The Acropolis museum in Athens, is the most visited museum in Greece. Opened back in 2009, it is a purpose built, thoughtfully designed building, boasting an incredible collection of artifacts, and unparalleled views of the Acropolis itself.  Acropolis Museum Athens No trip to Athens is complete without spending time in the Acropolis Museum. This architectural delight was opened to the … [Read more...]

The Athens Airport metro connects Athens International Airport with Athens city center using the blue line. Popular stops include Syntagma Square, Monastiraki, and Piraeus Port. Athens International Airport Metro Station After arriving at Athens Eleftherios Venizelos Airport in Athens, Greece, you can travel into the center of Athens or directly to Piraeus Port using the fast and efficient … [Read more...]

Athens is considered a very safe destination to visit with a low crime rate. Take the usual precautions to avoid pickpocketing and scams when exploring Athens and you'll have a great time! Is Athens dangerous? How safe is Greece? Is Athens safe for tourists? I've been living in Athens since 2015, and find Athens to be one of the safest capital cities in the world. Violent crime is extremely … [Read more...]

The Acropolis and Parthenon, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Ancient Agora, Kerameikos, and Hadrian's Library number among the most important Athens ruins to see when visiting the capital of Greece. Ancient city of Athens, Greece Ancient Athens was the cultural heart of the classical Greek world. Between 508–322 BC, the city was a center for arts, philosophy, trade, learning, and … [Read more...]

Syntagma Metro Station is the hub of the Athens metro system. It also houses a very interesting little museum which is a part of the station itself. Read on to find out more about the Syntagma Metro Station Archaeological Collection. Syntagma Station Athens If you're planning a visit to Athens in Greece, the chances are that you'll visit Syntagma Square. This central point can make a good … [Read more...]