Once the greatest city of ancient Greece, Athens is now a modern capital with easy-going residents. The historical center of Athens is literally an open-air museum, and the social life that takes place among the cities’ landmarks is invigorating year-round. Archeology and history aficionados come for the monuments and stay for the picturesque hillsides, buzzy squares, entertainment quarters, seaside clubs and the peaceful island life around. Despite the political and economic turmoil, young Greeks find inspiration to open modern art galleries, chic cafes and hip bars where they have a growing audience day by day. Many restaurants in Plaka, Psiri and the surrounding neighbourhoods serve real Greek food that would make every foodie happy. Enjoying restaurant and hotel terraces with panoramic Acropolis views is a must.