Acropolis

Athens' hilltop 'high city', once a place of worship and refuge, crowned by the Parthenon and rising above the modern city as a symbol of Greece's 5th-century BC golden age.

Acropolis appears in 6 of the 8 Athens vlogs we indexed, first in 2013, most recently in 2025.

6 moments in vlogs

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  1. Wolters World

    Biggest Mistakes Tourists Make in Athens

    Pre-book timed tickets and go in the morning; it can close noon to 5:30 in heatwaves, and its marble gets slick, so wear good shoes.
  2. Rick Steves' Europe

    Athens and Side-Trips

    Called the historic, cultural and literal high point of any trip to Athens.
  3. Travelmoji

    Top 10 Things To Do in Athens Greece

    Recommended as the first stop of a trip to Athens.
  4. Brief

    Greece Explained

    WHERE TO STAY in Athens [Watch BEFORE you book a hotel]

    Psyrri is about a 20-minute walk from the Acropolis entrance, while Makrygianni is right next to it.
  5. Exotic Vacation

    How to Spend 3 Days in ATHENS Greece | Itinerary for First-time Visitors

    An Athens Pass gives skip-the-line entry to the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum.
  6. Island Hopper TV

    Best Things To Do in Athens Greece 2026 4K

    About an hour is enough; sunset gives the best views, or arrive before 9 a.m. to beat summer crowds and heat.

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