The capital and largest city of Greece; named after Athena, its patron goddess. A centre for the arts, learning and philosophy, home of Plato’s Academy and Aristotle’s Lyceum. Parnitha National Park has well-marked paths, gorges, springs, torrents and caves to the protected area. Hiking and mountain-biking in all four mountains remain popular outdoor activities for many residents of the city. A must-see is the Acropolis, near Plaka.
Exchange rate: $1,35 (USD) / £0,90 / €1,00 EURO = Currency EURO
At a restaurant:
The price of a bottle of house wine (0.75L) => €21
The price of a pork steak => €10,00
The price of a Moussaka => €9
Typical food => Kebab with pita and tsaziki – €10 / Souvlaki σουβλάκι (grilled chicken, lamb or beef on a skewer) – €9 to €13 / Ambelourgou Lamb (In Vine leaves with vegetables and feta cheese) – €13
At a bar:
The price of a bottle of beer (0.33Litre) => €4
The price of a cocktail => €4,95
At the local supermarket:
The price of a bottle of water (1L)=> €1,00
The price of a can of Coca Cola (1Litre) => €1,20
The price of a can of beer (0.33Litre) => €1,30
Rent a small car (Hyundai Atos or similar):
(All car rental prices were based on vehicle being collected from local airport and delivered back to local airport)
Rent of car for 1 day => €44,43 to €107,17/day
Rent of car for 3 days => €57,89 to €137,94
Rent of car for 7 days => €109,26 to 224,81