Ancient sun-bleached ruins pierce blue skies as the Aegean laps at the endless coastline. And Greek culture is alive with passionate music, inspired cuisine and thrill-seeking activities. Lonely Planet will get you to the heart of Greece, with amazing travel experiences and the best planning advice: ?áColourámaps and images throughout.?áHighlightsáand itinerariesáhelp you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests.?áInsider tipsáto save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots.?áEssential infoáat your fingertipsá- hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices.?áHonest reviews for all budgetsá- eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss.?áCultural insightságive you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, literature, music, architecture, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, and the Greek way of life. Coverage includes:áAthens, Peloponnese, Central Greece, Northern Greece, Saronic Gulf Islands, Cyclades, Crete, Dodecanese, Aegean Islands, Evia, the Sporades, Ionian Islands, and more.