Greece is literally a vast archaeological site, an open museum if you may.  The country was inhabited from prehistoric times so almost anywhere you dig in the Greece you may possibly come across traces of human civilization.  Construction projects are often delayed as once something is found the job must stop and the proper authorities called to investigate.

The major archaeological sites in Greece seem to stand outside and beyond the reaches of time.  They have been recognized as the cradles of humanity and the excitement one feels when strolling along their ancient pathways is indescribable.

Greece offers the world over 100 outstanding archaeological sites.

Top 10 Athens Attractions

courtesy of Greek Honeymoon Website

• Acropolis
• Acropolis Museum
• Ancient Agora
  
• Archaeological Museum
• Byzantine Museum
• Goulandris Cycladic Museum
• Little Mitropolis
• Mikrolimano
• National Archaeological Museum
• Plaka and Anafiotika

We thought that it only be appropriate to add the New Acropolis Museum to this list as well.  Just in case you are looking for more information on Ancient Greek Sites:

Here is a recent list of 10 best Ancient Archaeological sites to visits while in Greece

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Greece’s Islands is on of its most compelling attributes. There are 1400 islands (2,000 at low tide) 169 which are inhabited.  If you do not venture to an island and instead opt to stay on mainland Greece, there is no place in the entire country that is more than 65 miles from the sea.  Greece also boasts a tremendous coastline at 13,676 km (8,498 mi) in length which is the 11th longest in the entire world.

Visit here for a small guide to Greece and the Greek Islands

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Would you travel to France and not visit the Eiffel Tower?  So why would someone come to Greece and not visit the Parthenon? 

The main reason that most visitors site is that they do not want to waste time in Athens so that they have more time to spend on the Greek Islands.  I must say it is hard to argue this point, however it is advisable for many reasons that the first time traveler to Greece stop over in Athens upon arrival for a day or two.

Whether day or night you wont tire of Athens, and here are a few reasons for your consideration:

1. All scheduled international flights by default must first fly to Athens and those wishing to go to a Greek  Island must switch to a domestic flight, or transfer to a port in Athens for a ferry ride.  Since you will be already in Athens, why not spend the night and venture out into this ancient city?
2. Even the most young and Zealous Greek Island hoppers must realize that jet lag will be set in shortly after flying in, so stopping over in Athens will get you ready for your Greek Island.
3. Athens is not just the Parthenon as the city is full of exciting nightlife and beaches.  You can opt to stay in the city center or 20 – 30 minutes outside of the city on the gold coast towns of Glyfada or Vouliagmeni.
4. The city of Athens in the immediate towns within a 1 hour so driving range offer once in a life time opportunities to explore ruins and sacred sites.  Never fret because Greece is the most blessed country in the world with its thousands of kilometers of coastline so make sure to have your bathing suit handy for a quick dip.

I have compiled a list of great and inexpensive Athens sightseeing options:

• Half Day Athens City Tour
• Athens one day Greek Island Hop
• Delphi full day tour from Athens
• Temple of Poseidon half day tour
• Ancient Corinth day trip