A trip to Greece can be an outstanding opportunity for students to explore both the ancient world and modern cities. Greece has plenty to offer the student traveler, including a robust nightlife and plenty of historical sites.
Greece is covered in mountains and hills, and fringed with a rugged coastline. It consists of more than 100 inhabited islands, and many more that are not inhabited. You’ll like spending time in Greece because of the unpretentious lifestyle and welcoming culture.
Planning Your Trip
For students who are planning a trip to Greece, there are plenty of cities to see and things to do. Yet it’s a very large country with many treasures, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed. To plan your trip, then, it is often wise to use a student travel company or tour guide service. This will provide the student with the best way to see the country without the risks and worries that often come with it. You can also save a significant amount of money by planning your trip through a tour company rather than trying to book it on your own.
Student Performance Venues in Greece
While there are numerous performance venues throughout Greece, many are professional establishments. It may be possible for a large student group to plan an event at one of the larger venues. To do so, they will need to put in a great deal of time planning their trip in advance. This will make it possible for the students to perform in facilities such as the Athens Concert Hall, with several different halls available. Another option is the Thessaloniki Concert Hall in Thessaloniki. Having a professional tour company help to plan such performance is critical. It also is possible to find performance opportunities through schools, museums and churches.
Visiting Athens
Acropolis of Athens
Athens, the capital city, is one of the largest tourist destinations in Greece. It is also home to some of the best historically important destinations and the birthplace of Classical Greek civilization. With more than 3.7 million people calling it home, Athens has something to offer to every visitor. The vibrant nightlife also attracts students. For all of these reasons, Athens is the place to be.
Sights in Athens
The Acropolis, an ancient city with marbled temples is one of the most sought after sights, especially for students of Greek mythology. Other destinations include the Ancient Agora, a green space with a temple, and Syntagma Square, a beautiful restored area with the Parliament building. Students looking for nightlife are drawn to the Gazi, Metaxourgio, and Psirri areas. Syggrou Avenue is another popular location, especially during the summer months.
Visiting Chania
There are plenty of reasons to visit Chania. The second largest city on the Greek island of Crete, it has some of the best beaches and is home to Samaria National Park. You’ll find plenty of shopping, modern cafes and taverns. For traditional vibes, visit the Old Town area. Students that want to spend time on the water will love this sailing town.
Sights in Chania
The Venetian Port at Chania
Many of the sights in Chania are historical. The Venetian port is an ideal place to start as it is a great location for coffee shops, food and overall beauty. Visitors will also want to visit Venizelos Family Tomb, the Village of Maleme and the Archaeological Museum of Hania. For the history lover, a trip to Chania Municipal Agora is well worth it, as it is a traditional fish and vegetable market. You can also visit Our Lady Catholic Church, which dates back to 1879.
Visiting Chersonissos
There’s not much to do in Chersonissos if you do not like to have fun. The small beach town attracts a wide range of people, especially a great number of students and 20-somethings. You’ll find plenty to do if you like the water, waves and sand.
Sights in Chersonissos
Chersonissos
You’ll want to spend most of your time on the main strip, where you will find everything from clothing and herb shops to bars and clubs. The area is well known as a party capital during the summer months. Nevertheless, old churches, architecture and culture are present, too.
Greece offers a wide range of benefits for the traveling student. There is no doubt that a visit is worthwhile as Greece is the birthplace of Western culture. Aside from this, the country offers a vibrant lifestyle, including plenty of freedoms for younger people. If you are looking for history, modern culture and plenty of fun, Greece is the place for you to study or at least visit.
