Posted by Sverrir Johannesson

Take a tour of Top 5 Travel Attractions of Athens, Greece - part of the World's Greatest Attractions series by GeoBeats. Hey! This is your travel host Naomi. I would like to show you the top five attractions of Athens. Number 5: Odeon of Herodes Atticus. A unique stone theater dating back to the second century. It seats up to 5,000 people and even today you can enjoy a concert here. Number 4: The Changing of the Guard. Every hour visitors can witness a ceremony that involves the changing of the guard. It takes place by the tomb of the unknown soldier. Number 3: Parliament Building. A beautiful neo-classical structure that was built in 1843. Formerly a residence of monarchs, today it houses country's parliament. Number 2: Plaka. It is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Athens. It's winding roads with historical mansions and ambiance are a big draw for visitors. And number 1: The Acropolis. Among the world's most recognised monuments. Pantheon and other temples showcase what ancient Greek architecture was like over 2,000 years ago. Keep watching our travel series. Ciao!