Attica Travel Planning
Who hasn’t dreamed of visiting Athens? It is, after all, one of the most famous cities in the world. Everyone on the planet knows Greek culture, architecture, food, and nature. That’s why Athens seems so familiar and at the same time new. Evidently, you have to see Athens’ most popular attractions. There’s no way you…
We live in Athens and go to Piraeus pretty frequently. It’s a short metro ride from home or we bike there ourselves. There are lots of things to do in Piraeus. In fact, the port is an attraction in itself. Piraeus has it all: marinas, museums, churches, restaurants, beaches, and shops. Most tourist just pass…
Poros is our go to island in Greece. Our friend Yiannis took us there 5 years ago and we loved it! It’s one of the less touristy islands in the country. In fact, most visitors come from Athens, like us. The island has it all. The main town looks straight out of a movie. It’s…
Most of our friends spend only 3 days in Athens. Then off they go to their favorite island. We never tire of suggesting they spend more time in the capital, but it seems that’s all the time they have. Therefore, we have learned to tour our city in a short time. We rush a bit,…
I know it sounds contradictory but one of the reasons I love living in Athens is how easy it is to escape the city. Amazing natural spots and historic sites are just a step away from the bustling cosmopolitan capital of Greece. Athens is on the coast and kind of in the middle of the…
Greece is famous for its archaeological remains, culture, food, beaches, and people. To us, it is the nicest country in Europe. That’s why we moved to Athens. We love discovering street art and doing other unusual things in Athens. The city is an open air museum. Take a leisurely walk around Athens and you will…
We fell in love with Greece long time ago and moved there. To us, it’s the prettiest country in Europe. Being locals, we know where you can find the best views in Athens. Of course, the Parthenon presides over the city. But that’s not all. Athens has a couple of hills with epic views. You…
Going on a day trip to Aegina from Athens is a great idea! This charming island is just a quick 30-mile (50 km) ferry ride away from the Greek capital. Aegina is a perfect destination if you’re looking to escape the city chaos. It’s got a cute town, impressive ancient ruins, some old monasteries, and…
Athens’ most famous archaeological remains include wonders like the Acropolis and the Agora. People from all over the world come to the city to admire these beauties. Then they continue to gorgeous islands like Santorini or Mykonos. What a mistake! The Temple of Poseidon in Sounion is just an hour from Athens. Don’t leave our…
Most people think about Greece as a summer destination. Why wouldn’t they? The country is blessed with some of the nicest beaches on the planet. However, visit Athens, or anywhere in Greece in winter, and you’ll be hooked forever. Mild temperatures, peace, loads of space, and relaxed locals will make you want to come back…
We live in Athens, and for us, it is one of the nicest cities in the world. Independently from what we think, it is one of the most extraordinary places in Europe. Its ancient ruins are a testament to when the city was the center of the Western world. Numerous medieval churches are remnants of…
My first ever holiday abroad was in 1998 when I visited Greece on a school excursion. I remember I thought Athens was pretty gray, with few landmarks and too many monotone buildings from the 60s and the 70s. So I totally get it that you are asking this question: is Athens worth visiting? Andres however…