Day 2: Athens City Tour

​May 26th - Our Athens city tour will begin with a visit to the Acropolis, where we’ll explore its iconic monuments—the Parthenon, Erechtheion, Temple of Athena Nike, and the Propylaea. From the hilltop, panoramic views stretch over the Odeon of Herodus Atticus, the Theatre of Dionysus, and the Areopagus. We’ll continue to the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, and the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympics were held in 1896.
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We’ll witness the changing of the guard at the Presidential Palacebefore driving past Athens’ cultural landmarks, including the Parliament, Constitution Square, and the neoclassical Athens Trilogy. A scenic stop at Lycabettus Hill will offer sweeping views of the city.
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Later, we’ll stroll through Plaka and the Flea Market for local delicacies and shopping. If time allows, we may also visit the Ancient Agora, the Roman Forum, and Socrates’ Prison. The day will conclude with a visit to either the New Acropolis Museum or the National Archaeological Museum—both offering a perfect ending to our exploration of this timeless city. (B)