European culture was born in Greece, and even today you will the traces of Plato, Archimedes, Aristotle, Athena and Zeus in many attractions. If you are looking for the best things to do and see, make sure to join Athens Free Walking Tours, see the changing of the guard, visit the Museum of Cycladic Art, the Acropolis Museum, the National Garden, the Zappeion, the modern Kallimarmaro Olympic Stadium, and the Metropolitan Cathedral. If you like outdoor activities, go swimming in Edem Beach or go kayaking along the Athens Riviera; in the evening, you can take a sunset cruise to admire the stunning Greek coastline. Or treat yourself to a wonderful dinner with famous Greek dishes, such as dolmades, moussaka, fresh grilled meat or fish, courgetti balls, yogurt, olives and many other Mediterranean delicacies. If you have more time available, consider joining one-day or two-day excursions to superb archaeological destinations nearby; Delphi, Meteora, Corinth, Mycenae or Epidaurus are just a short ride away!