See OfFersAthens is famous for being the home of many great philosophers and athletes, the place where the ideas of democracy and modern civilisation were first envisaged and a city which can boast itself as the homeland to the ancient gods.
With a climate that offers sunshine pretty much all year round and major sights like the Parthenon and the Acropolis for visitors to discover, anytime is the perfect time for your Athens city break. The capital of Greece also has many beautiful parks and stunning beaches situated nearby for you to enjoy, so even if the history of the city is not the biggest draw for you, there are plenty of places to relax and enjoy your time away from it all.
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Important Notice: Introduction of the EU Schengen Entry/Exit System
Please be advised that, effective from 12th October 2025, a new Entry/Exit System (EES) will be implemented for all travellers entering and exiting the EU and Schengen Area.
This digital system will replace the current manual passport stamping process by electronically recording border crossings for UK nationals and other non-EU travellers.
At this time, no action is required from travellers prior to their journey. We recommend reviewing the official government guidance to understand how this may affect your travel arrangements.
For comprehensive information, please visit the official UK Government website:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/eu-entryexit-system
