{"id":32484,"date":"2025-10-12T13:00:29","date_gmt":"2025-10-12T11:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yellowsquare.com\/blog\/\/"},"modified":"2025-10-12T13:10:44","modified_gmt":"2025-10-12T11:10:44","slug":"athens-in-october-weekend-guide-to-rooftops-halloween-history","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yellowsquare.com\/pt-br\/blog\/athens-in-october-weekend-guide-to-rooftops-halloween-history\/","title":{"rendered":"Athens in October: Weekend Guide to Rooftops, Halloween &#038; History"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October is when Athens feels more human again. The heat fades, the crowds disappear, and the city slows to a rhythm that actually makes sense. Mornings are cool, afternoons are golden, and nights belong on rooftops. Locals are out, music floats from every corner, and it\u2019s also Halloween \u2014 which means costumes, chaos, and cocktails with a view.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"text-subheading\"><b>Rooftop Drinks &amp; Halloween\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I check in at <\/span><b>YellowSquare Athens<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the afternoon, drop my bag, and go straight up to the <\/span><b>Aura Rooftop Bar<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (@aurarooftop_athens). The place always feels alive \u2014 travelers, locals, music, and that ridiculous Acropolis view.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On Halloween weekend, it\u2019s all about the <\/span><b>Frankenslay Party<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at the Hostel. Check the calendar <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/aurarooftop_athens\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Place:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Aura Rooftop Bar (inside YellowSquare Athens)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Price:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cocktails \u20ac10\u201312<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Address: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/\/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x14a1bd02573177f3:0x2e20022d250647c3?sa=X&amp;ved=1t:8290&amp;ictx=111\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><b>Pl. Theatrou 18, Athina 105 52, Grecia<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Instagram page: aurarooftop_athens\/<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"text-subheading\"><b>What to do in Athens in\u00a0 2 days:<\/b><\/span><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span class=\"text-subtitle\"><b>Saturday \u2014 The Acropolis, the Olympian and Panathenaic Stadium<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturday starts early with an almond cappuccino (Best thing about Athens in my opinion: the ALWAYS have almond milk with no sugar). Going to <\/span><b>Acropolis<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> around <\/span><b>8:00 AM would be a good idea<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, before the tour groups. The walk up is quiet, the air still cool, and the view from the top never disappoints.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Place:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Acropolis of Athens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Price:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u20ac20 (standard entry) &#8211; Try to find discounted passes for all attractions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Good shoes \u2014 marble gets slippery. Bring water.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Afterward, cross to the <\/span><b>Acropolis Museum<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for coffee and a slow wander through centuries of marble and myth. It\u2019s sleek, smart, and one of the best-curated museums in Europe \u2014 <\/span><b>my Athens friends recommend it as spot<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to slow down.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Place:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Acropolis Museum<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Price:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u20ac10<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Caf\u00e9 terrace for espresso with the Parthenon view.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A short walk away stands the <\/span><b>Temple of Olympian Zeus<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 huge columns from what was once the largest temple in Greece. Quieter than the Acropolis but powerful in scale.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Place:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Temple of Olympian Zeus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Price:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ~\u20ac8<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Midday light hits the Corinthian columns beautifully.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Panathenaic Stadium (Kallimarmaro)<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Close to:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Temple of Olympian Zeus, National Garden &amp; Zappeion (central; ~10\u201315 min walk from Syntagma\/Akropoli).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Price:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ~\u20ac12 (reduced ~\u20ac6).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Go late morning or late afternoon; climb the upper rows for the skyline. Audio guide included; you can step on the track.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\nAfternoon means easy wandering: <\/span><b>Anafiotika<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Plaka<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for whitewashed corners, balconies, and cats. I stop for pistachio gelato at <\/span><b>Le Greche<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, then walk to <\/span><b>Filopappou Hill<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the sunset over the city.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dinner is <\/span><b>Klimataria<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a traditional Greek taverna where everything tastes homemade and there\u2019s often live bouzouki.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Price:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u20ac20\u201325<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Slow-cooked lamb + house wine. Simple and perfect.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"text-subtitle\"><b>Sunday \u2014 Ancient Agora and Quiet Museums<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sunday mornings are slower. I start at the <\/span><b>Ancient Agora<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 green, peaceful, and full of stories. Then I walk to the <\/span><b>Roman Agora<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Hadrian\u2019s Library<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Layers on layers of history, all a few minutes apart.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Place:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ancient Agora of Athens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Price:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ~\u20ac10<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Don\u2019t skip the <\/span><b>Temple of Hephaestus<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 one of the best-preserved temples in Greece.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Place:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Roman Agora &amp; Hadrian\u2019s Library<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Price:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ~\u20ac6 each (seasonal pricing may vary)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Address:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Roman Agora: Epameinonda &amp; Areos \u2022 Hadrian\u2019s Library: Areos 3<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Short visits but worth it \u2014 look for inscriptions and reused marble blocks.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lunch is something light at <\/span><b>Avocado<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a vegetarian spot near Syntagma Square.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Price:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u20ac12\u201315<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Address:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/share.google\/HEUAq5Wl9sEbSZ6yn\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nikis 30<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Falafel wrap with tahini, or a smoothie if you\u2019ve been walking all morning.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Close the weekend at the <\/span><b>National Archaeological Museum<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 statues, gold masks, pottery, and a quiet that feels good.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Place:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> National Archaeological Museum<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Price:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ~\u20ac12<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Give it at least 90 minutes; late afternoon is calmer.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1><span class=\"text-subheading\"><b>Athens Classics: What to eat when in Athens.<\/b><\/span><\/h1>\n<h2><span class=\"text-subtitle\"><b>Street &amp; quick bites<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Souvlaki (kalamaki) \/ Pita Gyros<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: Pork or chicken skewers (kalamaki) \/ shaved meat in pita with tomato, onion, tzatziki.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Price: \u20ac3\u20134 (pita), \u20ac2\u20133 (skewer).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tip: Ask \u201c<\/span><b>pita gyro xoirino\/ kotopoulo<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d (pork\/chicken). If you don\u2019t want fries inside, say \u201c<\/span><b>xoris patates<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Spanakopita \/ Tiropita<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: Spinach-feta pie \/ cheese pie.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Price: \u20ac2\u20134.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tip: Bakeries sell them warm all day; good \u201chealthy-ish\u201d snack if you split one.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Feta saganaki with honey<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><b>feta in phyllo with honey &amp; sesame<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: A thick slab of feta, either <\/span><b>pan-fried<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (crisp outside, creamy-salty inside) or <\/span><b>wrapped in phyllo<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and fried\/baked, then <\/span><b>drizzled with honey<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and usually <\/span><b>sesame seeds<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Price:\u20ac6\u20139 (phyllo version often \u20ac7\u201310).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip: <\/span><b>Eat it hot<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> so the outside stays crisp. Ask for <\/span><b>\u201cmore sesame\u201d<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><b>\u201cless honey\u201d<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if you prefer it less sweet. Pair with a <\/span><b>horiatiki<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Greek salad) or <\/span><b>horta<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (boiled greens) to balance the richness.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"text-subtitle\"><b>Meze (small plates) that always work<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tzatziki<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: Yogurt, cucumber, garlic.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Price: \u20ac3\u20135.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tip: Use it as a dip for grilled meat or veggies.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fava (Santorini)<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: Silky yellow split-pea pur\u00e9e with olive oil, onion, capers.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Price: \u20ac4\u20136.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tip: Great vegetarian protein; add lemon.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kolokithokeftedes<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: Zucchini fritters with herbs and cheese.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Price: \u20ac5\u20137.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tip: Share one portion; they\u2019re rich.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dolmadakia<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: Vine leaves stuffed with rice and herbs.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Price: \u20ac5\u20137.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tip: Ask if they\u2019re <\/span><b>ladera<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (cooked in olive oil) for a lighter version.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Horiatiki (Greek salad)<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: Tomato, cucumber, onion, olives, feta, oregano, olive oil.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Price: \u20ac6\u20139.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tip: No lettuce in the real thing; ask for extra capers if they have them.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"text-subtitle\"><b>Classic mains (taverna staples)<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Moussaka<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: Layers of eggplant, minced meat, b\u00e9chamel.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Price: \u20ac8\u201312.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tip: Best at tavernas with a daily menu; avoid reheated slabs late at night.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pastitsio<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: Baked pasta with minced meat and b\u00e9chamel.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Price: \u20ac8\u201311.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tip: If choosing between this and moussaka, pick the one the kitchen recommends that day.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Paidakia (lamb chops)<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: Grilled, lemon-oregano.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Price: \u20ac12\u201320 (by weight\/portion).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tip: Order <\/span><b>horiatiki<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Greek salad) on the side instead of fries.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Grilled Octopus \/ Fresh Fish<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: Charred octopus or whole fish (sea bream\/sea bass).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Price: Octopus \u20ac12\u201318; fish usually by kilo.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tip: Keep it simple: lemon, olive oil, oregano. Ask what\u2019s fresh today.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"text-subtitle\"><b>Bakery &amp; sweets (worth the calories)<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bougatsa<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: Flaky pastry with custard (or cheese), dusted with sugar &amp; cinnamon.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Price: \u20ac2.50\u20134.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tip: Eat it warm; share if you don\u2019t want a sugar crash.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Galaktoboureko<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: Semolina custard in syrupy filo.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Price: \u20ac3\u20135.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tip: Ask for a small piece; it\u2019s sweet.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Loukoumades<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What: Honey-soaked dough bites.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Price: \u20ac3\u20135.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tip: Classic topping is honey + cinnamon; skip heavy sauces if you want it lighter.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"text-subtitle\"><b>How I keep it balanced to not overeat<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go <\/span><b>mezze style<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 2\u20133 small plates + salad instead of one heavy main.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swap fries for <\/span><b>horta<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (boiled wild greens) with lemon &amp; olive oil.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Share desserts. Two bites are perfect.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask for <\/span><b>grilled<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> over fried; most tavernas do it well.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bread basket is automatic; you can return it if you\u2019re not eating it.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"text-subheading\"><b>5 Tips for Athens in 2 Days<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"text-subtitle\"><b>Do:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buy Acropolis tickets online to avoid the line.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talk to locals; especially if you stay in a hostel, talk to the staff members \u2014 they\u2019ll tell you what not to miss.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span class=\"text-subtitle\"><b>Don\u2019t:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t rush it. Athens rewards slow travelers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t forget sunscreen \u2014 even in October, the sun is real.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>The sunset in autumn is amazing, take a time to see it from a rooftop\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Have a good one =)<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>October is when Athens feels more human again. 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