A staple throughout history, Greece is a country filled with stories and landmarks that have remained for many centuries. This fact is not lost on the 15 million or more people that visit this country each year.   

If you are thinking of planning a trip to the area here is some advice to make sure you get the most out of your Greece vacation. 

To start your holiday in Greece, you must visit the Acropolis. This locale has been depicted hundreds of times in pictures, books, and movies. This is an area where legends were born and geniuses gathered. 

Just below the Acropolis is the city of Ancient Agora. While in ruins, walking through the area that is over 2,500 years old lets you tread on the same ground as Plato and Socrates. 

Discover Greece from the air. There is no better way to really take in the historic city of Athens than by seeing the whole thing, at once, by air.  There are many helicopter tours available that will give you a 30-minute ride in the skies over Athens, pointing out all the landmarks you won’t want to miss. 

It’s worth the time to make a stop at the National Archaeological Museum with a wide selection of historical antiquities. It is regarded as one of the world’s best museums. 

If you are looking for a great outdoor experience while on your holiday in Greece, bring your hiking shoes and take a stroll down the Vindos Gorge. This Northern Greece location is the deepest canyon in the world, as recorded by the Guinness Book of World Records.  

Looking for a little water time? Head to the beaches of Crete. These beaches are some that many European visitors have tried to keep as a secret for their own enjoyment for many years.  

If you want to make a difference while in Greece and are attached to the oceanfront, there is an organization called the ARCHELON Sea Turtle Protection Society that is always looking for volunteers. They need people who will help them monitor the nesting habits of the sea turtles every summer. 

There are also events you can take part if to do as the Grecians do is you choose to vacation at the right time of year. Here are some to consider. 

If music is your escape from the world, the Rock wave festival is held every summer. It is a three-day event in which three stages are constantly heralding music.  One stage features metal, one showcases rock, and another plays dance music.  

Try out a local sporting event.  If you’re there in football season (soccer for Americans) you may want to try to attend a Hellenic National League football game. Be sure you’re up for it. Football fans in this area are passionate about their sport and may even storm the field if they don’t like an official call. 

If you are the athletic type, head to Greece in November and strap your running shoes on. This is when the Athens marathon is run, on the same route as the Olympic marathon.