Have fun in Athens (Part B) | One Day Cruise

Have fun in Athens (Part B)

If you want to explore Athens and have a good time, here are some ideas to try. We complete the guide for having fun in Athens to satisfy every visitor. You can also take the ferry and visit an island in the Saronic Gulf. Alternatively, choose the One Day Cruise one-day cruise and get to know Hydra, Poros and Aegina in one day.

Explore Greek history


If you love archeology, travel to nearby Aegina. On the favorite island of the Saronic Gulf you will explore the ruins of the Temple of Aphaia and you will visit the Monastery of Agios Nektarios. On the island are also the Temple of the Greek Zeus at the top of the Greek Mount and the ruins of the Temple of Apollo.

If you stay in Athens, do not miss a visit to the Acropolis. It is rightly at the top of the list of attractions of the Greek capital. A walk on the Acropolis will take you back in time, to a history of 2500 thousand years. The energy of the Acropolis and the breathtaking panoramic view are experiences of the senses that are worth experiencing. Complete your visit to the Acropolis Museum. It uniquely highlights Greek history through the statues and finds discovered on the Acropolis.

Discover the Athenian Riviera

The main thing is that you can do it by taking the bus that starts from Syntagma. The route that follows, crosses the coastal road from Paleo Faliro and the southern suburbs and ends in Varkiza. There are also buses that reach Saronida, even Sounio. You can go down wherever you want and enjoy your swim. Choose from organized beaches along the coastline or on a secluded beach. We recommend that you select a point from Voula onwards.

Take a tour of the Athenian parks


Athens may not be famous for the huge green parks we find in other metropolises, but there are some and they are worth discovering. Browse

  • on the hill of Philopappos,
  • at the National Garden in Syntagma,
  • on the hill of Lycabettus,
  • walk among the pines on the path behind the Panathinaiko Stadium.

Another great idea is to head south and enjoy a walk in the modern outdoor area of ​​the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. You can even take part in some sports activity, as there is a daily program with activities and lessons that are done there for the public.

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