Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum
Located near the old neighbourhood of Athens, the New Museum of Acropolis is considered one of the best museums in Europe, meeting all standards expected from a museum of the 21st century. One of the most important reasons leading to the construction of the museum was the need to create a suitable space, in hopes of retrieving the Parthenon Marbles from the British Museum. The Acropolis Museum, whose construction was completed in 2007, is now home to many archaeological artifacts of the Acropolis. As a result, tourists can now connect to the past inside the facilities of one of the best modern museums and also enjoy a meal or a coffee at the Restaurant/Café which offers a great panoramic view of the city. Both the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum can be reached by the Sights of Athens hop-on hop-off buses, which serve stops (A4/P6 and A3/P5) just a breath away from the two sights. You may hop on the bus from any of our stops in Athens or Piraeus.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) is a multifunctional, sustainable destination for learning, culture, sports and recreation. It includes the new state-of-the-art facilities of the National Library of Greece, the Greek National Opera and the Stavros Niarchos Park, covering an area of 210,000 square meters. It aims at enriching the daily lives of Athenians while attracting visitors from all over the world. Its free programming, thanks to a Stavros Niarchos Foundation grant, includes sporting activities, classes and workshops, architectural tours, family activities, concerts, screenings and numerous other events, with the goal to remain open and accessible to all. It has become a new landmark in Athens and beyond; the New York Times included the SNFCC in their article on the 52 places to see in 2017. Within its first year of operation, its visitors reached 1.5 million. Situated 4.5 km from downtown Athens, in Kallithea, the SNFCC offers breathtaking views of Athens, Piraeus and the Saronic Gulf. The Lighthouse, its tallest point, located on top of the Greek National Opera, has a direct visual connection to the Acropolis Hill. SNFCC also includes conference facilities, food and beverage venues, playgrounds, rental bikes, and a seawater canal that is 400m long. It possesses one of the hardest to obtain sustainability verifications, the Platinum LEED certification. Designed by the internationally renowned Renzo Piano Building Workshop, the SNFCC is the single largest donation of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation and was delivered to the Greek citizens in late February.
Beaches in Athens
Greece is also known all around the world for its magnificent beaches, and for good reason. Start your tour of the Athenian Riviera from the Acropolis stop. The yellow line will take you from one of the greatest monuments of Athens to one of the most cosmopolitan areas of the entire country. Wander at the Marina Alimou, the largest marina of the country. Enjoy the sunset at Marina Flisvou while wandering beside the yachts or visit the zone’s many shops. Swim and sunbathe in Agios Kosmas. Visit the Glyfada Beach and even try out the Glyfada Golf Club. In the Glyfada Terminal, you may wander around the most cosmopolitan suburbs of the capital, enjoy the luxurious department stores and wind down at the beautiful cafes. Don’t miss out on the beach bar and taste a cocktail by the seaside! Voula and Vouliagmeni may have been associated with the beaches, but the area is a history lesson on its own. From the Allied Forces Cemetery to the Byzantine Museum, Vouliagmeni Line (green line) is certainly worth a visit. Relax at the beautiful beach of Kavouri Oceanis, one of the most popular beaches in Athens. Astir Beach is waiting to offer you an amazing experience at one of the best beaches of Athens. Vouliagmeni Lake, one of the most popular spots in Athens, is a wonder of natural beauty. Don’t miss out on a jump into the thermal baths and admire the breathtaking surroundings or just have a meal or coffee in an enchanting scenery. Enjoy this fusion of recreation and culture with the Sights of Athens Yellow and Green lines.
