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Historical center of Athens, '''Acropolis, Syntagma, Plaka, Monastiraki, Psiri''' are in [[Athens]].
==Understand==
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===Acropolis===
The Athenian '''Acropolis''' is the ancient high city of [[Athens]], a prominent plateaued rock perched high above the modern city with commanding views and an amazing array of ancient architecture, mostly from the Classical period of Ancient Greece, the most famous of which is the Parthenon. A visit to Athens is not complete without visiting the Acropolis - hundreds of tourists each day accordingly make the pilgrimage.
===Plaka===
Gentrified during the 1990s and now very popular with tourists, '''Plaka''' is a charming historic district at the foot of the Acropolis, with its restored 19th century neoclassical homes, pedestrianized streets, shops and restaurants, and picturesque ruins from the city's Roman era. '''Thissio''', to the west side of the Acropolis, is very similar and now houses many restaurants and cafes. Between the two is '''Monastiraki''', a very bohemian district increasingly popular with tourists, with stores selling a variety of items including antiques, cookware, souvenirs, arts and crafts, movie posters, punk culture, funky clothing, and pretty much anything you can think of.
Another part of Plaka is '''Anafiotika''' and is located on the northermost place. There you will find the first university of Athens before it was relocated in central Athens. Its an oasis of calm and quietness, and there are many green spaces which are part of the green space of Acropolis.
Plaka's boundaries are not precisely defined. Clear borders are the Ancient Agora and Plateia Monastiraki on the west, the Acropolis and Dhionysiou Areopayitou street on the south, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Leoforos Amalias on the south-east, and the west part of Mitropoleos street, up to the cathedral on the north (but Mitropoleos street and Leoforos Amalias, though boundaries, shouldn't be considered part of Plaka, since they have a modern and fairly non-descript atmosphere). The north-eastern and eastern boundaries are a bit less well defined, but if you're south of Apollonos street and west of Nikis street you'll probably feel like you're still in Plaka.
===Syntagma Square===
Syntagma Square is named after the Greek constitution (''syntagma'') that was proclaimed from the balcony of the royal palace that overlooks the square on 3 September 1843. The former palace has housed the Greek parliament since 1935.
Syntagma Square is a good point from which to begin your orientation in the city - its also much better in appearance than it used to be even a few years ago: the manic Athenian traffic has been re-routed and a concerted effort at beautification has been in place - with some good results. Points of convenience include numerous cafes, restaurants and all the usual fast food outlets, a new metro stop, a host of airline offices, etcetera.
The square serves as an occasional rallying place for demonstrations and public celebrations.
==Get in==
Syntagma, Acropolis, Monastiraki, Thisio Metro stations are in the area.
Monastiraki station is served by both Metro lines 1 and 3, and serves as the best access point for Plaka and Psiri,
Acropoli station is on line 2, and serves as the best access point for Acropolis and Acropolis museum.
Driving and parking in this area is difficult.
==See==
===Ancient Buildings===
[[File:Parthenon night view.jpg|thumb|400px|The Parthenon - the largest temple on the Athenian Acropolis]]
* The '''Acropolis of Athens''' is open daily. Summer opening times: 8AM-7PM, Winter opening times: 8AM - sunset. Telephone: +30 210 3214172. Get there as early as possible to avoid heavy crowds, and summer heat when relevant. General admission is €12 but excellent concessions are available, as is free access to many categories of individuals, especially under-18s and European university students - check the official web site [http://odysseus.culture.gr/h/3/eh355.jsp?obj_id=2384]. There are also a limited number of free days for the public listed each year; again, check the website. The '''entrance to the Acropolis''' is off Theorias Street. From the Akropoli metro stop and New Acropolis Museum, walk west along Dionysiou Areopagitou Street and take the first right on to Theorias; from the Thissio metro stop west of Monastiraki, walk west to Apostolou Pavlou Street, turn left on it, and walk south to turn left on Theorias. From [[Plaka]], you can walk south up steep Mnisikleous Street as far as you can go and turn right on Theorias. The '''main archaeological site''' is surrounded by a large public area, a plethora of trees with beautiful stone-paved paths (designed by the great Greek architect Pikionis). A canteen with a wide range of food and drink is reached before you get to the ticket kiosk - but beware: refreshments are available only at exorbitant prices. You will definitely need a bottle of water with you in the hot summer, so either bring it with you or buy it from the kiosk on Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, just outside the entrance. There are water fountains within the site, but the water isn't always cold. Guides can nearly always be found offering to show you around - at a price - at the point where tickets are checked. An alternative will be a printed version of this article (info not yet added), or ask for the free leaflet published by the Archaeological Resources Fund (includes a ground plan of the site and valuable information on the various monuments). Some views will be marred by scaffolding. Many portions of the site are undergoing major, needed renovations. Following European regulations, disabled access to the Acropolis can be gained by means of special paths and a purpose-built lift [http://www.culture.gr/2/21/211/21101a/amea_acropolis.pdf] on the north face of the hill. Apparently this is only for the use of those in wheelchairs.
* {{see
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* {{see
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* The '''[http://odysseus.culture.gr/h/3/eh352.jsp?obj_id=2402 Roman Agora/Roman Forum]''' at the west end of Plaka, houses the Tower of the Winds, an eight sided tower with a different wind deity on each side. Also located here are the remains of ancient shops and a fountain. Shared ticket with Acropolis (€12).
* The '''[http://odysseus.culture.gr/h/3/eh351.jsp?obj_id=2485 Ancient Agora]''', just to the west of Plaka and easily walked to by following the pleasant section of Hadrian (Adrianou) Street leading west from Hadrian's Library, was formerly a political and administrative center of ancient Athens. The Temple of Hephaestus (5th century BC) is found here. The Stoa of Attalus has been turned into a museum [http://odysseus.culture.gr/h/1/eh151.jsp?obj_id=3290] housing relics found in the Agora. One of the oldest churches in Athens, Agias Apostoli (11th century), stands near the agora. Shared ticket with Acropolis (€12).
===Modern Buildings / Momuments===
[[Image:Tomb_of_the_unknow.jpg|thumb|260px|Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the bottom of the Greek Parliament]]
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*The '''Hellenic Parliament Building''' — Formerly the royal palace, lining the eastern side of the square and guarded by kilted and pom-pommed soldiers - the evzones (ev-zone-ees).
*The '''Hotel Grand Bretagne''' — Facing the northern edge of the square, the first and last word in opulence for Athenian accommodation, the result of many a world leader passing through Athens.
===Museums and galleries===
* {{see
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| content=Designed by Swiss star architect Bernard Tschumi at a site south of the Acropolis, this long-overdue replacement for the musty old museum opened in June 2009. Located in Makryanni just below the Acropolis, it's easily accessed from the Acropolis station of the Metro. Entry is €5.
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* {{see
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| content=22 Ag. Asomaton & 12 Dipilou Streets – Kerameikos. An excellent collection which anyone interested in Islamic art will want to see. The museum was opened in 2004 as a branch of the Benaki, but is in a different part of town in two connected buildings.
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* {{see
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| content=12 Theorias & Panos Streets, Plaka. Tues-Sun 8:30AM-3PM. A small but excellent museum displays artifacts from Mycenean Greece on, and includes some wonderful Persian artifacts.
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* {{see
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| content=1-3 Dioyenous, Plaka. A very interesting museum which includes exhibits of traditional Greek musical instruments, with recordings of most of them.
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* {{see
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| content=17 Kydathineon. An excellent museum of its type. Too often neglected by visitors to Athens, even though it is in the heavily touristed Plaka neighborhood. Artifacts, tools, primitive painting, folk pottery, and interior decor are only some of the arts featured, and it is particularly strong on costume and embroidery.
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* {{see
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| content= Situated in the old parliament building on Stadiou Street a little northwest of Sytagma Square, this museum contains a large collection of historic documents such as the first constitution of Greece, furniture, equipment from the revolution. If you are lucky you may see the old session room.
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* {{see
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| content= Situations just north of Syntagma Square, the building of the museum is one of the most beautiful in Athens, and was built by Ernst Ziller and was used as the residence in Athens of Schliemann. The collection contains thousands of ancient coins and ancient Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Medieval figurines.
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==Do==
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| name=The National Gardens | url= | email=
| address=behind the Parliament building | lat= | long= | directions=
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| content=Easily the coolest place to go to in order to hide from the blazing summer sun. Wander around, check out the quirky art that seems to sprout up every now and again, look on in disbelief at the "zoo", sit on one of the benches, marvel at the turtle pond, have a frappe in the cafe, and spot one of the resident tortoises exploring... it's a fun place to hang out.
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==Buy==
* In Athens, the '''Flea Market''' has two meanings. The sign next to Monastiraki station at the beginning of Ifaistou Street claims that you are entering "the Flea Market of Athens." Actually, that street is lined with second-hand and surplus shops of every description. Few of them are of much interest to the visitor, though towards the west end of the street there are some interesting shops selling old books, posters, and Greek and other music recordings. The real Flea Market is held on Sunday mornings in Plateia Avissinia at the western end of Ifaistou Street. There you will find an incredible assortment of used objects, antiques, and junk.
* '''Vrettos''' distillery (see below, under Drink) sells bottles of its own ouzo and other liqueurs.
* Among all the souvenir and second-hand stores in the area, '''Martinos''' at 50 Pandrossou (tel. 210/321-3110)stands out as a genuine antique shop, offering top quality items from Greece and the Eastern Mediterranean. Prices are also top of the line, so this is a shop for knowledgeable antique buyers in the market to do some serious spending. Remember that taking antiques out of Greece and into your own country may be subject to the laws of both countries and be sure you're familiar with them before taking anything old home.
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| content=Mahoosive shop selling CDs, DVDs, PCs, electronics,books, comics, stationary etc.
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==Eat==
[[Image:Plaka Restaurants.JPG|thumb|240px|Tavernas in the side streets of Plaka]]
===Souvlaki / Fast Food===
*{{eat
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| content=Kostas was recommend by a local as "the best Souvlaki in Athens." We went twice while we were there, and the simplicity of the location let the quality of the food shine on its own. It was delicious, and cheap compared even to other Souvlaki we had.
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*{{eat
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| content=It's the same everywhere, but here it has a slight Greek slant on things.
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* {{eat
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| content=original '''falafel''' and '''bagel'''
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At the end of Mitropoleos, just around the corner from the Metro station, is a trio of famous ''souvlaki'' shops — '''Thanasis''', '''Savvas''' and '''Bairaktaris''' (Μπαϊρακτάρης) — which are, depending on who you ask, the Mecca or the Hades of souvlaki lovers. At any of the three, if you take a seat and ask for a souvlaki, you'll be served a plate with meat, pita, and chips and expected to pay upwards of €9 for the privilege. On the other hand, if you just walk up to the cashier and order a ''pita-souvlaki'', you'll get the same stuff in a sandwich to take away and will pay only around €1.70 for it. If you have to pick just one of the three, Thanasis probably has a slight edge: they spice up their meat with a secret house blend and use a mustard-based condiment instead of the usual tzatziki.
===Budget===
Adrianou, which runs along the north side of the Acropolis from Thissio in the west to Plaka in the east, is packed with tavernas. Many are touristy and a little on the pricy side, so try to pick one that also has locals as customers. Expect to pay a little extra at any place that has views of the Acropolis!
===Mid-range===
* '''Vyzantino,''' at Kydathineon and Adrianou, at the epicenter of the Plaka tourist-quake, is significantly better and more authentic than the seemingly identical restaurants which line the streets of this intersection. Large portions of traditional Greek fare served in a pleasant outdoor seating area. Service is generally fast but can slow down when the tour groups crowd in.
* '''Platanos''' (4 Dioyenous, tel +30 210 322 1065) is one of the oldest tavernas in Plaka with a pleasant outdoor terrace under a huge plane tree, though some old Athens hands have complained that the food has gotten lackluster recently.
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| content=Also called '''Ta Bakaliarakia''' (which means "codcakes") (41 Kydathineon, claims to date back to 1865 and though it's recently been refurbished, it still looks very old. This is a really good, traditional, simple restaurant with authentic food, specializing in the eponymous codcakes, and serving excellent wine from the family vineyards. Formerly it was mostly closed in the summer months, but it has recently been found open in June.
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* '''Zeus Xenios''' (pronounced and sometimes spelled ''Zefs'' in modern Greek), at the very top of Mnesikleous Street, literally in the shadow of the Acropolis, offers quieter and less expensive dining than the many touristy tavernas lining Mnesikleous whose touts will try to snare you as you walk up the hill. The view isn't as spectacular as you might expect, but the outdoor seating is very pleasant and the traditional Greek dishes include some unusual ones, like grilled peppers in yogurt sauce. The cover charge includes a bottle of water, an appetizer plate, and garlic bread.
* {{eat
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| content=Leokoriou 20 (''at corner with Sarri street'') - Psiri. Open until 1:30AM.
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* {{eat
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| content=Taki 16 (on Psiri square). Refining "mezedopolio" with live music every evening. Open also on lunch hours.
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* {{eat
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| content=On Psiri square. Another "mezedopolio" with live music in an old restored building.
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* {{eat
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| content=Katsikogianni 5. On Agii Anargiri square -- Psiri. A "mezedopolio" where local singers sing rempetika music.
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* {{eat
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| content=Leokoriou 5 - Psiri - Thisio. Next to Ermou Street. The Bar - Restaurant of the O&B Athens Boutique Hotel, offers gourmet Greek Cuisine and all day food and coffee choices (breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, cocktails).
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===Splurge===
* {{eat
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| content=Is quite a remarkable restaurant, serving refined and creative innovations on traditional Greek dishes in a chic setting. Located on the square of the same name which is the venue of the main Athens flea market, this is an interesting place to come for lunch, where you can sit enjoying the upscale food and ambiance while looking out on the gritty bazaar of the Flea Market. Moderately expensive, and unfortunately no open wine, though they do have a short but well-chosen list of Greek bottled wines. Open for lunch and dinner. Those considering walking there for dinner from Plaka or the Monastiraki Metro should be aware that the intervening area, while fine by day and not known to be particularly dangerous even at night, it does take on an uncomfortable "Bladerunner" atmosphere after dark.
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==Drink==
* '''Oréa Ellás''' ("Beautiful Greece") with two entrances 59 Mitropóleos and 36 Pandhróssou, Monastiráki (but just a minute's walk from Plaka; the cafe is upstairs) is a combination cafe and gift shop, both of which ought to be better known than they are. The cafe, open all day but not after 6:00 pm, offers coffees and alcoholic drinks and a limited range of snacks and sweets, in a wonderful old fashioned setting with stunning views of the Acropolis out the windows. The shop, which has its own name of Kendro Ellinikis Paradosis (Center of Greek Tradition) is an excellent place to buy souvenirs, which are more expensive but vastly better than the tourist knick-knacks offered by the cheek-by-jowl tourist shops lining the street outside.
* {{drink
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| content= This sprawling cafe-restaurant that takes up a large part of Platía Paliás Agorás along Adhrianoú St. at the western end of Plaka, is a good place for daytime coffee or a before or after dinner drink. They also serve food, though if you're there for a meal you'll be directed to a different seating area, so tell the waiter when you arrive if you just want a drink. This is the most pleasant cafe in a square packed with them; despite the Plaka location it's relatively quiet, with snatches of views of antiquity from the mostly outdoor seating. Particularly popular with younger Greeks, though all ages and nationalities will feel comfortable. Prices average or slightly below for Plaka, which still means not cheap, though the ouzo comes in hefty shots, and if you order the giant "ouzo platter" (€25) of appetizers with them, it will easily suffice for three people.
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* '''Vrettos''' at 41 Kydathineon, Plaka is a very atmospheric 100 year old distillery which makes its own ouzo, brandy, and liqueurs, and sets up a bar at night where you can order them by the glass. They also offer wine tastings selected from 100s of Greek wines between 1000-1600.
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| content=Standard stuff, but has a nice air conditioned and quiet upstairs seating area overlooking the square.
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| content=A fun and quirky cafe tucked away in the back streets off Ermou. Fantastic decor, a kind of cross between a traditional English tea room, and some trippy journey into a fairy grove. Friendly staff. Tables, or cushions on the floor.
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==Sleep==
Plaka proper has a dozen or so hotels -- fewer than might be expected, considering what a tourist center it is. The good value ones tend to be well known and therefore fill up well in advance. It should be noted that some hotel advertisements and web sites use a flexible definition of "in Plaka;" if you want to stay in the neighborhood itself, it would be useful to look at the Plaka boundaries described on this page under Understand in conjunction with a street map.
===Budget===
* {{sleep
| name=Athens Backpackers | url= | email=
| address=12 Makri Street - Makryanni, Athens | lat= | long= | directions=
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| content=Standard backpacking hostel offering clean and comfortable beds, 24 hr receptions access, and discounted wi fi access. Great spot to meet other travellers.
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*{{sleep
| name=AthenStyle | url=http://www.athenstyle.com | email=info@athenstyle.com
| address=Ag. Theklas 10 Monastiraki | lat= | long= | directions=2 mins from Monastiraki metro station
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| content=Studios and hostel beds within walking distance of the metro. Each dorm has lockers. Artists have painted murals in the reception and some of the rooms, and there's a basement lounge with art exhibitions, pool table, home cimena and internet corner. The small rooftop bar is ideal for evening drinks. It produces a weekly art and culture guide. Yellow and green building!
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* {{sleep
| name=Hotel Dioskouros Athens | url=http://www.hoteldioskouros.com | email=hoteldioskouros@gmail.com
| address=6 Pittakou Street, Plaka , Athens | lat= | long= | directions=
| phone=+30 210 3248 165 | tollfree= | fax=0030 210 3233359
| hours= | price=€15-20 per person in high season
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| content=Offers simple accommodation and clean in a central location.
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* {{sleep
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===Mid-rate===
* {{sleep
| name=Acropolis View Hotel Athens | url= | email=
| address=Webster street 10, Athens | lat= | long= | directions=
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| content=Attention to detail is catered for in this hotel, with most rooms having a fresh lick of paint on them every year. Rooms are also equipped with central heating and A/C, private baths and mini fridges and some units have balconies. Price from €88 for a single room in high season.
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* {{sleep
| name=Hotel Acropolis House | alt= | url=http://www.acropolishouse.gr | email=htlacrhs@otenet.gr
| address=6-8 Kodrou, Plaka | lat= | long= | directions=
| phone=+30210 3226241, +30210 3222344-45 | tollfree= | fax=+30210 3244143
| price=bathroom ensuite is €87 (includes breakfast) | checkin= | checkout=
| content=The staff are very friendly and the hotel will hold your baggage if you are departing later in the day. Some of the older, more expensive rooms are very atmospheric; others are rather drab.
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* {{sleep
| name=Athos | alt= | url=http://www.athoshotel.gr/english/profile.htm | email=
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| content=Patrou 3. Nice hotel in Plaka with roof-garden with a view of the Acropolis.
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* {{sleep
| name=Central Hotel | url= | email=
| address=Apollonas St, Plaka, Athens | lat= | long= | directions=
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| content=Designed by architect Stelios Demos, this hotel fuses modern art design with a classical Greek touch. Restaurant, daily buffet breakfast. Priced from €128 for a standard room in the high season.
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* {{sleep
| name=O&B Athens Boutique Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.oandbhotel.com | email=
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| content=A small boutique hotel in the center of Athens, close to sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment.
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* {{sleep
| name=Hotel Omiros Athens | url= | email=
| address=15 Apollonos Str, Athens | lat= | long= | directions=
| phone=+30 210 32 25 891 | tollfree= | fax=
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| content=Totally renovated in 2004, each of the 40 rooms feature air conditioning, a television and a mini fridge.
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===Splurge===
* {{sleep
| name=Royal Olympic Hotel | url=http://www.royalolympic.com/ | email=
| address=28-34 Diakou Athanasiou | lat= | long= | directions=
| phone=+30 210-928-8400 | tollfree= | fax=
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| content= Situated right in front of the Temple of Zeus and just a few steps away from Plaka. Outdoor swimming pool, rooftop garden restaurant. Free wi fi and conference room available.
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* {{sleep
| name=Electra Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.electrahotels.gr | email=
| address=5, Ermou str. Syntagma Square | lat= | long= | directions=
| phone=+30 210 33-78-000 | tollfree= | fax=
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| content= The ELECTRA HOTEL Athens is a four star property, centrally located in the heart of Athens. It is within walking distance from all major historical sites and the business and commercial districts.
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* {{sleep
| name=Grande Bretagne Hotel | alt= | url= | email=
| address=Syntagma square | lat= | long= | directions=
| phone=+30 210 3330000 | tollfree= | fax=
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| content= Traditionally the "best hotel in town," this historic luxury hotel with gilded woods, fine fabrics, and chandeliers in the public areas has long been the accommodation of choice for visiting diplomats and power players. Prices from €300 ($470).
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| name=King George Palace | alt= | url=http://www.classicalhotels.com/?siteid=2 | email=
| address=3 Vassileos Georgiou A' St, Syntagma Square | lat= | long= | directions=
| phone=+30 210 32-22-210 | tollfree= | fax=
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| content= The King George delivers class and elegance throughout each of its 112 rooms. Some rooms have a view of the Acropolis, and the Royal Presidential Suite has a private outdoor pool. Wi fi access is available for business travelers. The Tudor restaurant on the 7th floor has views of the Acropolis.
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