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Rank #30

Greece · Europe

Athens

Where Western civilisation began

Overall score

8.20

Ranked #30 of 100 cities worldwide.

Strongest at culture.

The breakdown

Food8.8
Culture9.6
Nature7.0
Nightlife8.2
Walkability7.6
Value8.0

Best time to go

April – June, September – October

Don't miss

  • Acropolis at opening
  • Souvlaki in Monastiraki
  • Rooftop bars below the Parthenon