Athens, Greece from US$631

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Created: Monday, July 1, 2024

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Athens takes its name after the goddess of wisdom Athena, who is celebrated by the magnificent Acropolis, which overlooks the modern, cosmopolitan city that Athens is today. Athens is one of the world’s oldest cities and it is the birthplace of western philosophy, democracy and theater. Up to this date, the Greek capital remains a major worldwide centre of culture, with its historic centre, iconic classical sites and museums filled with ancient Greece artefacts. The Acropolis, crowned by the emblematic Parthenon, has been proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cars were banned from the historic centre, which has become the most striking pedestrian promenade in Europe. In this archeological Park, visitors will witness the contrasting nature of this ancient metropolis being able to visit the New Acropolis Museum, a high-tech modern structure with light and airy exhibition spaces as well as the National Archaeological Museum, the largest archeological museum in Greece built in the 19th century and devoted to ancient Greek art. The Acropolis and Mount Lycavittos, the city’s highest points, are used as orientation since they are visible from most places in the Plaka, the old historical neighborhood. The Plaka is under the Acropolis and stretches almost to Syntagma, home of to the Greek Parliament. For a taste of the hedonistic Athenian lifestyle one should visit Monastiraki, where locals go to eat, drink and mingle. The night time belongs to Psirri, a vibrant neighbourhood known for its bars, live music venues and exciting nightclubs. Southeast of the city centre, a glorious stretch of coast affords dreamy views over the glistening blue Aegean Sea. Surely few European capitals can claim sandy beaches and clean water for swimming within such easy access. Athens therefore offers the best of both worlds – a fantastic city break as well as a lazy beach holiday. Athenians are surprisingly friendly and outgoing and their enthusiasm for life’s pleasurable pursuits is so infectious that even the stiffest traveler will take time out for endless coffees and evening strolls, dine out until late and enjoy the city’s nightlife, long after the rest of Europe has gone to bed.

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13 Sep

Transport from Beirut to Athens

Departure

Middle East Airlines - ME251

09:30 - Beirut, Rafic Hariri Intl (BEY)

11:25 - Athens, Eleftherios Venizelos Intl (ATH)

1 PC Nonstop

Transport: ME251

Cabin Class: Economy

13 Sep

Accomodation

3 Nights

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Lotus Inn 8.6 Very good

Athens - At 1.1 km from the centerBED AND BREAKFAST90 Ermou St., Athens 10554 Double Room, City View

With a stay at Lotus Inn in Athens (Athens City Centre), you'll be steps from Ermou Street and Monastiraki Flea Market. This spa hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Acropolis and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Syntagma Square.Pamper yourself with onsite massages or make use of the other amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours).Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.

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16 Sep

Transport from Athens to Beirut

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