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Athens & Attica: Sightseeing
Look here for information on Athens sightseeing and tours, the Acropolis and Parthenon, Tower of Winds, Roman Agora, temple of Zeus, temple of Poseidon, Kerameikos Cemetary, the Plaka, and many other ancient Greek sites in Athens, Greece, plus modern attractions.
Athens - Museums
A look at some favorites among the rich trove of Athenian museums.
Athens, Greece Tours
Athens Greece Tours - tours and short trips to take in and around Athens, Greece. Buy in dollars and avoid the high Euro exchange rates in Greece.
Attica - Cape Sounion
A visit at sunset to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon is one of those never-forget moments in Greece. From your About.com Guide.
The Acropolis and Parthenon
Fast facts on the Parthenon and the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. When it was built, who built it, and why it is so important to the Greeks, plus what you need to plan your visit.
Benaki Museum
Fascinating museum much favored by the Greeks themselves, with many exhibits by Greek artists from around the world. It also has an excellent Chinese art section.
Changing of the Guard
The Changing of the Guard at the Parliament Building in Athens Greece is a fun, free sightseeing experience.
Athens Double-Decker Buses
Athens has its own big red double-decker sightseeing bus, with recorded narration and a second-story level view of the monuments of Athens.
Visiting Vravrona
In the tranquil Attica countryside outside of Athens lies the temple complex of Vravrona, sometimes called, romantically, "The Parthenon of the Bear Maidens", a sacred site of the huntress-goddess Artemis.
Athena & Her Parthenon
Athena and the Parthenon - Quick facts about the Parthenon and Athena, the Greek Goddess of Wisdom, from deTraci Regula.
Lycabettus Hill
Done the Acropolis already? Athens still can take you to the heights at Lycabettus Hill.
National Archaeological Museum of Athens
The must-see flagship museum of Greece boasts an amazing collection of statues, ceramics, gold jewelry, and much more - plus a great gift shop.
National Gardens
Wandering in the National Gardens is a great way to unwind from the frenetic streets of Athens, Greece just a few paces away.
Discovering Western Attica
Western Attica is easy to reach from Athens, Greece but feels a world away. Discover this as-yet neglected region and find beautiful vistas, rare archaeological sites, and much lower rates than its big-city sister.
Group Trips to Greece
The Athens Happy Train is a toylike "train" which winds through the narrow streets of central Athens and the Plaka area.
Haven of Artemis - Vravrona (Brauron)
Enjoy a virtual visit to the serene temple of Artemis at Vravrona, and its rural museum.
Images of Vravrona
Viewing Vravrona - Picture gallery of Vravrona (Brauron) and its temple of Artemis
Nautical Museum of Greece - Piraeus
Like ships? You'll adore this museum with its extensive collection of paintings, models, artifacts and maps devoted to the ships of Greece, both ancient and modern.
New Acropolis Museum
New Acropolis Museum
Omonia Square
Omonia Square in Athens, Greece - One of the hubs of the Athens transportation system with a Metro station and bus stops as well as key City of Athens offices.
Panathenaic Stadium
The Panathenaic Stadium in Athens, Greece was the site of the first modern Olympics and was also the site of events during the Athens 2004 Olympic Games. It has recently reopened to the public after several years of renovations.
Pictures of the Acropolis and Parthenon
The Acropolis and Parthenon - dozens of pictures of this famous attraction in Athens, Greece.
Private Museum Tours in Athens
Want to avoid the hustle and bustle of a group museum tour joined at the last minute? You can arrange your own private tour of some of the top museums in Athens, Greece
Private Tours in Athens
Greece Travel - booking a private tour in Greece. How to find a private tour of Athens, book a personal shore excursion from a cruise ship in Greece, find a private taxi driver for your stay in Greece.
Syntagma Square
All roads in Athens seem to lead you to Syntagma Square - at least, the public transportation does.
The Zappeion
The Zappeion is worth a wander even if there is no event going on there; the architecture is beautiful and evokes what ancient Greece may have been like.
Top Attractions in Athens, Greece
Traveling to Greece? Check out these must-see monuments and attractions in Athens, Greece.
Western Attica
Western Attica
Acropolis Video
Experience the Acropolis as if you're there yourself with this video of the Acropolis and Parthenon.
Images of Vravrona
Viewing Vravrona - Picture gallery of Vravrona (Brauron) and its temple of Artemis
Pictures of the Acropolis and Parthenon
The Acropolis and Parthenon - dozens of pictures of this famous attraction in Athens, Greece.
Western Attica
Western Attica
Athens Sightseeing Bus
For just 5 Euro, you can get to most of the monuments and attractions in Athens with this easy alternative to high-priced tours.
Athens - Museums
The Athens News provides a complete listing of all the Athens-area museums, including obscure ones, with hours and ticket prices, plus event information.
Museum of Cycladic Art
Well worth taking a look, this beautifully designed museum in Athens also has a terrific web site.
Old Buildings of Athens
Great illustrated article on the often-overlooked modern architecture of Athens. Read it and you won't see Athens the same way again.
Animals at the Attica Zoo
Great photos of the birds at the new zoo near the airport at Spata. From Matt Barrett.
National Gallery of Greece - Athens
Greece's flagship art museum in Athens, Greece offers a great permanent collection interesting exhibits throughout the year.
New Acropolis Museum
The New Acropolis Museum in Athens is a powerful and controversial new structure at the base of the Acropolis.
National Gallery of Greece - Athens
Don't miss this museum, which is an excellent recap of the history of Greece, ancient and modern, thought works of art.
A timepiece withstands time
This dramatic tower has withstood the ravages of time in the heart of Athens.
Arts and Culture Venues in Athens
Want more than major monuments and ruins? There is much more to the arts and culture scene in Athens Greece, much of it sadly missed by the average traveler.
Top Ten Destinations of Greece - #3
For many visitors to Greece, a trip to Cape Sounion is an essential for the grand view of the Aegean Sea.
Multi-day Bargain Ticket Packages for Sightseeing in Greece
Determined sightseer? These 7-day tickets for sightseeing in Athens and Attica may help your budget and encourage you to visit some extra sites in Greece.