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Culture Ministry: Online Ads for Acropolis ‘Skip the Line’ Entrance Tickets are Misleading

Online advertisements promising tickets that offer a “Skip the line” service for the entrance to the Acropolis in Athens are misleading, says the Greek Culture Ministry.

Athens Hotel Blocking Acropolis View Gives No Timetable for Demolition of Top Floors

Ble Kedros, representing Coco-mat Hotels, will carry out a study before tearing down two floors of its hotel in Athens.

Greece Cuts Operating Hours at Archaeological Sites Due to Heatwave

Greek archaeological sites and monuments will remain closed between noon and 17:30 due to the heatwave that has been scorching the country.

Greece to Launch Hourly Visitor Zones at the Acropolis

In efforts to safeguard the Acropolis, Greek authorities will test run an hourly zone plan aimed at easing visitor traffic.

Greek Tourism Ministry Shuts Down Athens Hotel for Construction Violation

Greece’s Tourism Ministry will be shutting down Coco-Mat Athens BC hotel after it was found to be in violation of building laws.

Greek Court Rules Athens Hotel Blocking Acropolis View Must Tear Down Top Floors

A hotel in Athens has three months to demolish its two top floors which are blocking views to the Acropolis.

Experiences in Greece on Tripadvisor’s Lists of Best ‘Things to Do’

A number of Greek attractions and experiences are among the winners of Tripadvisor’s 2023 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best ‘Things to Do’ Awards.

New Visitor Zones to Ease Tourist Traffic at the Acropolis

Greece’s culture minister said visitor zones aimed at reducing waiting times to enter the Acropolis will soon take effect.

Acropolis Museum to Celebrate 14th Anniversary with Musical Tribute to Late President

The Acropolis Museum will mark its 14th anniversary by honoring its late president, Dimitris Pandermalis, with a tribute concert and showcasing Greece’s ancient past.

Two English-language Theater Plays Showing in Athens

Athens is hosting two English-language theater performances giving audiences the opportunity to experience the art of Greek theater.

Some Greek Archaeological Sites, Museums to Close Early on Election Day, May 21

A number of museums and archaeological sites in Greece will close early on election day, Sunday, May 21.

Athens Named One of the Top 10 Best Destinations for September Vacation

The Independent includes Athens in the top 10 global destinations for September vacations, citing mild weather and rich history as key attractions.

New App Brings Acropolis of the 5th Century BC Back to Life

A new app gives visitors to the Acropolis the opportunity to experience the site as it was during the 5th century BC.

Acropolis Museum: Free Entry on Saturday Night, All Day on May 18

The Acropolis Museum, one of the most popular museums in Athens and across Greece, will open its doors with free admission on two special occasions this month.

Athens’ Acropolis Hill Hotel Brings Nature to its Guests Through Art

Aiming to help its guests feel more relaxed and closer to nature, the Acropolis Hill hotel in Athens has brought the outdoors straight to its premises... through art!

Anatolia Hospitality Expands ONOMA Hotel Brand to Athens

Anatolia Hospitality will expand its ONOMA brand to Athens and open a new 5-star ‘Instagrammable’ hotel that offers personalized experiences.

Greece Allows Pets in Specific Archaeological Sites Under New Guidelines

Under specific conditions, people can now visit select archaeological sites in Greece accompanied by their pets.

K-Pop Star’s Athens Music Video Goes Viral with 40 Million Views

Thai singer BamBam's K-Pop music video shot in multiple locations in Athens, becomes a viral hit.

German Students Get to Know Greek Culture

A group of German high school students won an educational trip to Athens and had the chance to learn more on Greek culture and history.

Who Visits Athens: Study Identifies 10 Travel Persona Profiles

GBR Consulting has identified 10+1 types of people that visit Athens, the historic city and capital of Greece.