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Greece to Offer Private Tours of the Acropolis for 5,000 Euros

Greece will offer visitors the opportunity to have a private, two-hour guided tour of the famous Acropolis – with nobody else around – for 5,000 euros starting in 2024. The decision was made by the country’s top advisory body on...

Greece to Raise Entrance Fees for Museums, Ancient Sites

Greece's Central Archaeological Council on Tuesday unanimously approved new entrance fees to ancient sites and museums that raise prices, abolish unified tickets for multiple sites, and reduce ticket categories to five levels. Greece is a treasure trove of ancient sites...

Ten Ancient Sites You Must See While in Athens

The city of Athens has seen a dramatic transformation towards modernity over the last several years. It has now turned into one of the most trendy cities of Europe, offering endless cultural events, exhibitions, and concerts every single day...

Six “Must Visit” Archaeological Sites Near Athens

Greece is full of some of the most famous archaeological sites in the world, such as the Acropolis, Mycenae, and Knossos. There are so very many sites around the nation, and many amazing sites in the Attica region, home...

Six of the Most Important Greek Sites in Turkey

There is an almost uncountable number of ancient Greek and Byzantine archaeological and historical sites in Turkey.

Greece Heatwave: Acropolis Shuts at Noon on Friday

The Acropolis of Athens will be closed to the public for several hours on Friday as a severe heatwave bites Greece with temperatures over 41 degrees Celsius. As announced by the Culture Ministry, the Acropolis will operate on reduced hours...

Ikaria, A Stunning Greek Island of Many Myths

The Greek island of Ikaria is home to a rich history dating back to antiquity, as well as countless natural wonders.

Pets Now Allowed in More Than 120 Archaeological Sites in Greece

Greece has decided to allow pets in more than 120 archaeological sites, under conditions, in a pilot program that excludes popular monuments such as the Acropolis. Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni announced the decision following a recommendation by Greece’s Central...

1,800 Year-Old Artifacts Unearthed in Ancient Greek City of Metropolis

An ongoing excavation in the ancient Greek city of Metropolis has led to the discovery of 150 amphorae and water jugs found in a well believed to be from approximately 1,800 years ago. Known as the “City of the Mother...

Must-See UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Greece

Due to its ancient history, it should not come as a surprise that Greece boasts a rich list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.