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I love this city!!! My favorite parts were admiring all of the architecture and the history :) share any pics you have, I would love to see where you all went on your trip

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The best photo I took in Athens a few years ago was taken in Monastiraki:

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This is from a beach in Attica just outside of the city, I don't remember what its called but it was a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the city :) Best part of Athens is that its close to so many great beaches

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WOW these are amazing photos, thanks so much for sharing!!! ????
 
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This is from a beach in Attica just outside of the city, I don't remember what its called but it was a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the city :) Best part of Athens is that its close to so many great beaches

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We used to hang out at Varkiza beach, our friends who had a very big Water Sports business (we had the VW Classic Van parked permanently there.....(Used to sleep in too)....Astir Beach is one of my favourite!♥️
 
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My favorite part of Athens is the Plaka!

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Nice image,a lot different from the late 60s and 70s.... there used to be many open air Discos!
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They should bring them back!
 
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They should bring them back!
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Thanks, this made me laugh as I remember Santana's music in one Disco and suddenly Led Zeppelin in another and Credence Clear Water Revival in the distance.... didn't know which to dance to!?????.... Kalley Mera.
 
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Thanks, this made me laugh as I remember Santana's music in one Disco and suddenly Led Zeppelin in another and Credence Clear Water Revival in the distance.... didn't know which to dance to!?????.... Kalley Mera.
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Ahahah it would be Led Zeppelin for me :)
 
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I might be planning another trip to Athens and, oddly enough, I've never actually visited the Acropolis Museum. Every time I've been there, I've spent most of my time exploring the Acropolis itself, wandering through Plaka, or fitting in other sites, and somehow the museum has always ended up getting skipped.

This time I'm wondering if I should finally make time for it. I've heard great things, but I'm curious whether it's something that really adds to the experience of visiting the Acropolis or if it's better suited for people who are especially interested in archaeology and history.

For those of you who have been, did you feel it was one of the highlights of Athens? How much time would you recommend setting aside, and is there anything in particular that really stood out to you?

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I’m more interested in something different this time, maybe a great local area to wander, a good food spot, or even something closer to the port that still feels worth it.

Is it better to stay around Piraeus and explore there, or head into a specific neighborhood in Athens for a quick, focused experience?

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I may be taking a last-minute trip to Athens sometime in September or October, and I’m starting to look at hotel options. I keep seeing places near Syntagma Square, and I’m wondering whether that is a convenient area to stay.

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I’d also love to know what the area feels like in the evenings. Is it a good choice for someone who wants convenience and walkability, or would you recommend staying in a nearby neighborhood instead?

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I realized recently that even though I visit Athens about once a year, I’ve never actually paid attention to the sunset there. I don’t have a trip planned at the moment, I’m just gathering ideas for the future, but now I’m curious about the best places in the city to watch the sun go down.

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If you had to recommend your favorite places for a memorable sunset in Athens, where would you send someone who’s finally ready to pay attention?

Any must-try dessert spots in Athens?

I might be heading to Athens this summer, and I’ve already started making a mental list of all the food I want to try—but I feel like desserts deserve their own plan.

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