Hotel Stays & Getaways
Luxury Athens Escape: 1 Night Stay Inc Breakfast
While the heavenly Greek islands tend to top every traveler's bucket list, Athens is well-deserving of much more than just a quick stop en route to the country's plethora of seaside havens. Visitors with a passion for history and architecture will not want to miss the Acropolis, but there is more to the Greek capital than this unmissable sight. While the spectacular complex is a no-brainer, more treasures are awaiting those that are willing to not rush through the city.
The entire city is bursting with history: it truly is everywhere. A running joke amongst Athenians says that conducting street renovations in their city is next to impossible, as excavations always reveal new archaeological wonders! Jokes aside, the Athen's commitment to preserving its past has truly paid off. The city can feel like an enormous archaeological site, with mind-blowing attractions and artefacts at every corner.
Those looking to get their history fix beyond the impressive Acropolis, should not miss the grandiose Temple of the Olympian Zeus, built around 2500 years ago and considered one of the largest structures of its time. Often overlooked by tourists, the cemetery of Kerameikos is also stunning, with its tombs dating back to 2700 to 2000 BC. Wandering through its grounds, visitors will be able to spot parts of the Themistoclean Wall, built to protect the city from Spartan invaders in 478 BC. But there is probably no other site that shows Athens as a living, breathing history museum than the triumphal Hadrian's Arch.
With an endless array of historical sites, visitors interested in exploring the past should allocate at least two full days to Athens. The perfect gift for Athenian travellers is a one-night stay in any 4 or 5-star hotel in the city. Order a hotel gift card for Athens today!
How it works
• Purchase this gift voucher and print at home or send digitally to the recipient
• The recipient can browse and book any accommodation in Athens for their chosen dates
• The recipient will receive a booking confirmation detailing their trip
*Images displayed include examples of activities on offer in the destination and are not included in the getaway gift voucher.
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