Acropolis

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Acropolis
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“An acropolis was the settlement of an upper part of an ancient Greek city, especially a citadel, and frequently a hill with precipitous sides, mainly chosen for purposes of defense. The term is typically used to refer to the Acropolis of Athens, yet nearly every Greek city had an acropolis of its…”
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Condé Nast TravelerMar 7

I Live in Athens and These Are the Places in Greece I Always Recommend

The ultimate travel bucket list for visiting Greece, curated by an Athens-based editor.

home to the Odeon of Herodes and Theatre of Dionysus

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 29, 2025

The Best Time to Visit Greece—and How Long to Stay

Whether you’re looking for buzzy beaches or a quiet coastal escape, here’s the best time to visit Greece.

Cultural site in Athens, perfect for hiking

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  • AcropolisAttractionCultural site in Athens, perfect for hiking
  • MonastirakiNeighborhoodThe area is home to clothing boutiques, souvenir shops and specialty stores, and is a major tourist attraction in…
  • PlakaNeighborhood
  • Elsewhere
  • Temple of Apollo at DelphiSightDelphi, GreeceCultural site, best visited in cooler weather
  • Knossos PalaceSightHeraklion, GreecePalace on the island of Crete
  • SantoriniSightThira, GreeceIsland known for iconic sunsets and volcanic beaches
  • MeteoraSightKalabaka, GreeceMainland cultural site, good for day trips
  • CreteSightHeraklion, GreeceIsland offering archaeological wonders
  • Akrotiri archaeological siteSightThira, GreeceWell-preserved Minoan ruins on Santorini
  • PeloponneseSightPatras, Greece
  • OiaSightThira, Greece
  • Mykonos Grand HotelHotelMykonos, Greece
  • Mykonos BluHotelMykonos, Greece
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