48 HOURS IN
ATHENS
GREECE
37.9838° N, 23.7275° E
Athens
Europe’s classical capital beckons with an electrifying blend of urban grit and ancient grandeur, delicious food and sweeping vistas. Athens is where the ancient and modern worlds collide to create something utterly spectacular. Centuries old Byzantine churches and classical buildings line cobbled streets, and sprawling neighbourhoods play host to buzzing bars, restaurants and cafes, where people pour out into the streets and bask in the heat of the day. The city’s art scene has abounded in recent years, with commercial galleries like The Breeder and Goulandris Foundation favoured hot spots for art enthusiasts. Athens exudes a charming energy and chaos, and at its heart, the gleaming marble of the Acropolis, which sits on a hill and is visible from almost all corners of the city – an ever-present reminder of the country’s age-old history.
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