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The London Times, July 21, 2007
'...Lonely Planet's Best of Athens proved itself to be the most current and accurate guide by a long way.'
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'...Lonely Planet's Best of Athens proved itself to be the most current and accurate guide by a long way.'
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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What Will Your Athens Encounter Be
Reliving the drama and glory of classical Athens along the Ancient Promenade
Savoring tender calamari under the stars at a lively taverna in Ano Petralona
Catching a flick alfresco from a moonlit rooftop terrace
Losing yourself in soulful blues in a dark and smoky "rembetika" club
Jostling through the colorful Athens Central Market - gastronomic highlight of the Athinas market district
Catching 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 navigation
Our expert author recommends the very best sights, restaurants, shops and entertainment
Unique itineraries, from keeping your budget under control to embracing the city while escaping the heat
Locals share their secrets: from the curator's take on the treasures of the new Acropolis Museum to a DJ's alternative Athens
Reliving the drama and glory of classical Athens along the Ancient Promenade
Savoring tender calamari under the stars at a lively taverna in Ano Petralona
Catching a flick alfresco from a moonlit rooftop terrace
Losing yourself in soulful blues in a dark and smoky "rembetika" club
Jostling through the colorful Athens Central Market - gastronomic highlight of the Athinas market district
Catching 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 navigation
Our expert author recommends the very best sights, restaurants, shops and entertainment
Unique itineraries, from keeping your budget under control to embracing the city while escaping the heat
Locals share their secrets: from the curator's take on the treasures of the new Acropolis Museum to a DJ's alternative Athens
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I had 4 days in Athens last week. First time - half business, half pleasure.
The overall information in this "Best Of" is useful and concise, and comes in a handy bag sized format (or trouser pocket if you wear baggies). There are plenty of itineraries from "24 hours in Athens - must sees" to day excursions outside of the city, and some pleasant walks taking in the main sights and areas. I found the travel detail particularly useful - metro map, and guide to pricing and timings (a godsend actually, as I would not have dared brave it if I'd not had this guide - with prices starting from 70cents, the metro is a lot cheaper than a cab).
There's good information on each of the areas in Athens - Psiri, Plaka, Monastiraki, Kolonaki, Omonia, Piraeus, to name but a few, and the mini maps within the coverpages of the book were an absolute blessing when out and about.
My only annoyance with this guide (Feb 2007 edition) is that I spent an hour wandering around Plaka trying to find 'Eden' (the "only vegetarian restaurant in Athens") to be told by a kindly local that it had closed down five years ago. I know restaurants and bars come and go, but I thought 5 years was a touch ridiculous for out of date information. My learning-point there would be to phone first!
Overall though, this book helped me to get that little bit more out of my trip - nothing quite like reading a brief history of the Parthenon whilst sat in the shade of it!
As a "Best of" edition, obviously this guide only provides an overview to the City of Gods, and for a weekend break, or carrying around during the day, this book is the ideal travelling companion. I would also recommend the Insights guide to Athens, which is a heavier book, but more in depth.
And if you're reading this, I guess you're planning a trip to Athens - I hope you have a great time. It really is a unique place!
The overall information in this "Best Of" is useful and concise, and comes in a handy bag sized format (or trouser pocket if you wear baggies). There are plenty of itineraries from "24 hours in Athens - must sees" to day excursions outside of the city, and some pleasant walks taking in the main sights and areas. I found the travel detail particularly useful - metro map, and guide to pricing and timings (a godsend actually, as I would not have dared brave it if I'd not had this guide - with prices starting from 70cents, the metro is a lot cheaper than a cab).
There's good information on each of the areas in Athens - Psiri, Plaka, Monastiraki, Kolonaki, Omonia, Piraeus, to name but a few, and the mini maps within the coverpages of the book were an absolute blessing when out and about.
My only annoyance with this guide (Feb 2007 edition) is that I spent an hour wandering around Plaka trying to find 'Eden' (the "only vegetarian restaurant in Athens") to be told by a kindly local that it had closed down five years ago. I know restaurants and bars come and go, but I thought 5 years was a touch ridiculous for out of date information. My learning-point there would be to phone first!
Overall though, this book helped me to get that little bit more out of my trip - nothing quite like reading a brief history of the Parthenon whilst sat in the shade of it!
As a "Best of" edition, obviously this guide only provides an overview to the City of Gods, and for a weekend break, or carrying around during the day, this book is the ideal travelling companion. I would also recommend the Insights guide to Athens, which is a heavier book, but more in depth.
And if you're reading this, I guess you're planning a trip to Athens - I hope you have a great time. It really is a unique place!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
There were some aspects which were pretty good but fairly standard e.g maps and information around locations of various places of interest. But when it came to descriptions of the various places, its almost like the writer is on commission. Constant over hyping of places, those that we could find or that were still in business!! Greeks are really friendly - sorry but they were not. Like most of the med they tolerated us. We went to some of the recommended restaurants but they were either not in the location or had been closed down. As a very topline guide its ok (some useful info around the transport system) but I would not follow its entertainment reco's closely. Also, 2 key things for all those going to Greece 1; its very expensive since the Euro introduction 2; the people are not very friendly and 3; make sure you get your metro ticket validated or you will get a £50 (60 euro) fine. They are merciless even if you have a ticket so make sure you put it through the machine to be stamped before you go on the train.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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I found some criticism of the fellow buyers a bit harsh. This is a small handy book, well structured, with information as accurate as it can be in the context of a changing and touristic city. Of course, much of it is duplicate from the Lonely Planet Greece guidebook, but if you want to walk in Athens without a bulky book, then it is a very good buy.
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handy book
Very useful for all those who want to use their vacation effectively. A good book to keep with you while on the streets of Athens.
Published 16 days ago by jaywalker
Just right for 5 days
Combine it with tripadvisor and the web for up to date prices/opening hours - which have changed in 5 years - and you can pop this in the back pocket and you are away. Read more
Published 1 month ago by T. Leunig
Lonely Planet guide to a busy place
While I was looking for another book, this fell off the shelf, complete with travel tickets and reminded me of a recent visit to Athens. Read more
Published 6 months ago by RR Waller
Excellent guide book.
This is an excellent little guide book, split into each area of the city and lists key places to see, eat, drink etc. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Marisol
Good trip to Athens
My Wife and I used this book extensively on our recent trip to Athens and found it priceless for getting around Athens. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Sparky
needs updating
Overall, a handy, pocket-sized guide. Not too much information, just enough to point me in the right direction and see the 'must see' sights. Read more
Published on 6 April 2010 by Ian R. Stewart
Athens for children
This book was fantastic and helped us make the most of our time in Athens.
we took our 2 sons(aged 3 and 5)without any great expectations of this city providing them with... Read more
we took our 2 sons(aged 3 and 5)without any great expectations of this city providing them with... Read more
Published on 13 Mar 2004 by Mr B Mann
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