I recently completed a 2 day bike tour around Athens, cycling to Sounion and back. If you are thinking of cycling in Athens or want to follow the same 2 day Athens bike tour, you'll hopefully find this information of some help. I've included videos I made on the bike tour around Athens, thoughts on cycling in the city, and even news of a cycling path!Athens Bike Tour in February At the … [Read more...]

The Athens War Museum is located a short walk away from Syntagma Square. One of the largest museums in Athens, the War Museum exhibits weapons and memorabilia connected with the Greek Armed Forces. Athens War Museum Few countries have known so much conflict and instability since their creation than Greece. The Greek War of Independence, The Balkans War, World War 1, World War 2, the Greek … [Read more...]

Combining cosmopolitan chic and quaint laid-back elegance, Hydra island in Greece is located close to Athens. Just two hours away, an Athens day trip to Hydra is the perfect way to experience this charming and unique island.Hydra Island in GreeceHydra is one of the Saronic islands located in the Aegean sea. Due to its reasonably close location with Athens, it has long been a weekend … [Read more...]

The Cape Sounion tour from Athens is a popular half-day trip normally taken in the afternoon. Visit the magnificent Temple of Poseidon and see a spectacular sunset from one of the most picturesque places in Greece!Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon One of the most popular day trips from Athens is the Cape Sounion tour. This half-day excursion leaves the city and follows the coastline … [Read more...]

An Acropolis guided tour is the ideal way to appreciate the most famous site in Athens. Choose an Acropolis tour which also includes the Acropolis museum, and you'll get a deeper insight into Athens and ancient Greece.The Acropolis of AthensThe Acropolis is the ancient citadel in Athens that looms high over its center. It's the most famous landmark in Athens, and one of the most … [Read more...]