Things I wish I knew before traveling to Athens, Greece
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How to operate the awnings
Just watch this video.
Do not throw toilet paper into the toilet
This is due to the old, narrow drainage pipes.
Most people speak English, but menus are often in Greek
I actually expected the opposite.
You can visit the Acropolis and other sites for free
Fortunately, I discovered this just as I was about to pay the €30 entrance fee for the Acropolis. Certain days offer free admission—not only for the Acropolis but also for the Ancient Agora (which I highly recommend) and five other sites.
Make sure to check the specific dates. These free days usually occur during the off-season. You might get lucky, or you can plan your trip accordingly to take advantage of these significant savings.
Takeaway (shown) price may be cheaper than here
Even by 40 percent.
Sunday = closed shops
The only reasonable chain is AB Shop&Go which is opened on Sunday.
Use OASA Telematics app for public transport
It shows online bus positions as well. For more info about public tickets, reach the official site