Plaka is Athens' oldest neighborhood and a must-visit destination! Its charming cobblestone walking streets are lined with ...

The beautiful, historical neighborhood of Plaka, located under the Acropolis, is largely residential. Still, its assortment of restaurants and cafes keep it swarming with tourists each summer. You can ...

Athens, the birthplace of democracy and cradle of Western civilization, beckons travelers with its ancient ruins, vibrant energy, and sun-drenched charm. Whether you’re a history buff, a culture ...

There are several famous neighborhoods and squares in Athens with strange names, whose origins even Athenians are unaware of.

The Acropolis, the hill in central Athens whose ruins include the Parthenon, draws so many tourists that the Greek government has capped daily visitors and raised the cost of entry. But for a lucky ...

No doubt, Athens’ magnificent ruins account for the city’s place atop many-a-traveler’s wish list. Alas, these days the city’s finances are in roughly the same shape as its monuments. But, tourism ...

I was freezing, so I ducked into a restaurant hoping to sit by a cozy fire, but the place was filled with smoke. So I sat outdoors on the patio and, ordering veal, was surprised when a huge chunk of ...

YOU’LL have heard of Night At The Museum. Well, I spent three days and nights wandering around a living museum. Welcome to ...

A trip to Athens, Greece should be high on most anyone's bucket list of international destinations to experience in a lifetime. Widely known as the historical capital of Europe and the "cradle of ...