Athens Travel Tips, Greece

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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 is one of the places in the world that has a lot remains of its ancient history. A day is not enough to explore the rich history of this classic place, with its breathtaking views and architectures. If you are clueless where to start, you may want to go to Plaka as this is the center of old Athens. A good starting point for walk to the main sites would be the center of modern day Athens, Sindagma Square. Listed below are the popular sites of Athens worth visiting. The Acropolis This is also known as the “sacred rock” and served as the residential area back in the Neolithic period. Contrary to what most people think, [...]

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From To Departure Time
New York, NY (JFK) Athens, GR (ATH) 06/26/2012 12:50 pm
Athens, GR (ATH) New York, NY (JFK) 07/10/2012 09:50 pm
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$1265 Major Carrier
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Boston, MA (BOS) Athens, GR (ATH) 08/21/2012 08:15 am
Athens, GR (ATH) Boston, MA (BOS) 09/11/2012 02:50 pm
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$1271 Major Carrier
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Newark, NJ (EWR) Athens, GR (ATH) 06/26/2012 09:25 pm
Athens, GR (ATH) Newark, NJ (EWR) 07/10/2012 02:50 pm
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From	To	Departure	Time
New York, NY (JFK)	Athens, GR (ATH)	06/26/2012	12:50 pm
Athens, GR (ATH)	New York, NY (JFK)	07/10/2012	09:50 pm

From	To	Departure	Time
Boston, MA (BOS)	Athens, GR (ATH)	08/21/2012	08:15 am
Athens, GR (ATH)	Boston, MA (BOS)	09/11/2012	02:50 pm

From	To	Departure	Time
Newark, NJ (EWR)	Athens, GR (ATH)	06/26/2012	09:25 pm
Athens, GR (ATH)	Newark, NJ (EWR)	07/10/2012	02:50 pm

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