What are some cool stuff to do in Athens?

The Benizelou Mansion is the only Ottoman-era residence that survives in Athens. Among the members of the aristocratic family to whom it once belonged was Revoula Benizelou (1522-1589), who became a nun known as Filothei and was ultimately canonized for her selfless philanthropy. read more

Find things to do in Athens – Discover tourist attractions, schedule tours, plan fun vacation sightseeing activities and book them all on Expedia. read more

Recently Athens was named one of the top 50 places to travel in 2014, so if there was ever a summer vacation to start saving up for, this is the one. Just in case you still don’t think there’s much more to Athens than Instagram photos of the Acropolis and eating your weight in olives and Feta, here are 15 must-see locations—all approved by Athenian locals —to prove you wrong. read more