First evening in Athens ideas
May 11th, 2019, 11:19 AM
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First evening in Athens ideas
Arriving in July and should be checked in at our hotel (Hotel Electra Metropolis) by early afternoon.
Taking a guided tour that includes Cape Sounion, Poseiden's Temple, Acropolis & Museum the following day.
Suggestions for activity/sites to see on our first evening in Athens?
Looks like we're near the National Gardens.
Taking a guided tour that includes Cape Sounion, Poseiden's Temple, Acropolis & Museum the following day.
Suggestions for activity/sites to see on our first evening in Athens?
Looks like we're near the National Gardens.
May 12th, 2019, 10:27 AM
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Take an evening stroll up Apostolou Pavlou if you can. It's a beautiful walk up a pedestrian-only street with views of the Ancient Agora and Acropolis. It's a place of tranquility in the middle of the city. There are outdoor cafes with a view where you can stop for a cappuccino freddo or a drink. The nearest metro station is Thissio.
https://www.athenskey.com/apostolou-pavlou-street.html
https://www.athenskey.com/apostolou-pavlou-street.html
May 12th, 2019, 06:58 PM
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Enjoy the walk around night lit ancient sites. All archaeological sites are beautifully lit up at night. Tower of the WInds, Roman Agora, Hadrian's library, etc. Look up and see the night lit Acropolis from various angles. Walk up to Anafiotika for dinner.
May 19th, 2019, 08:54 AM
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If you aren't too pooped, have dinner in Lycabettus Hill: https://whyathens.com/lycabettus-hill/
DH and I were there many many moons ago and it was very pretty. According to the link above, it is easier to get to now.
DH and I were there many many moons ago and it was very pretty. According to the link above, it is easier to get to now.
May 19th, 2019, 06:30 PM
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>>> If you aren't too pooped, have dinner in Lycabettus Hill.
A major emphasis on aren't too pooped. There is a funicular up the hill, BUT, the station is practically half way up the hill. This means unless you are taking a ride up to the bottom station, you walk A LOT just to get to the funicular station.
A major emphasis on aren't too pooped. There is a funicular up the hill, BUT, the station is practically half way up the hill. This means unless you are taking a ride up to the bottom station, you walk A LOT just to get to the funicular station.
Jun 8th, 2019, 11:02 PM
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If it is Thursday watch a theatrical performance of Ancient Drama. Athinais theater Oedipus Rex... Perfect
Www.fimonoitheater.com
Www.fimonoitheater.com
