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Athens with children

A stroller-friendly rhythm matters more than chasing every attraction

Ancient sites are rocky and steep; mix them with parks, the sea and short museum visits.

Attractions

Eugenides Planetarium

Dome shows and hands-on science at the Eugenides Foundation; its family programme runs until 1 November.

Attica Zoological Park

A large zoo near the airport that began as a bird park; allow half a day.

Panathenaic Stadium

Children love running a lap of the marble track and standing on the winners’ podium.

Stoa of Attalos museum

A gentle first archaeology visit: everyday objects of the ancient city in a cool colonnade.

Parks & the sea

Stavros Niarchos Park

Lawns, playgrounds, a long canal and a gentle hill with sea views; free and easy with buggies.

National Garden

Shady paths, ponds with ducks and turtles and a playground behind Parliament.

Flisvos Marina promenade

A flat seaside walk with yachts, playgrounds and cafés, reached by tram.

Lake Vouliagmeni

A warm brackish lake under a cliff, with gentle entry, loungers and a café. Pleasant for a calm October swim.

Pavements in Plaka and on the hills are uneven; a baby carrier beats a buggy at the ancient sites. Bring hats and water even in October.

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