Lonely Planet Athens

What Will Your Athens Encounter Be Reliving the drama and glory of classical Athens along the Ancient PromenadeSavoring tender calamari under the stars at a lively taverna in Ano PetralonaCatching a flick alfresco from a moonlit rooftop terraceLosing yourself in soulful blues in a dark and smoky "rembetika" clubJostling through the colorful Athens Central Market - gastronomic highlight of the Athinas market districtCatching the sunrise on the beach after a hedonistic night in a glam Glyfada club Discover Twice The City in Half The Time... Full-color pull-out map and detailed neighborhood maps for easy navigationOur expert author recommends the very best sights, restaurants, shops and entertainmentUnique itineraries, from keeping your budget under control to embracing the city while escaping the heatLocals share their secrets: from the curator's take on the treasures of the new Acropolis Museum to a DJ's alternative Athens