Things to do in Megara

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Photo by Johnny Voulgarakis
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Photo by Anna Sofia Koumparou
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Photo by Sharrie Shaw

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Top places to visit

1. Acropolis

The Acropolis dominates the modern skyline of Athens, reminding visitors of the city’s ancient past at every turn. Its architectural masterpieces date from the 5th century BC, crowned by the elegant columns of the Temple of Athena Nike and the world-famous Parthenon.
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Acropolis showing a small town or village, mountains and heritage elements

2. Parthenon

The Parthenon, the most famous structure at the Acropolis, was completed in 438 B.C. and is a striking example of ancient Greek architecture. Over the centuries, this symbol of strength has survived the rise and fall of civilizations, wars and modern development and today is a source of great pride for the country. Tourists from around the world come to photograph, paint and just gaze in wonder at the Doric columns, statues and detailed reliefs carved into the white marble.
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Step back in time and explore the ancient myths etched into the walls of the largest Doric temple in Greece, originally dedicated to the warrior goddess Athena.

3. Syntagma Square

Syntagma Square (Constitution Square) is one of the busiest locations in Athens, not least because it is the hub of the public transport system. Buses, trolley buses, trams and the metro disgorge passengers night and day into the city centre, from where it’s a short walk to the Acropolis and all the most popular tourist attractions as well as the entertainment and shopping districts.
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Syntagma Square featuring an administrative building, street scenes and a city

4. Temple of Olympian Zeus

Just to the south of Syntagma Square stands one of central Athens' most impressive ruins. The Temple of Olympian Zeus, sometimes known as the Olympeion or Columns of the Olympian Zeus, was built in honour of the father of the Olympian gods. Of its original 104 Corinthian columns, only fifteen remain standing today. However they still give a powerful impression of the awe-inspiring scale of this massive building.
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Temple of Olympian Zeus which includes building ruins and heritage architecture

5. Acropolis Museum

The new Acropolis Museum houses one of the world’s finest collections of artefacts from classical antiquity in an award-winning building representing the pinnacle of modern architectural imagination and creativity.
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Acropolis Museum featuring a city

What to do in Megara

Popular places to visit

Port of Piraeus

Port of Piraeus

4/5(122 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Port of Piraeus
Acropolis showing a small town or village, mountains and heritage elements

Acropolis

4.5/5(314 reviews)

The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.

Acropolis
Parthenon

Parthenon

4.5/5(410 reviews)

Step back in time and explore the ancient myths etched into the walls of the largest Doric temple in Greece, originally dedicated to the warrior goddess Athena.

Parthenon
Syntagma Square featuring an administrative building, street scenes and a city

Syntagma Square

4/5(261 reviews)

This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.

Syntagma Square
Temple of Olympian Zeus which includes building ruins and heritage architecture

Temple of Olympian Zeus

4.5/5(388 reviews)

Pay homage to the father of the gods at this famous Athens landmark which took seven hundred years to build.

Temple of Olympian Zeus
Acropolis Museum featuring a city

Acropolis Museum

4.5/5(331 reviews)

This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.

Acropolis Museum
Ermou Street

Ermou Street

4/5(14 reviews)

During your trip to Athens, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ermou Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.

Ermou Street
Glyfada's Second Beach

Glyfada's Second Beach

4/5(54 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Glyfada's Second Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Glyfada. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Glyfada's Second Beach
Monastiraki Flea Market featuring street scenes, food and markets

Monastiraki Flea Market

4/5(352 reviews)

This lively area of shops, stalls and eateries is a dream come true for lovers of fun, food and fashion.

Monastiraki Flea Market

Areas of Megara

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Kineta

Beaches and restaurants are notable features of Kineta. You might consider stopping by Kineta Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Kineta
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Kato Alepochori

If you're spending some time in Kato Alepochori, Ionian Sea and Gulf of Corinth are top sights worth seeing.

Kato Alepochori
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Pachi

While Pachi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Archaeological Museum of Megara and Akrogiali.

Pachi
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Spárta

While visiting Spárta, you might make a stop by sights like Kineta Beach and Loutraki Thermal Spa.

Spárta

 

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Acropolis showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and night scenes

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