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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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$763 Air Transat
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Miami, FL (MIA) Athens, GR (ATH) 05/31/2024 06:10 pm
Athens, GR (ATH) Miami, FL (MIA) 06/09/2024 11:25 am
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$834 SAS Scandinavian Airlines
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Newark, NJ (EWR) Athens, GR (ATH) 06/16/2024 05:30 pm
Athens, GR (ATH) Newark, NJ (EWR) 06/26/2024 09:30 pm
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$834 SAS Scandinavian Airlines
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New York, NY (JFK) Athens, GR (ATH) 06/16/2024 07:10 pm
Athens, GR (ATH) New York, NY (JFK) 06/26/2024 09:30 pm
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From	To	Departure	Time
Miami, FL (MIA)	Athens, GR (ATH)	05/31/2024	06:10 pm
Athens, GR (ATH)	Miami, FL (MIA)	06/09/2024	11:25 am

From	To	Departure	Time
Newark, NJ (EWR)	Athens, GR (ATH)	06/16/2024	05:30 pm
Athens, GR (ATH)	Newark, NJ (EWR)	06/26/2024	09:30 pm

From	To	Departure	Time
New York, NY (JFK)	Athens, GR (ATH)	06/16/2024	07:10 pm
Athens, GR (ATH)	New York, NY (JFK)	06/26/2024	09:30 pm

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