Accessible tourism accounts for 15% of the world’s population, which equates to 1 billion people and almost 130 million Europeans. Greece is one of the first destinations to cater to travelers with physical challenges and offer barrier-free, fully immersive experiences! The Greek landscape is quite uneven, which often makes it difficult to travel for wheelchair users. However, since the Athens Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2004, Greece has made many improvements, and many tourist attractions in Greece are now wheelchair accessible, allowing everyone to access the UNESCO monuments and archaeological sites! We have listed a few suggestions: Athens Athens is the city with one of the oldest civilizations in the world. This is the place where old and new come together. The impressive history of Athens, which is still visible everywhere, blends with contemporary Greek culture. When you visit the Acropolis and the Ancient Agora and walk through the beautiful streets of the historic district of Plaka, you will feel like you are in another time. This is where the stories of the gods from Greek mythology come to life. 
New elevator and trails The Acropolis is the most famous monument in Athens. Be sure to visit during your stay in this majestic city. Visitors with mobility issues can now access the monuments of the Acropolis in Athens thanks to a new elevator on the north side of the hill and specially designed pathways that facilitate wheelchair accessibility. Athens has a long history and countless historical ruins to visit, and an accessible walking/rolling tour can help put everything into context. The tourist attractions in Athens are generally easily accessible, but there are some challenges, particularly with sites with ancient ruins. The Ancient Agora and the Temple of Olympian Zeus are both wheelchair accessible, although you won’t be able to visit every part of the archaeological site. Disabled access in museums in Athens is generally good. The Benaki Museum, the Museum of Cycladic Art, the National Archaeological Museum, and the Byzantine and Christian Museum are all accessible via sloping or level-level entrances. On the positive side, disabled tourists will find that the metro networkis arguably the most accessible in all of Europe, with almost all stations having lifts to the platforms. 
Operable sliding ramps on the beaches One of the ways the country wants to show its accessibility is with its accessible beaches. Greece is installing wheelchair-friendly ramps to make its beautiful beaches more accessible. The free-to-use remote-controlled sliding ramps will allow people with mobility challenges to more easily access and enjoy the sea across the country. The mainland, as well as many islands, offer accessible facilities on the beach. There are amenities available on 198 Greek beaches, some of which are located in Rhodes, Tilos, Kalamata, Lesvos, Alexandroupoli, Preveza, and they are constantly expanding throughout Greece. In addition, many hotels and restaurants have redesigned their interiors so that they can welcome wheelchair users. 
Independently into the sea on Skiathos (Sporades) and Syros (Cyclades)Skiathos, the most cosmopolitan island in the Northern Sporades, is truly a paradise on earth, with lush pine forests and crystal clear azure waters. The illustrious setting of the hit 2008 musical, Mamma Mia, allows Skiathos to shine with natural beauty and rustic Greek allure. The laid-back island, famous for its beaches and calm waters, has made sure that locals and visitors alike can enjoy its clear turquoise waters, installing Seatracs on four of its beaches: Koukounaries, Agia Paraskevi, Agia Eleni and Megali Ammos. These innovative ramps are designed for people with mobility issues, allowing them to enter the sea on their own. The pedestrian street at the Old Harbour is the hotspot for entertainment! Colorful cultural events, concerts, and art exhibitions that take place throughout the summer months will add a special touch to your island vacation! 
Special changing rooms The island combines culture, entertainment and religion in the most harmonious way. It is known worldwide for its rich cultural tradition, with events taking place in Ermoupolis, the island’s capital, such as the International Classical Music Festival of the Cyclades, the ANIMASYROS International Animation Festival, the Ermoupoleia Cultural Festival, and so on, offering a range of options for every visitor to experience. Ermoupoli, the island’s capital, will impress you with its neoclassical architecture, multicolored mansions, and cosmopolitan atmosphere. The island has plenty of sea activities, beaches you can visit, and rich and delicious cuisine. Enjoy one of the 5 beaches in Syros with the SEATRAC system, namely Kini, Galissas, Vari, Voulgari and Agathopes. The two beaches also offer extended wooden walkways that connect the parking lot to the beach, as well as specially designed wooden changing rooms and umbrellas for people with disabilities. 
Lake… The website www.visitgreece.gr has been upgraded to be accessible and user-friendly for people with disabilities. The Ministry of Tourism attaches great importance to the integration of the topic of ‘disability and accessibility of people with disabilities’ into tourism education and training, with the introduction of relevant thematic units in the curriculum of the schools of the Ministry of Tourism. Check out the interactive Google map for Greece’s accessible beaches. The Greek government has created a special website, accessiblebeaches.gr, which contains more details about the project, along with instructional videos for those who want to use the facilities.
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