports centre.

    • The secret beach

      Beach near Sculpted Waterfront Flisvos

      This 33-metre-long beach is so unknown it doesn’t even have an official name. You’ll find it nestled next to the Paleo Faliro Gallery and Flisvos Playground, 20 minutes’ drive from the city centre. The green scenery, peaceful atmosphere and nearby cafés make this the ideal place to unwind in the evenings, or to start your day with an early-morning dip.

    • Bargain Buys

      Greece and olives are one of the world’s most famous pairings. And a popular souvenir visitors flock to get their hands on is traditional olive oil soap. Medical experts believe that washing with it can help prevent sunburn and have anti-ageing effects on the skin. You’ll find soap sets at most of Athens’ bazaars and markets.

    • Mid-Range Buys

      Ouzo is an anise-flavoured alcoholic drink that’s a favourite with the locals, who like to slowly sip on a glass while chatting over dinner. And hand-luggage-sized travel bottles are sold all throughout Athens. Be sure to serve it like an Athenian, in a tall glass with ice and spring water.

    • Designer Buys

      Attica Department Store is Athens’ answer to Selfridges. The eight-storey Megaro building’s taken pride of place near Syntagma Square since the 1930s. And today, its boutiques feature the likes of Abercrombie & Fitch, Armani and Gucci.

    • Laid-back evenings

      42 Bar takes its name from the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy and its answer to the meaning of life, 42. Unlike most bars in Athens, smoking’s not allowed indoors, and the entertainment’s kept light with traditional Greek music shows. The cocktail menu’s the main attraction. The expert barmen put on impressive displays when mixing the drinks. And every three months, the menu’s completely rewritten.

    • Lively evenings

      Afrikana Jazz Club blends the Greek love of partying with music from around the world. Traditional jazz, blues, soul and afro funk performers take it in turns cranking up the volume when the sun starts to go down. It’s a small, intimate place, too, so you’ll still be able to hear the music if you slip off to get a drink from the bar.

    • Lamb gyro

      Gyros are some of Greece’s most popular foods, and are served by both street stalls and classy restaurants. Boneless lamb’s cooked on a spit, then added to a warm pitta bread with salad, chips and sauces. Bite into it like a sandwich, or separate the individual ingredients out onto a platter.

    • Souvlaki

      These meaty skewers are often found at the top of a lot of Greek menus back in Blighty, and it’s the same situation in Athens, too. Chicken or pork are grilled with spices, like oregano and rosemary, plus garlic cloves, then dished up with fresh tomatoes, olives and onions.

    • Feta me meli

      Feta me meli’s usually served as an appetiser. Triangular blocks of feta cheese are deep-fried in pastry, then topped with honey and sesame seeds. It originated on the island of Crete, but today it’s enjoyed all over Greece, including in Athens.

    • Vanilla submarine

      For this sweet treat, a spoonful of vanilla-flavoured fondant’s dipped in ice-cold water, then licked off the spoon like a lolly. The water picks up a hint of vanilla, too, which you can sip afterwards.

    • Spanakopita

      In bakery windows across Athens, you’ll see spanakopita taking the front-row seats. Fluffy phyllo pastry’s stuffed with feta cheese and spinach for a creamy, herby lunchtime snack.

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