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Rick Steves Greece: Athens & the Peloponnese (The Rick Steves' Greece)
by Rick Steves, Cameron Hewitt, Gene Openshaw
Published
May 23, 2023
Pages
584 pages
Language
English
Publisher
Rick Steves
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$16.99
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$18.99
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About This Book
Walk in the steps of Socrates, test the acoustics of the amphitheater of Epidavros, and set sail for Santorini: with Rick Steves, Greece is yours to explore! Inside Rick Steves Greece: Athens & The Peloponnese you'll find: Comprehensive coverage for spending two weeks or more exploring Greece Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the Parthenon and the Agora to the small towns and beaches of the Peloponnesian Peninsula How to connect with culture: Go back in time at the National Archaeological Museum, sample olives and feta in the Mediterranean sunshine, or sip ouzo at a local taverna Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and incredible museums Detailed maps for exploring on the go Useful resources including a packing list, a Greek phrase book, a historical overview, and recommended reading Over 500 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information on Athens, Nafplio, Epidavros, Mycenae, Olympia, Patra, Kardamyli, the Mani Peninsula, Sparta, Mystras, Delphi, Hydra, Mykonos, Delos, Santorini, and more Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Greece: Athens & the Peloponnese . Spending a week or less in the city?
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Introduction
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Greece with Rick Steves as your guide. This tailored travel companion invites you to explore the vibrant streets of Athens and the serene landscapes of the Peloponnese. Whether you're a history buff drawn to ancient ruins or a nature lover captivated by pristine coastlines, this book offers an enriching experience for every adventurer.
Uncover hidden gems and immerse yourself in the local culture with the expertise that Rick Steves is renowned for.
Key Takeaways
Navigate Athens and the Peloponnese with easy-to-follow itineraries and insider tips from Rick Steves. Gain insight into Greece's history art and traditions through detailed landmarks and cultural highlights coverage. Enjoy local dining recommendations and suggested accommodations for an authentic Greek experience.
Detailed Description
Rick Steves Greece: Athens & the Peloponnese serves as an essential travel guide, offering an in-depth look at Greece's most remarkable regions. Discover Athens, where antiquity meets modern life with storied landmarks infused with vibrant culture against a backdrop of bustling cityscapes. Explore beyond the capital to the Peloponnese, a region rich with stunning scenery, historical treasures, and unique local experiences, presenting an invigorating blend of relaxation and adventure.
Rick Steves’ expert advice ensures you don't miss the must-see sights while also uncovering lesser-known marvels. His itineraries help you maximize your time, offering options for a wide range of interests and travel styles. Delve into Greece's rich heritage as you journey through ancient ruins and atmospheric villages, understanding the stories that have shaped this captivating land.
With detailed maps and practical travel tips, this guide ensures a seamless, enriching exploration of Greece’s timeless allure.
Standout Features
What truly distinguishes this book is Rick Steves’ unique approach to travel emphasizing authentic encounters and cultural immersion His insider knowledge opens doors to experiences unavailable in standard travel guides The engaging narrative style makes the destinations come alive providing rich context and backstories that enhance each stop on your journey Each page is designed to inspire curiosity and a deeper understanding of Greece’s multifaceted history and contemporary life This book offers more than practical advice; it's an invitation to see Greece through the eyes of an expert with a genuine love for the country The thoughtfully curated itineraries encourage exploration beyond tourist hotspots helping travelers discover hidden gems and local traditions often overlooked by others.
Book Details
1641715391
978-1641715393
4.5 x 1.6 x 8 inches
1.05 pounds
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Based on 274 ratings
Customer Reviews
Never travel without my RS book
Think i have bought 9-10 books over the years, including a new one if traveling back to same country 5 or more years later. Great detail, best towns and sites to see, best areas to stay, travel time between towns. Way worth the $25 bucks. Gives you access to the RS website where u can download audio tours.
Great travel book
I always turn to Rick Steves when I’m traveling. He has never steered me wrong!
Good education
A lot of useful information. Bought book to do research on the islands. Not enough. Got more information on the internet. It’s a good all around guide. You can add on and take notes.
Excellent resource
The book covers Greece and the popular islands -Santorini,Mykonos very well. I have bought other books written by the author - safe bet.
Back to the beginning...
Greece is one of the birthplaces of Western Civilization, with two or three thousand years of history on display for the enterprising traveler. For those of you who treasure Greek cuisine, it doesn't get any better than this. Even if your only connection to Greece is getting goosebumps from the opening theme to the movie "The Guns of Navarone", that history is here too. Rick Steves has the details and some excellent recommendations in this new guide to Greece. Of note, although Athens gets the lion's share of the tourists, there is more to see in the rest of Greece. Steves has provided excellent travel commentary for the Peloponnese, the long peninsula south of Athens and once home to the Spartans. There is also useful information on a selected number of the Greek islands in the Aegean Sea. As with other Rick Steves guides, do yourself a favor and read the whole book before making hard plans. The detailed commentary should facilitate some smart choices about your best Greek vacation. Very well recommended to the enterprising traveler.
Excellent resource for travelling around Greece.
We used this book on our '23 summer trip to Athens and Anti-Paros. It was an excellent resource for Athens. We did the self guided audio tours around the Placa and Acropolis/Parthenon. The audio tours are separate applications that you install on your phone. Perhaps you don't need the book for those, but the book helps out in getting around and filling you in on obvious and not so obvious sights. I highly recommend it. I think the only drawback was the fact that I was more interested in learning about the history than my children. The children did stick with the walking tours for the most part, but they did get bored of the audio bits.
Good to have for self tour
We were on a Greek Classical tour with Collette Tours. They dropped us off in Nafplio to explore on our own! My husband and I were able to tour the town with this guide and enjoyed it very much. I think Rick Steves is updating many of his European books so I might wait to see if he does one on Greece.
Great Guidebook for Athens
I have read most of the book in preparation to go to Greece for the first time. It is very comprehensive and informative about Athens but doesn't cover many of the islands, including Crete. Other than that, I would highly recommend!
