Take a walk on the wild side. More than two hundred bird species; a reptiles’ section and representatives of the best the Greek fauna has to offer: wolves, bears and foxes. Attica Zoological Park opened initially as a Bird Park but now it hosts species from all continents: giraffes, zebras, antelopes and rarities such as snow leopards and white lions. TIP: Visit the meerkats. They are sociable and love to be photographed. Don’t forget to check the Zoo’s website for the summer weekly educational programmes and choose from subjects like the African Savannah, Greek Wild Life and other.

Υalou, Spata (+30) 210 6634724/ on-Sun 09:00-until sunset/ Admission fee: €15 Concessions: €11/ Access: Bus No 319 from Nomismatokopio or Doukissis Plakentias & Local Bus No 320/ Bus stop: Spata City Hall/  www.atticapark.com/zoo