December in Greece

If you are after the off-season discounts, light crowds and a colorful Christmas filled with traditions, then you should visit Greece in December.

Greece Itineraries: First Time Explorer

I’m often asked what I recommend for someone’s first vacation in Greece: places, landmarks, hotels, etc. After having to say the same thing over and over again, I started to think about writing a short guide with such tips and ideas. By no means, this is a “perfect” guide and I’m sure you’ll probably don’t…

Winter in Greece

A while ago, WhyGo Greece debated the Top 5 Reasons to Visit Greece during Winter . Now it’s time to discuss a bit more about what to actually do and where to go during the off-season.

Winter Itinerary in Greece

Winter in Greece can offer anything from mild , sunny days on the islands to snowy, cold days on the mainland. The best part about visiting Greece during winter is the possibility to experience the country as it’s not seen by the tourists who only come here during summer. After the crowds are gone, you…

The Ancient Agora of Athens

The Ancient Agora of Athens is the best example of an ancient Greek agora. It is located northwest of the Acropolis and within easy reach from Monastiraki square (and metro station). Opening hours and tickets The Ancient Agora is open, during winter, every day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. During the summer, you can…

Ferries from Athens to Aegina (and return) [Updated 2023]

The Aegina to Athens ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article. Aegina is located very close to Athens and is one of the most popular islands to take a day trip from Athens. Whether you want to buy pistachio directly from where it’s grown, or want to experience the island life without…

Ferries from Athens to Lesvos (and return) [updated 2023]

The Lesvos to Athens ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the post. If you are interested in spending time on the beautiful beaches of Lesvos, visiting the museums, checking out the traditional villages and monasteries or just hanging out in tavernas, then you should definitely plan to check out this beautiful island.

Sightseeing in Athens: Most Important Places to Visit

Prior to visiting Athens and during my stay in Athens I’ve read quite a lot of travel guides – both online and printed – and looked for various ideas and tips for visiting the most important archaeological sites in Greece’s capital.

Getting from Athens to Istanbul [updated 2023]

If you want to visit both Greece and Turkey, read about the travel options between Athens and Istanbul.

Ferries from Athens to Crete (and return) [Updated 2023]

The Crete to Athens ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article. Nothing is more romantic than approaching Crete by ferry. And if your budget is rather low, nothing is cheaper either! Ferries have become a very popular way to travel between the mainland and the islands, especially when you are looking to…

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