Athens
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Aventura extrema en Athens: Adrenalina pura

Vive la aventura en Athens con actividades que desafiarán tus límites.

City
4 days
Greece
City: Athens

Athens, the historic capital of Europe, is a city where 3,000 years of history coexist with a modern, vibrant and sometimes chaotic metropolis. Crowned by the Acropolis, a timeless testament to humanity's achievements, Athens' cityscape is a mix of ancient ruins, majestic temples and neoclassical neighborhoods. Cradle of democracy, philosophy and theater, walking through Athens is walking through the same streets as Socrates and Plato, in a city that pulsates with the energy of its cafes, its markets and its inexhaustible Mediterranean spirit.

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A dramatic urban beauty, defined by the rocky hills that rise in the middle of the city and its proximity to the sea.

Excursiones

Day Trips

Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon

A trip along the coast to the southern tip of the Attica peninsula to see the Temple of Poseidon, especially magical during the sunset over the Aegean Sea.

Delphi (Delphi)

Considered the 'navel of the world' by the ancient Greeks. A spectacular archaeological site on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, home of the famous Oracle.

Saronic Islands (Hydra, Poros, Aegina)

A day trip by ferry or cruise to visit three islands near Athens, each with its own charm: the car-free glamor of Hydra, the greenery of Poros and the pistachios of Aegina.

Mycenae and Epidaurus

A journey to the heart of the Mycenaean civilization to see the legendary city of Agamemnon (Mycenae) and the ancient theater of Epidaurus, with its perfect acoustics.

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Nature

85

A dramatic urban beauty, defined by the rocky hills that rise in the middle of the city and its proximity to the sea.

The view of the Acropolis illuminated at night is magical.The panoramic views from Lycabettus Hill are spectacular.The Athens Riviera offers beautiful beaches within walking distance.
Concrete urban sprawl can be visually shocking.

Safety

72

A safe city, where the main concern is petty theft in the subway and busy areas.

Low rates of violent crime.The resort is busy and feels safe.
Pickpockets are a problem on the metro (especially on the line to the airport) and in Monastiraki.

Transport

90

A modern and efficient metro system is the backbone of the city's transportation.

The metro is clean, fast and connects all important points, including the airport.Many metro stations are small museums with archaeological finds found during their construction.
The bus and trolleybus network can be more chaotic and difficult to understand.
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Tips for Adventure

The best views of the Acropolis

Climb Philopappos Hill at sunset. You will have the most spectacular and photogenic view of the Parthenon, with fewer people than at other viewpoints.

Visit a farmers market ('Laiki Agora')

Each neighborhood has its 'laiki' one day a week. It is a vibrant street market where locals buy fruits, vegetables and other fresh produce. An explosion of colors, smells and sounds.

Gestures: Yes and No

A slight downward movement of the head means 'yes'. A single upward movement of the head, often accompanied by a click of the tongue, means 'no'.

Relax

The pace of life is slower and more relaxed. Don't stress if the service is slow; It is part of the Mediterranean culture.

Protect yourself from the sun

In summer, the sun is very strong. Wear a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and drink plenty of water. Avoid visiting archaeological sites at midday.

Tap water is drinkable

Tap water in Athens is safe to drink.

Beware of pickpockets on the subway

They are the main security risk. They operate in the metro, especially on the line to/from the airport and at busy stations such as Syntagma and Monastiraki.

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