Plaka
The old quarter under the north and east slopes of the Acropolis, with stepped lanes, small churches and plenty of tavernas for lunch.
The ancient citadel above Athens, with the Parthenon, the Erechtheion and wide views over the city. Book a timed slot, go early and bring water; there is little shade.
| Terminal | One way | How |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Terminal A (Miaoulis), Gate E11 | 45 min | metro or taxi |
| Cruise Terminals B (Themistocles) and C (Alkimos), Gate E12 | 45 min | metro or taxi |
Times are estimates. Allow extra on busy days and for tender queues.
The old quarter under the north and east slopes of the Acropolis, with stepped lanes, small churches and plenty of tavernas for lunch.
A modern museum at the foot of the Acropolis holding the original sculptures from the hill, with a top-floor gallery laid out like the Parthenon. Good in the heat of the day.
The marketplace and civic heart of ancient Athens, with the well-preserved Temple of Hephaestus and a small museum in a rebuilt colonnade.