A trip to Athens opens the door to some of Greece’s most recognizable attractions, from archaeological landmarks to areas known for shopping, dining, and city views. Best places to visit in Athens is ...

Because Athens, the capital of Greece, is one of the oldest cities in the world. Its history runs across 3,400 years. Human presence is said to have begun around the 11th and 7th millennia BC. It is ...

Athens is presented as one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, with ancient ruins standing inside a busy modern capital. The guide explains why most visitors focus on the Acropolis, ...

The high, low, and shoulder seasons all have their advantages. While summer is the high season for a classic beach vacation in the Greek Islands, off-peak periods are more suitable for exploring ...

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Athens is a city that's famously steeped in history and culture from the jaw-dropping ancient ruins tucked away throughout the city to fascinating museums on offer. You'll feel like you've stepped ...

THE WEEKEND: When it comes to combining thoughtfully preserved ancient archaeological sites with a cutting edge modern art scene, nowhere comes close to the revitalised Greek capital of Athens, Greece ...

Sarah Manguso is a freelance writer and author. Her work has appeared in Harper's Magazine, The Paris Review, and other publications. When we travel we bring home not just souvenirs but stories, the ...