Lonely Planet Athens, Pocket

Lonely Planet's Pocket Athens is your trusted guide to the city's best experiences and local life — neighbourhood by neighbourhood.

Marvel at the iconic Acropolis above the city, experience the ancient Temple of Olympian Zeus, and sample the local cuisine; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Athens and make the most of your trip!

Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Athens:

• Full-colour maps and travel photography throughout.
• Highlights and itineraries tailored to your personal needs and interests.
• Insider tips to save time and money, get around like a local, and avoid crowds or trouble spots.
• Essential info at your fingertips: hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, and prices.
• Honest reviews for all budgets: eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, and discovering hidden gems that most guidebooks miss.
• Convenient pull-out Athens map (included in the print version), plus over 21 colour neighbourhood maps.
• User-friendly layout with helpful icons, organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.

Covers:

Acropolis, Ancient Agora, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Greek Parliament, Syntagma, Plaka, Keramikos, Gazi, Filopappou Hill, Thisio, Monastiraki, Psyrri, Exarhia, Kolonaki, Benaki Museum, and more.

The Perfect Choice:

Lonely Planet's Pocket Athens is an easy-to-use guide filled with top experiences — neighbourhood by neighbourhood — that literally fits in your pocket.

Make the most of a quick trip to Athens with trusted travel advice to get you straight to the heart of the city.

Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Greece guide for a comprehensive look at all that the country has to offer.