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Are you dreaming of a beautiful holiday traveling to Greece? This comprehensive guide to Greece is just what you\u2019ll need to get your vacation planning in motion. It will help you outline an itinerary, and show you the best things to see, do, and experience, both on the mainland and on the islands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Greece is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. The country has a diverse range of terrain and climate that offer a wide variety of interesting places to visit. It consists of a large mainland and many smaller islands<\/a>. Athens is the capital and largest city, with a metropolitan population of 3 million inhabitants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With over two millennia of rich history, culture and traditions, Greece has been a popular tourist destination for many years. From its beautiful beaches<\/a> to the countless ancient sites, there are plenty of things to see and do in this unique country, but where do you start?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Best Time to Visit Greece<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The mild Mediterranean climate of Greece makes it an ideal destination for sightseeing throughout the year. The country is blessed with one of the longest sunshine hours in Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The mild Mediterranean climate of Greece makes it an ideal destination for sightseeing throughout the year. The country is blessed with one of the longest sunshine hours in Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Generally, Greece experiences a mild, warm winter and a long hot summer. The winters are not cold but can get rainy due to northerly winds. The summers are hot and dry with the least rainfall from June to September<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traveling to Greece in the spring is the best season because it\u2019s the perfect time to explore its gorgeous natural landscapes and ancient ruins. You\u2019ll have fewer tourists around you, leaving you with a more authentic travel experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, you won\u2019t have to deal with the scorching heat of the summer or the cold temperatures of winter. And don\u2019t forget about all those festivals that take place in spring. It\u2019s a great time to visit Greece<\/a> and be part of the fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to Go and What to See in Greece?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are many beautiful places to visitn while traveling to Greece that are not included in the guidebooks. The secret  is to go off the beaten path and see the real<\/em> Greece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But first, there are certainly some \u201cmust sees,\u201d including the treasures of Ancient Greece in Athens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind that, depending on the season, many points of interest close at around 3:00PM, so double check the schedule ahead of time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sights to See in Athens<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The beautiful monuments of Athens date back to ancient times and alternate with the modernity of the buildings of its trendy neighborhoods: Athens does not resemble any other city in Greece. It\u2019s the perfect combination of the atmosphere of a big city and a small village.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start with a visit to the Acropolis, the National Archeological Museum<\/a> and the nearby neoclassical neighborhood of Thisio, full of cafes, traditional taverns, and trendy clubs, from where you can enjoy a wonderful view of the Parthenon, especially at sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the afternoon, to have some fun, don’t miss a trip to the Monastiraki flea market. After a day spent between culture and shopping, there is nothing better than resting in one of the many cafes or restaurants in Plaka, where you can stay late and savor authentic Greece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the second day you could go to Syntagma square to observe the changing of the guard ceremony. From there, go to the temple of Zeus, and continue towards the Panathenaic stadium, an imposing horseshoe-shaped monument built entirely of white marble. In the evening you can relax at the table by going to dinner in the Psiri district, or opt for the most fashionable and trendy district of Athens, Gazi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The next day, continue to immerse yourself in ancient Greek history by visiting the Cycladic art museum, housed in a villa in the heart of Athens<\/a> near Kolonaki square. Then continue to the Byzantine and Christian museum, one of the most important internationally on the art and culture of the Byzantine and post-Byzantine age with a collection of more than 25,000 objects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From there you can go to the National Gallery which houses more than 20,000 art objects including paintings, sculptures, engravings, covering a period ranging from the post-Byzantine period to the present day. It also has a large collection of Western European paintings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Those who do not wish to do a full immersion in museums can stroll the elegant shopping area of \u200b\u200bKolonaki, much loved for shopping by Athenians. To reach this museum and shopping triangle you can take metro line 3 and get off at Annunciation or Syntagma station or take line 2 and get off at Costituzione.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For yet another spectacular sunset, you can admire Athens and the Acropolis from the Lycabettus hill, a green lung in the heart of the city that can be reached via the funicular, only 3 minutes away, but also by car or on foot, in this case a 35-minute walk awaits you. On top of the hill, the highest in Athens, there is a modern 3,000-seat amphitheater where concerts, cultural events and plays are staged throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sightseeing Just Outside of Athens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On your fourth day, you can venture out of Athens and go to Cape Sounion, on the extreme tip of the Attica peninsula, where the Doric Temple of Poseidon is located. Just an hour’s drive from the cosmopolitan heart of Greece, you can find this magical and peaceful place capable of offering one of the most beautiful Hellenic sunsets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Back in Athens, spend the evening listening to rebetika music, a melodic style born from the fusion of Greek and Turkish music, in a club in Psiri.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The next morning, visit the monasteries of Meteora. Depending on the season and the day of the week, you can enter one or the other. From there, head to Lamia, passing through Trikala and Karditsa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not far from Lamia is Thermopylae, the place where Leonidas fought against thousands of Persians with an army of only 300 men. Thermopylae is well-marked by road signs and in the site of the battle there is the statue of Leonidas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OK, now you\u2019re ready to head to the islands, where the beaches are great and the sea is always warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Where to Go in the Greek Islands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To begin this journey, it\u2019s best to take a plane to reach the first island, from Athens to Mykonos<\/a> or Santorini, and then move from island to island on the ferries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is one possible itinerary option:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 nights in Santorini for sunsets from Oia and the caldera (or Mykonos, if you\u2019d prefer)
3 nights in Ios, authentic and gorgeous; also Palaiokastro, the remains of a Byzantine fortress
3 nights in Naxos for Temple of Apollo and an excursion to Koufonissi
3 nights in Paros to visit Naoussa and a day trip to Antiparos
3 nights in Milos, a Greek island that is very authentic and not (yet) very touristy
1 more night in Santorini, to avoid the same day ferry and plane back to Athens<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This itinerary was arranged for many reasons, but even with 15 days at your disposal, you might want to give up on an island, perhaps in Paros or Naxos, and dedicate a few more days to Milos or Ios to enjoy them to the fullest. and with a little more calm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Eat in Greece?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Greece is one of the best countries in the world for food, but it\u2019s a country whose cuisine is sometimes misunderstood. In Greece, you can find just about every type of food imaginable that falls under the category of the Mediterranean Diet<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traditional Greek cuisine uses the products of an ancient  land, kissed by the sun and bathed by the Mediterranean sea, which gives precious gifts. Among the most famous are seafood specialties, tomatoes, olives, oil, cheese, and lamb. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Some typical dishes of Greece are known to most because they are also easily found in other countries\u2026but the original versions, of course, are unmatched! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Among some characteristic specialities are: <\/p>\n\n\n\n