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Athens - Some Things TO DO when in Athens

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The Acropolis with Lycabettus Hill in the background, Two land marks in Athens, click to enlarge this photograph

Temple of Olympian Zeus with the view of the Parthenon in the background. The Olympian Temple was the largest temple ever built in Greece. Today only 15 columns remain standing, Click on this photograth for a larger view

The Streets of Athens are lined with restaurants and cafe's, click here to enlarge this photo taken in the Agora area

Some ideas on what you can do and see in Athens: -

Visiting some of the Ancient and Historical sights.
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- Acropolis - Situated on a hill overlooking Athens city is the Acropolis, one of the most popular archeological sights in Athens which houses the Parthenon. Its best to visit early morning to avoid crowds. There is also a small museum in the Acropolis Area.
- Odeon of Herodes Atticus and Portica of Eumenes.
- Theatre of Dionyssos.
- Areopagus (Tribunal).
- Hill of the Pnyx.
- Monument of Philopappos
- Hill of Musses.
- Temple of Olympian Zeus - 15 Columns are all that remain of what once was the largest temple in Greece.
- Arch of Hadrian - was built in the 2nd century BC by the Roman Emperor Hadrian to mark the boundary between the ancient city of Theseus and the new city built by Hadrian.
- Monument of Lysiacrates
- Stadium - The Panathenaic Olympic Stadium held the first modern Olympics in 1896.
- Thission (Temple of Hephaistos).
- Ancient Agora - dated back to 3000BC Athenian Agora was the administrative centre and market place of Athens. Socrates, Aristotle, Demosthenes, Xenophon and St. Paul are all expected to have been there at some point of its history.
- Library of Hadrian
- Keramikos and Dipylion (Museum)
Visiting some of the Museums (Not all Museums are listed)
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- National Archaeological- here is the world's most extensive collection of Greek Artifacts.
- Acropolis Museum - a small museum in the Acropolis Hill Area.
- Byzantine Museum - a collection of Christian Art from the 4th to the 19th centuries.
- Benaki Museum.
- National Historical Museum.
- Museum of Agora (Stoa Attalou).
- Museum of Popular and Decorative Arts.
- War Museum - a historical collection of arms many Greek wars.
Public Gardens, Parks and Theatres (Not all Listed)
- Hill of Lycabettus -
  Climb or take the cable car to the top of the hill for fantastic views of Athens. The is also a chapel (St. George) at the top that is occasional used for weddings.
- Theatre of Lycabettus
- Theatre of Philopappos
- Zappion and National Garden.
- Park of Philopappos
- Pedion tou Areos (Park)
Enjoy the Outdoor Cafe's scattered around the city.
Outdoor Cafe life is very popular in Athens all year round, even in the coldest of winter as most cafe's have outdoor heaters. Sit back, relax and sip a 'Frappe' (Ice Coffee) while you watch the hustle and bustle of Athens busy streets pass you by.
Shops at the Markets of Monastiraki
Whether you're interested in shopping or not its worth taking a walk through the streets of Monistaraki, the flea markets of Monistaraki have a variety of shops including some craft shops where you can see men making the Traditional Musical Instrument of Greece, the 'Bouzouki'. On the Edge of Monistiraki there are many take away outlets and cafes serving some of the best Kebabs in Athens...
Enjoy the Traditional Taverns and Ouzeries of Medieval Plaka.
Plaka is a popular area during the day and evenings. It becomes fairly busy in the evenings with many locals and visitors enjoying its Restaurants, Cafe's and Bars spread out amongst the pedestrian streets of the Plaka Area.
Visit Syntagma Square.
The Greek Parliament building is situated here. You can watch the changing of the Guards (Dress in Traditional Clothing) every hour on the hour.
Shop at the Boutiques of Kolonaki
Kolonaki area is on the foothill of Lycabettus Hill, the area has a few designer boutiques as well as many cafe's, bars and restaurants. Its a popular night spot especially with students that study in the area.
Visit Glyfada
Glyfada is a more touristy Seaside scene, there are many restaurants, bars and clubs. If your into the Club scene its one of the most popular clubbing areas in Athens during the summer time as they are at their busiest.
Take a day trip Cruise to a few local islands from Piraeus Port.
Cruises can be booked from most hotels and travel agents in the City with transfers to and from Piraeus included. However it is also possible to buy some ferry tickets at the Cruise companies office at the Port.
Take a Trip to the Corinth Canal or spend the evening at Loutraki Casino, see Corinth