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The Acropolis, Greece
The Acropolis, Greece's time machine, perched high above Athens (Photodisc)

Athens Family Highlights

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen
  • See the impressive Parthenon
  • Meander through Plaka, window shop and pause at cafés for snacks
  • Bargain for souvenirs at the Monastiráki Flea market
  • Enjoy the shady paths of the National Gardens
  • Take a boat daytrip to the island of Hydra and ride a donkey

Athens Overview

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen

The first glimpse of the Parthenon still amazes viewers even after 2,500 years. The Acropolis, meaning "high city" in Greek, sits high atop a rocky hill in Athens. Crowned by the Parthenon, it is the city's main draw for visitors, but the sprawling city offers plenty of other options for families as well. After the 2004 Olympics, Athens is also much easier on visitors, especially families, as a result of the improved parks and the pedestrian promenade linking many attractions in the historic area.

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Cape Sounio Grecotel Exclusive Resort
67 Km Athens-Sounio Road
Athens, Greece
Hotel Class: 5 class stars
Distance: 27.6 Miles
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Armonia Hotel
1 Armonias Street
Athens, Greece
Hotel Class: 2 class stars
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ELECTRA PALACE
NIKODIMOU 18
ATHENS, Greece
Hotel Class: 4 class stars
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Attractions

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Central Market
42 Athinas Street
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Distance: 0.8 Miles (from destination center)
Description: One of Europe's largest market halls can be... Read More
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The Acropolis
Dionysiou Areopayitou. Ticket booth, small post office, and snack bar are located slightly below the Acropolis entrance
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Distance: 0.9 Miles (from destination center)
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Childhood, Toys and Games Department of the Benaki Museum
1 Koumbari Street (off Vassilissis Sophias Avenue)
Athens, Greece
Distance: 1.7 Miles (from destination center)
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Villa Sxinias on the Sea
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Sleeps: 12
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, Balcony, CD Player, Central heating, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Freezer, Internet Access, Iron, Laundry, Microwave, Oceanfront, Oven, Patio, Phone, Refrigerator, Stove, Swimming Pool, TV, Towels
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Luxury,affordable holiday villas near sandy beach
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 8
Amenities: Air Conditioning, No Pets, Non-Smoking
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3 Bedroom VACATION HOME in ATHENS, GREECE
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 8
Amenities: Air Conditioning, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Freezer, Full kitchen, Internet Access, Iron, Linens, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Oven, Refrigerator, TV, Toaster, Utensils
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