Three Day Athens Itinerary 2023 by an Athens Resident

A three day Athens itinerary is a perfect amount of time to spend in the Greek capital for your first visit. It gives you ample time to explore the city’s main historical attractions and central neighborhoods, as well as time to go off the beaten track to the lesser-known beaches and coastal villages of the … Read more

How to Get from Athens Airport to the Acropolis: 2023 Guide

Getting from Athens Airport to the Acropolis is easy. You can do the journey in less than an hour and you have a couple of different transport options available to you for making the journey. There is a distance of just 27km between downtown Athens and the Acropolis and Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). … Read more

Is Athens Safe to Visit? A Local’s 2023 Guide

Is Athens safe to visit in 2023 and beyond? The short answer is that yes, the Greek capital is a very safe place to visit provided that you use the same common sense precautions you would use when visiting any other major city.  It’s true that Athens looks a little grittier than a lot of … Read more

Anafiotika Athens: Your 2023 Guide to Athens’ Hidden District

Anafiotika Athens is a charming little residential neighbourhood that sits on the slopes of Acropolis Hill in Athens, Greece. It is a highlight of any trip to the Greek capital and offers some of the best panoramas and sunset views in town and yet, most tourists are not even aware of its existence. Anafiotika Athens … Read more

29 Best Rooftop Bars in Athens 2023: Written by an Athens Local

Rooftop bars in Athens can be the perfect way to spend an evening in the Greek capital. With a delicious cocktail or an ice-cold Greek beer in hand, you can enjoy unparalleled views of downtown Athens and ancient sites such as the Acropolis, Filoppapou, and Lycabettus Hill as they are illuminated by thousands of twinkling … Read more