This was the only stop that we arranged a tour with the ship so we were traveling with a large number of people with nametags (ewwww!) and ear buds so that we could hear the tour guide. We did the "Best of Athens Tour" which was a day long journey that covered EVERYTHING!! We were gone for the whole day and exhausted upon our return but not disappointed. Although, I have to say I like the smaller tours better!! Again, this trip involved a long walk to the acropolis and totally worth it. We were able to see the sights, museums, enjoy a delicious Greek style dinner with wine, and shop!! When we were able to shop, it was crowded with tourists and locals because it was Friday.
This is the place where I should have bought some jewelry because one of our friends got a real bargain here. So keep that in mind if you are here in the fall. Also, there was a local shop for wine that we missed as well!! It was always fun to pick up a local bottle of wine at each port to enjoy later in the room before dinner...or take home with us!! I shopped for soaps and miscellaneous items. It was so crowded and we did not have a lot of time. Now I wish I had price shopped for jewelry!! Next time!!! We were told not to try to bargain as they did not do that but again a fellow traveler got a fabulous deal on a medallion with Athena surrounded by gold.
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| On our way to the acropolis, the highest point |
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Not sure if this is the Temple of Athena-Nike or not. This
building was across from the Parthenon |
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The Parthenon, our acropolis...finally!!
Actually, we were use to all the climbing by now. |
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| Parthenon |
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| The Theatre of Dionysos |
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Shopping in Athens
Prices are great here in the fall!!! |
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Loved the way the city shopping was. It was
very crowded because we were there on Friday. |
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