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The ancient burial place Kerameikos
If you are at Athens, visit the Kerameikos, the ancient burial place of Athens. It is situated north east of the Acropolis. Some findings are also to see in the Kerameikos museum, the bigger part is shown at the national Museum. [...]
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City Park
This is a great park in the center of Athens there is a fun Park that lets you get away from the chaotic city for a while. It's good to know that the park turns into a homosexual's hang out at night, so don't visit the place after 7pm if [...]
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What you can see at the birthplace of democracy
Visit the museums of Athens in the lunch time, because the heat is at it´s maxmium during that time. PLan to visit all the other ancient buildings in the afternoon, but take a look at the opening times. [...]
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Guard change attraction at the Parliament
If you are in Athens and you have a little time, go to the Parliament and watch the guard change. This happens in every hour if I remember well. [...]
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Dont talk to guys standing in front of restaurants
Dont let yourself be torned in a restaurant by these guys, standing in front of restaurants. If you start to talk to them, you wont be able to get rid of them again. Just take yourself a look at the restaurant you want to go to. [...]
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Bring water with you to the Parthenon
Athens is extremely hot, so make sure that you always have enough to drink with you. Especially when you are climbing up to the Parthenon. [...]
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Athens Nightlife

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If there is one city that has a vivacious nightlife, it’s definitely Athens. Life in this city begins when the sun sets and nightlife here is described as sophisticated and also varied. There is a long list of clubs, restaurants and night spots at almost every street corner in Athens. People here obviously live to party. Traditional Music The streets of Plaka are full of tavernas offering traditional live music. Guests can try Taverna Mostrou or the Taverna Kritikou, known for their traditional Greek music and dancing. For low-key music, there’s Daphne’s, Nefeli, Diovenis and Stamatopoulou to name a few. [...]

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$565 SAS Scandinavian Airlines
From To Departure Time
Boston, MA (BOS) Athens, GR (ATH) 01/29/2025 05:45 pm
Athens, GR (ATH) Boston, MA (BOS) 02/19/2025 02:00 pm
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$653 SAS Scandinavian Airlines
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Atlanta, GA (ATL) Athens, GR (ATH) 02/10/2025 07:15 pm
Athens, GR (ATH) Atlanta, GA (ATL) 02/23/2025 01:30 pm
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$661 Multiple Airlines
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Vancouver, BC (YVR) Athens, GR (ATH) 02/25/2025 09:20 pm
Athens, GR (ATH) Vancouver, BC (YVR) 03/04/2025 07:45 am
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From	To	Departure	Time
Boston, MA (BOS)	Athens, GR (ATH)	01/29/2025	05:45 pm
Athens, GR (ATH)	Boston, MA (BOS)	02/19/2025	02:00 pm

From	To	Departure	Time
Atlanta, GA (ATL)	Athens, GR (ATH)	02/10/2025	07:15 pm
Athens, GR (ATH)	Atlanta, GA (ATL)	02/23/2025	01:30 pm

From	To	Departure	Time
Vancouver, BC (YVR)	Athens, GR (ATH)	02/25/2025	09:20 pm
Athens, GR (ATH)	Vancouver, BC (YVR)	03/04/2025	07:45 am

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