Thanks to Jan from Belgium who sent me this terrific map of central Athens after realizing this was one thing my Athens Guide was missing. You can also get free maps from the GNTO (Greek National Tourist Organization) office on Vas Amalias street right across from the entrance to the National Gardens. There are also maps available at both Compendium and Eleftherodakis bookshops in Athens. I have also found maps in Barnes and Noble and other major bookstores in the US and abroad. Something handy to have with you when you get hold of a good map is a compass. Yes, I know. You have never used a compass before but don't be afraid. They are very simple and all you have to remember is that the needle always points north. So you line up the needle with the N and look at your map and you can see where you are and in which direction you need to walk in. Very handy. Even on the islands. This helpful advice comes from Trent Spradling, of Eugene Oregon and the first thing I am going to do is go and buy one for myself. There is info below on getting a copy of the Fantasy Travel Athens Map.
Athens Maps: I asked my friend George from Fantasy Travel to send me a few Athens maps to give out. He did. 1000 of them! They are pretty good maps of downtown Athens on one side and Greece on the other. There are also inserts of the Athens Metro System and the new Tram that runs along the coast. There's info on transportation within Athens (buses, trolly's, ferries, trains), helpful phone numbers and some sightseeing ideas. If you want a map of Athens (and Greece) send $2 for shipping and handling to Greecetravel.com/101 Lindsay St /Carrboro/NC 27510. If you are writing from Europe or Australia better make that $3. You also get one of my "Invite A Friend To Greece" Postcards made with my own photos!