Athens International Airport 9 min
Lake Vouliagmeni (28 min) Changing rooms, beach chairs & umbrellas at this scenic natural lake with thermal mineral water. Byzantine And Christian Museum (33 min) Museum displaying frescoes, paintings, sculptures & artifacts from as far back as the 3rd century. Museum of Cycladic Art (36 min) Museum featuring ancient Cycladic sculptures & artifacts, with kid-friendly activities & exhibits. National Garden (37 min) Big historic park with native & exotic plants, plus archeological remains & a children's library. Attica Zoological Park (18 min) Large zoological park with diverse species, dolphin & bird shows, picnic areas & a cafe. Panathenaic Stadium (33 min) Site of the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now hosting ceremonial events & live music concerts. Archaeological Site of Brauron (13 min) Archaeological site featuring remains of ancient temples & shrines, with a nearby museum. Mount Lycabettus (37 min) This prominent limestone peak features a cable car, open-air concert venue & panoramic views. Athens War Museum (33 min) Museum and history Benaki Museum (37 min) Former family mansion of an art collector, with displays on Greek culture from prehistory onwards. Hymettus (1 hr 8) Mountain range featuring views of Athens, neighboring peaks & sunsets from its slopes. National Art Gallery (31 min) Hadrian's Arch (36 min) This arch-shaped marble gateway with Corinthian columns is named for an ancient Roman emperor. Temple of Olympian Zeus (36 min) Vast temple begun in 6th century B.C. on the site of an ancient outdoor sanctuary dedicated to Zeus. Goulandris Museum (32 min) Art gallery designed by architect I.M. Pei, with works by artists including Picasso, Monet & Degas. |