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Getting Around - Athens

Athens is a modern megalopolis offering its visitors numerous choices of transportation and, of course Piraeus, the largest port in the country. Included in these choices, are the super modern metro, trolleys, public transportation with buses, the suburban train and, naturally, the traditional yellow taxi cabs.

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ATHENS TAXI RATES

Everything about the current taxi rates in Athens

CAR RENTALS

Rent a car and get around

ATHENS TRAM

The time tables and information regarding the modern tram of Athens

Athens International Airport

HOT SPOTS - What we propose

SYNTAGMA METRO

The most beautiful metro station with impressive archaeological finds and the marvelous umbrellas structure by the sculptor Zogopoulos.

LYCABETTUS BY CABLE CAR

If you are downtown it is worth to go up to Lycabettus Hill by foot or cable car. The view from the highest point in Athens, all the way to the sea will more than compensate you.

THE BEST LOCATIONS IN ATHENS

Gastronomy

JACKSON HALL
Jackson Hall is an American sports bar with a great big twist to serve the appetites of its Greek public.... more
AIOLIS
Bar-Restaurant on the pedestrian walkway of Aiolou Street with nice music choices.... more
BUTCHER SHOP
Tavern in Gazi with emphasis on meat and traditional tastes. Perfect for large groups.... more
PAPAGALLINO
Successful confisserie chain to date, with 23 shops in the city and more in the provinces. Fine and particular... more
TO KIOUPI
This small, traditional, basement tavern has been operating since 1929 in the heart of Kolonaki Square (Filikis Etairias), serving delicious... more
PURE BLISS
Alternative multiplace, with unique drinks and dishes and events that foster the body and soul.... more
FASOLI
\"Trendy\" restaurant / kitchen based primarily on the Mediterranean cuisine, but also on \"exotic variations\"... more
KAFENEIO KAPETAN MICHALIS
Small hangout for snacks in the heart of the business district of Athens and an ideal place for quick breaks... more
KAVVOURAS
Very good Souvlaki, one of the best in Town. Good Prices, check it out!... more
EVER GREEN
Casual food bar on Korai Street. Favorite youth hangout with emphasis on sandwiches, salads and juices.... more
KITRINOS SKIOUROS
A timeless value with dishes from Brazil, which will surprise you with its atmosphere and its flavors. The Kaiprinia, it... more
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