Nearby Escapes - Athens

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12 of the best beaches up to 90mins from Athens

If you haven’t heard about the beaches of Attica near Athens, you’d better take note. You’ll never look at the Greek capital in the same way again

It’s worth timing your visit to coincide with the sunset

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A visit to the magical Temple of Poseidon at Sounion

Just a short drive from Athens is the 5th-century BC temple dedicated to the sea god himself, with an aura (and sunset) that continues to captivate visitors

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A Saronic Gulf islands day trip from Athens

Taking a Saronic Gulf islands day trip from Athens lets you add a taste of island hopping to your visit to the Greek capital. So pack your sun cream and hat as you’re about to head to Aegina, Poros and Hydra and still be back in Athens in time for dinner

A beautiful view of an island close to Athens

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7 islands close to Athens

Hydra, Spetses, Poros, Aegina, Tzia/Kea: Welcome to the charming little islands near Athens, which offer history and style in abundance and are ideal for a quick getaway all year round.

Nearby Escapes - Athens

12 of the best beaches up to 90mins from Athens

A visit to the magical Temple of Poseidon at Sounion

A Saronic Gulf islands day trip from Athens

7 islands close to Athens

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12 of the best beaches up to 90mins from Athens

A visit to the magical Temple of Poseidon at Sounion

A Saronic Gulf islands day trip from Athens

7 islands close to Athens