The Athens International Airport, which is also known as "Elefthérios Venizélos" (famous Greek politician) began operation on 29 March 2001. It is the airport that serves the city of Athens and the region of Attica. The airport is the major hub and base for Olympic Air, as well as Aegean Airlines. The airport serves more than 16 million travellers annually.

Region: Attica

Place: athens, attika, Spata

The National Gallery was built in 1900 and is the most important institution about the history of Greek and Western european art in our country. In 1954, under the management of Marinos Kaligas, the gallery merged with Alexander Soutsou's legacy and has since been known as, "The National Gallery-Alexandros Soutzos Museum". Since the building's completion the institute is situated on the corner of Vasileos Alexandrou and Mihalakopoulou in the heart of Athens.

Region: Attica

Place: athens, attika

You will find here: Festivals and culture, Museums

The name Plaka stems from Arvanitika "Pliak Athena", meaning "Old Athens". Plaka has many archaeological sites of great importance. The first that will draw a visitor's attention is the famous Temple of the Winds is part of the ancient Roman Agora. It initially was a meteorological station from the first century built by the Syrian Astronomer Andronikos Kyrrhestes. The freize which represents the winds and their personalities is the most interesting part of the building and visitors must undoubtedly have a closer look.

Region: Attica

Place: athens, Monastiraki, Monument of Lysikrates, plaka, Roman Agora, Temple of the Winds, The Mosque

You will find here: Ancient monuments, Byzantine monuments, Medieval monuments, Religious Tourism

Plaka is one of the most and beautiful and picturesque areas of Athens. It is a part of the ancient town bellow the Acropolis.

It mainly comprises of narrow streets and old houses. People that visited it in the past may say that it was packed with cheap tavernas and loud night clubs full of drunk tourists, but in recent years it has had a face lift. The restaurants and tavernas are a lot nicer and the clubs are replaced by trendy and cute bars that attract tourists and locals alike.

In the day there are many shops, street artists, flower sellers and cafes for fun walks.

Region: Attica

Place: acropolis, athens, attika, Monastiraki, plaka, Syntagma

You will find here: Ancient monuments, Shopping

The following list consists of Athens Museums and Archaeological Sites that any visitor of Athens must visit.

The Acropolis:

* opening hours: Summer 8:00 - 19:30
* opening hours: Winter 8:30 - 15:00
* admission 12 euros

The Acropolis Museum:

* Closed on Mondays
* opening hours: 8:00 - 20:00
* admission 1 euro

The Ancient Agora:

* opening hours: Summer 08:30 - 19:30 (Mondays 11:00 - 19:30)
* opening hours Winter: 8:00 - 15:00
* admission 4 euros

Benaki Museum:

* closed on Tuesdays

Region: Attica

Place: acropolis, athens, athina, attika, greece

You will find here: Museums

Athens, the capital of greece can be accessed by boat as well as by air transportation.Both the port and the airport can be accessed by bus, train/suburban railroad or even taxi hire.

Region: Attica

Place: athens, center of athens, city of athens, Eleytherios Venizelos Airport, pireaus

You will find here: Ancient monuments, Festivals and culture, Museums, Sea resorts

In Athens, guests can choose to eat in a different way for every single day of their stay since numerous gourmet spots will satisfy their appetite. One can indulge in the traditional Greek cuisine of taverns and Mediterranean style restaurants. Moreover, those who prefer international or exotic gastronomy can choose from a wide variety of international cuisine restaurants. The price ranges vary, however, quality and hospitality remain above average. Finally, another significant factor adding to the appeal of a Greek restaurant would be the area of its location.

Region: Attica

Place: athens, center of athens, city of athens, peireaus, plaka, psirri, thiseon

You will find here: Ancient monuments, Beach, Byzantine monuments, Clubbing, Festivals and culture, Medieval monuments, Museums, Sea resorts

In Athens one can find a full range of hotels and alternative accommodation options. The city offers a variety of solutions in terms of accommodation according to ones personal style and budget. On the one hand, luxurious hotels can be found in the centre, where one can benefit from the vast diversity of activities that it offers. On the other hand, low budgeted alternatives such as youth hostels or even family hotels, can satisfy a visitor to the most.

Region: Attica

Place: athens, center of athens, city of athens, peireaus, plaka, psirri, thiseon