Lonely Planet Pocket Athens [Paperback]

Discover twice the city in half the timeas Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Athens.

Thislatest editionuncovers the city's most popular experiences and unexpected surprises from exploring Athens Central market and its spice-laden streets; to seeing the historic starting point of the Panathenaic Procession at Kerameikos, the city's ancient burial ground; and touring the history of modern Greek painting at the sparkling National Gallery.

Build a trip to rememberwithLonely Planet'sPocketAthenstravel guide:

• OurPocketguidebook formatcontains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between1 - 7 days
• All-new structure and designthats easy to useso you can navigate Athens effortlessly
• Exciting Three Perfect Days itinerariesthat are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
• Eat, drink and shop like a localwith extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors
• Vibrant photography and mapsincluding apull out map of Athens
• Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapterintroduce each areas personality and unique experiences
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sightsfrom Acropolis to Ancient Agora and Filopappou Hill
• Essential information toolkitcontaining tips on arriving; navigating transport confidently; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel?
• Covers: Acropolis Area; Monastiraki & Psyrri; Syntagma & Plaka; Kolonaki & Ilisia; Pangrati & Mets; Exarhia, Omonia & Kypseli; Filopappou Hill, Thisio & Petralona; Keramikos, Gazi & Metaxourgioplus day trips toAthens Riviera; Temple of Poseidon at Sounion; Attica Wineries

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