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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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Thermal Bus Company, operated under Ethel, is the main bus operator in Athens. What’s unique about Athens’ bus system is that more than 200 of its buses are run on natural gas. The metropolitan area is also served with electric buses or the ILPAP. These buses are able to run on diesel in case of power failure. Taxis are common modes of transportation in Athens. They are inexpensive and in demand especially during rush hours. The Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is Athens’ state-of-the-art air terminal located near Spata. It services international and domestic flights and has gained recognition as “European Airport of the [...]

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$575 SAS Scandinavian Airlines
From To Departure Time
Boston, MA (BOS) Athens, GR (ATH) 04/26/2023 05:15 pm
Athens, GR (ATH) Boston, MA (BOS) 05/09/2023 12:30 pm
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$683 SAS Scandinavian Airlines
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San Francisco, CA (SFO) Athens, GR (ATH) 04/18/2023 08:25 pm
Athens, GR (ATH) San Francisco, CA (SFO) 04/25/2023 02:50 pm
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$764 British Airways
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Houston, TX (IAH) Athens, GR (ATH) 04/26/2023 08:50 pm
Athens, GR (ATH) Houston, TX (IAH) 05/09/2023 08:10 am
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From	To	Departure	Time
Boston, MA (BOS)	Athens, GR (ATH)	04/26/2023	05:15 pm
Athens, GR (ATH)	Boston, MA (BOS)	05/09/2023	12:30 pm

From	To	Departure	Time
San Francisco, CA (SFO)	Athens, GR (ATH)	04/18/2023	08:25 pm
Athens, GR (ATH)	San Francisco, CA (SFO)	04/25/2023	02:50 pm

From	To	Departure	Time
Houston, TX (IAH)	Athens, GR (ATH)	04/26/2023	08:50 pm
Athens, GR (ATH)	Houston, TX (IAH)	05/09/2023	08:10 am

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