5Acropolis by Night vs. Colosseum Underground Tour

History lovers could build an entire bucket list around ancient sites, but two stand out.

In Greece, seeing the Acropolis illuminated at night is awe-inspiring. The Parthenon glowing above Athens feels like a beacon from the past. Positioned against the modern city, it creates a powerful connection between ancient and contemporary life.

Italy offers something more immersive: exploring the underground chambers of the Colosseum. Standing where gladiators once waited, touching the original stone corridors, and imagining the roar of the crowd above is spine-tingling. Italy lets you enter history; Greece lets you witness it.