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Table with Greek street food in Athens: fries, souvlaki, bread, wraps and dips in

From Zeus to sunset – Sightseeing & more in Athens

Want to discover Athens? Join us for a day full of culture, delicious food, and unexpected surprises! From the Olympian Zeus to expensive frappés and a chaotic Uber experience – you won't be bored.

Two glasses of Greek frappé with straws on a table, in the background a woman and other café guests in Athens
Fallen column section of the Temple of Zeus in Athens with delicate decorations in the archaeological site
Greek food served on a glass table with feta in olive oil, dips, fries, meat skewers, bread and filled wraps in a holiday apartment.
Close-up of a Greek frappé in a glass with ice cubes on a reflective table in a street cafe in Athens.
Close-up of a Corinthian column from the Temple of Zeus in Athens with visible decorations and blue sky in the background.
Greek pasta such as spanakopita and tyropita in a bakery display in Athens
Angel statue on a pedestal in the National Garden of Athens, surrounded by flowers and trees
Greek flag at the highest point of the Acropolis in Athens with stone walls and clear sky in the background.

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After a good dose of culture and culinary delights, we continue on our way. The temperatures are high, so we treat ourselves to an authentic Greek frappé at one or two corners – and perhaps fall into a small price trap. Did you know that drinks and snacks are significantly more expensive when consumed directly in a café?

We treated ourselves to just a few drinks and an ice cream for our little one at a café – and ended up having to pay quite a bit extra. Right next to the seating area, there were public benches and walls that would have done the job just as well. To be fair, the prices were listed on the menu – so it was partly our fault too.

The Olympieion – A glimpse into antiquity

After this experience, we continue to a true highlight: the Olympieion, the Temple of Zeus. Here, the sheer architectural prowess of the ancient people becomes strikingly apparent. The few remaining columns rise imposingly towards the sky – almost all of them, that is, because one has fallen and now lies on the ground. The massive stone blocks used for these gigantic structures are truly impressive.

Uber fail and a relaxing evening

After our tour, we decided to take an Uber back to the vacation rental. However, we were apparently standing in an inconvenient spot – our driver couldn't find us. This meant stress, a bad Uber review, a small penalty fee, and most importantly: no ride home. It only worked on the second attempt!

In the evening, we stock up on Greek delicacies in the holiday apartment – ​​bread, sausage, fries and much more. While we eat, we enjoy our stunning view of the mountains and the sunset.

Tomorrow, the next adventure awaits!

The next day our next adventure begins: an island cruise through the Greek archipelago. A heads-up: breakfast on the cruise was so-so – but the rest was definitely worth it! So stay tuned!

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