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Hello Athens for the 1St Timer Athens Hello Athens For the 1st Timer. Aug 2017 15 andrea gouvea jauntful.com/agouvea 1 4 8 16 7 10 13 6 11 2 ©OpenStreetMap contributors, ©Mapbox, ©Foursquare Φιλίππου 1 Chelsea Hotel 2 Psirri (Pittaki St) Pittaki 4 Greek Bar Dance Studio The food at Philippou is traditional and Coffee by day and a cocktail by night. Psirri, the gritty downtown district near no-frills, centred on the Greek classics The prices are low. The drink selection is Monastiraki Square, has been enjoying a they've been cooking up for nearly 100 wide and they also have some ‘meze’ certain boom these past years. It turned years. Everything is always top! selections for nibbles. from an underground district into a dynamic night hub, filled with alternative bars and cafés, vintage shops, 19 Xenokratous, Αθήνα Αρχιμήδους 1, Αθήνα and street art open-air museum. +30 21 0721 3190 +30 21 0756 3374 Akropolis Acropolis of Athens (Ακρόπολη ... 6 Propylaea (Προπύλαια) 7 Thissio (Θησείο) 8 Historic Site Historic Site Neighborhood The wider area of Thissio and the Acropolis Propylaea, the dominant entrance of the Τhe temple of god Hephaestus, known is one of the most historic areas in the Acropolis, was constructed from 437 until as Hephaesteion or Thissio, is located in world. Wandering around the birthplace of 432 b.C. according to the plans of the the area of Thissio and is one of the best Europe and the Western civilization, staring famous Athenian architect Mnesicles. maintained ancient Greek temples. at the Parthenon, Propylaea, the ancient agora and so much more is a unique cultural Ακρόπολη Αθηνών, Αθήνα experience that everyone should have, at +30 21 0321 4172 Ακρόπολη Αθηνών, Αθήνα least once. odysseus.culture.gr/h/3/eh351.jsp?obj_id=2384 odysseus.culture.gr/h/2/eh251.jsp?obj_id=974 Erechtheion Erechtheion (Ερέχθειο) 10 Parthenon (Παρθενώνας) 11 Plaka Historic Site Historic Site According to Greek mythology, the area of he Erechtheion is one of the most The Parthenon was established in 438 Explore the beauty of Athens’ old city the Erechtheion is the most sacred area on famous statues of the Acropolis and is B.C. as the most significant statue of the and a cultural mosaic composed through the hill of the Acropolis, as the site of the considered as a synonym of the Athenian Republic in order to honor the the passage of time. You will pass by contest between the gods Athena and Caryatides, six female figures at the goddess Athena, the patron of the city. small orthodox churches, a mosque, an Poseidon. As a result, the eastern part of columns. Ottoman bathhouse, the first university the Erechtheion is dedicated to Athena, of Greece, outdoor vendors and oodles while the western part is dedicated to Ακρόπολη Αθηνών, Αθήνα Ακρόπολη Αθηνών, Αθήνα of earthy Greek tavernas alike. Poseidon. odysseus.culture.gr/h/2/eh251.jsp?obj_id=973 odysseus.culture.gr/h/2/eh251.jsp?obj_id=912 Plaka (Πλάκα) 13 Exarcheia Exarcheia (Εξάρχεια) 15 National Garden (Εθνικός 16 Neighborhood Neighborhood Park Wait until the sun goes down and head Radical politics, anti-fascism and Exarcheia is a truly historic Athenian open all day long, giving you the out for a walk in the idyllic narrow anarchism are reflected all over neighborhood, which remains a “nucleus” opportunity to wander around for hours, streets of Plaka. Exarcheia, with slogans and graffiti art of cultural and political interaction. enjoying the shade of the palm trees and on the walls, as well as with self- the song of the nightingales. organized social structures. Λεωφ. Βασιλίσσης Αμαλίας 1, Αθήνα +30 21 0721 5019 cityofathens.gr/episkeptes/aksiotheata/diadromes-stin-istoria- tis-athinas/o-kipos-tis-athinas Sign up on Jauntful.com to make your own. Jauntful © 2016 Athens Hello Athens For the 1st Timer. Aug 2017 19 21 28 20 30 22 andrea gouvea jauntful.com/agouvea 25 17 29 26 24 18 27 31 32 ©OpenStreetMap contributors, ©Mapbox, ©Foursquare Museum of Cycladic Art (Μουσεί... 17 Acropolis Museum (Μουσείο 18 Orizontes of Lycabettus (Ορίζο... 19 Intrepid Fox 20 History Museum History Museum Mediterranean Bar one of the most important museums of This is undoubtedly one of the greatest take a bus from Panepistimiou Street or With its poster-covered walls, its pool prehistoric and ancient Greek art. museums in the world offering a unique the funicular from Aristippou Street. The table and its various live shows, the Fox historic and cultural experience and a end game is to enjoy the most amazing is a place where the party goes on until glimpse at ancient Greece at its height. view of Athens late in the morning. Νεοφύτου Δούκα 4, Αθήνα Διονυσίου Αρεοπαγίτου 15, Αθήνα Αριστίππου 1, Αθήνα Τριπτολέμου 30, Αθήνα +30 21 0722 8321 cycladic.gr +30 21 0900 0900 theacropolismuseum.gr +30 21 0721 0701 orizonteslycabettus.gr +30 21 0346 6055 Ιπποπόταμος 21 Minnie The Moocher 22 Daphne's Daphne's 24 Bar Cocktail Greek This rock bar has been around for a This bar is an institution. Established in a favorite spot for politicians, artists and One of the most famous Athenian while. At night, the casual vibe is still 1931, the bar plays swing jazz music in a celebrities in general, who visit Plaka and restaurants. palpable, with great music options and unique setting. Try one of their signature want to taste its traditional Greek and delicious and tasty drinks. cocktails. Mediterranean cuisine. Try seafood including squid, octopus and shrimps for appetizers and then taste the famous Λυσιστράτους 4, Αθήνα Δελφών 3Β, Αθήνα Τσακάλωφ 6, Αθήνα moussakas, as well as rabbit in sweet wine +30 21 0322 7971 +30 21 0363 4583 +30 21 0364 1686 and lamb fricassee. daphnesrestaurant.gr/index.php Ydria (Υδρία) 25 2Μαζί 26 Σκουμπρί 27 Cinco 28 Greek Modern Greek Restaurants Seafood Tapas delicious seafood in the heart of the Capturing the essence of classical Greek Proof that you needn’t stray too far This convivial spot combines the best of touristy district. try the traditional cuisine with excellent flavors and from the city center for first class Japanese, Spanish and Peruvian cuisines moussaka, pastitsio and souvlaki with a reasonable prices, this is 1 of the best seafood. Try grilled octopus infused with with a creative tapas twist. It also serves variety of drinks, from beer, wine to meals you’ll have in Athens. olive oil and oregano or mussels excellent and innovative cocktails. ouzo. saganaki. Ανδριανού 68, Αθήνα Νίκης 48, Αθήνα Δράκου 12, Κουκάκι Σκουφά 52-54, Αθήνα +30 21 0325 1619 ydria.gr +30 21 0322 2839 2mazi.gr +30 21 0921 0994 +30 21 0364 3624 cinco.gr Cycladic Cafe 29 Stinking Bishop 30 HOPS Beer & Burgers 31 The Fabrica Of Euphrosinos 32 Restaurant Gastropub Burgers Food Open for breakfast, lunch, and weekend It will fast become your favorite address Why choose between beer or burgers? a lovely destination for traditional Greek brunch, the café has a simple yet in town. Our must-try recommendation, Hops Beer and Burgers is an all-day bar cuisine with a twist. exquisite seasonal menu with authentic the beetroot risotto with goat cheese. that makes everyone happy. aromas of the Cyclades. Νεοφύτου Δούκα 4, Αθήνα Λουκιανού 36, Αθήνα Δράκου 10, Αθήνα 34 Anastasiou Zinni street, Athens +30 21 0722 8321 +30 21 3026 3656 +30 21 1013 6500 facebook.com/fabricaefrosinou/ Sign up on Jauntful.com to make your own. Jauntful © 2016 Athens Hello Athens For the 1st Timer. Aug 2017 33 andrea gouvea jauntful.com/agouvea 34 ©OpenStreetMap contributors, ©Mapbox, ©Foursquare Coco-Mat Hotel Athens 33 KINONÓ 34 Hotel Café For drinks and seafood with a touch of jazz, funk and soul. Πατριάρχου Ιωακείμ 36, Κολωνάκι Φαλήρου 48, Αθήνα +30 21 0723 0000 cocomatathens.com +30 21 1408 6826 Sign up on Jauntful.com to make your own. Jauntful © 2016.
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