Winter in Athens is a gift for culture lovers. The crowds that fill the Acropolis in summer disappear, leaving you free to wander its ancient ruins in peace.
Crisp air and golden light make for perfect photography conditions, while cozy cafés around Plaka and Monastiraki invite you to linger over Greek coffee or mulled wine. The National Archaeological Museum, Benaki Museum, and contemporary galleries buzz with life during the colder months. And when night falls, Athens’ rooftop bars offer sweeping views of the illuminated Parthenon — without the summer queues.
