DK Eyewitness Athens

The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring these beautiful islands.

Whatever your budget "DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Greece: Athens & the Mainland" will lead you straight to the best attractions this dynamic region has to offer. Bursting with detailed maps of Athens and the Greek mainland regions, extensive cutaways and floor plans of all the most intriguing historical sites, this guide advises you on the best things to do in Greece - from scenic walks which take in the archaeological monuments of the Acropolis, to visiting the monasteries of Meteora, to relaxing on one of the gorgeous beaches on the Greek Mainland, the guide will leave you inspired.

Whether you want to follow in the footsteps of legendary figures at the Minoan palace, swim in the turquoise waters of idyllic Zakynthos bay, or watch the sun set over Corfu from Kaiser's throne, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that the Greek Islands have to offer.

The ultimate guide showing you the best that Athens has to offer. Suitable for all budgets, ages, and interests, you can find the top ten places to make your trip extra special. Whether you want to find the most alluring islands, the busiest bars or see the unmissable historic sights, it's all covered in this handy quick reference guide.

Hundreds of irresistible islands await exploration.

Ancient Greek culture, which reached its peak in Athens in the 5th century B.C., produced some of the most glorious and fascinating relics of Western civilization. This terrific Eyewitness Book traces ancient Greek achievements from the Bronze Age through the Hellenistic period using evidence found by archaeologists. Greek myths are introduced by way of statues, carvings, and illustrations.