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Guide to 5 Amazing Things to Do in Athens

Are you planning to visit Athens? Here is a list of the 5 best things to do in Athens.

By Cruise Booking Team

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Greece was the ancient land of craft and culture. Every discipline including philosophy, politics, economics and lifestyle used to be discussed and exercised in the early Greek gymnasiums. Greece is considered the home of Western civilization. Seneca, Sophocles, Euripides and Aristophanes.

 

Who isn’t aware of the Greek scholars like Socrates, Plato, Aristotle and Pythagoras? Above all, Greece is famous for producing two of the finest world epics - the Iliad and the Odyssey. Homer reshaped the genre of epic with these two creations.

Apart from the glory of the bygone days, Greece has found its place in the modern world as one of the most picturesque countries in the world. While the traces of ancient civilization such as the ruins of Athens will introduce you to the marvelous past, various museums curate the creative juice of today’s Greek artists as well.

How about planning a cruise to Greece? You can enjoy the enchanting beauty of various Greek islands if you take the sea route. In this article, you will get all the necessary information on the 5 best things to do in Athens.

All You Need to Know About the Amazing Things to Do in Athens

1. All-Day Cruise to the Greek Islands

Escape the jostling crowd of the city and escape to the serene silence of the Mediterranean Sea. Enjoy a day’s cruise trip to Aegina, Moni, and Agistri islands. Located right at the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, these islands offer you divine scenic beauty. Truly regarded as the photographer’s paradise, a cruise trip to these islands could well be the antidote for you to escape urban lifestyle.

You can stop by on the way to these islands on various beaches to enjoy a round of snorkeling. The clear water of these beaches is ideal for swimming. You will come across many people swimming around these pristine beaches.

The islands are treasured as three prime islands that hold the traces of ancient Greek temples. If you are fortunate, you will come across a few wild peacocks on these islands. Last but not the least, the cruise tours to these islands come with the perks of having an authentic Greek lunch on board.

2. Adventurous Voyage to the Lycabettus Hill

Lycabettus hill is the highest peak in Athens and it offers you photogenic moments throughout the day. On the top of the hill, the famous Athenian church Agios Georgios is situated which draws hundreds of tourists every day. You should climb up the hill to enjoy the thrill of the Lycabettus and the magnificent view.

Being an intricate part of Greek history, the Lycabettus hill is well preserved by the administration. There are many restaurants on the hill that serve authentic Greek cuisine.

3. Cruise Across the Legendary Saronic Gulf

Poros and Hydra are two enchanting islands on the Saronic Gulf. A cruise to these islands will make your stay in Athens more enjoyable. Discover the true essence of ancient Greece on Poros Island where you will come across multiple relics.

Cruises to these islands are filled with lots of activities. If you are looking for things to do in Athens, a lavish cruise is certainly a wonderful choice. You will get to listen to Greek music and watch live shows on board and experience authentic greek cuisine.

4. Book a Luxury Catamaran Cruise for the Ultimate Experience

You won’t regret an extravagant catamaran trip in the Greek islands. Athens riviera draws millions of tourists every year. Join the community of cruise lovers on a magical catamaran trip.

5. Pay a Brief Visit to the Delphi Archaeological Museum

Delphi is a place of heritage and monuments. The major attraction of Delphi is the archaeological museum. The museum preserves some of the most precious antique relics that earned it the reputation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

You can plan a day’s trip from Athens and come back by evening to enjoy a glass of Greek wine by the Mediterranean Sea.

Endnotes

Enjoy the enthralling beauty of Athens with a luxurious cruise. On a tour of the mythical Greek islands, you can enjoy more than just these things in Athens. All you have to do now is book a trip to this exotic place and participate in all of these exciting activities. You can choose from a variety of cruise alternatives to begin your Greek adventure. So head over to CruiseBooking.com and secure your ticket for this incredible location.

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