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15 Things to Do in Athens

The Greek classics.

The 15 things to do in Athens that travellers book most. The Acropolis and its museum, the old quarters below it, and the day trips out to the coast and the ancient sites beyond.

15 Things to Do in Athens

Athens: Acropolis & up to 5 Archaeological Sites Combo Pass

Athens: Acropolis & up to 5 Archaeological Sites Combo Pass - Timing the Acropolis: choosing your entry slot

1.Athens: Acropolis & up to 5 Archaeological Sites Combo Pass

Most Popular★ 4.2

Timed-entry Acropolis ticket plus access to up to five Athens archaeological sites, with audio options and a flexible 3-day plan.

“Experience and tickets great booked one at to each site no issues only downside was the free days which despite getting code said code was invalid and then we don’t almost an hour contacting the hubby team for the sim and following instructions so it still didn’t work very disappointing”

13,904 reviews2 hours - 1 dayFrom $42by Key Tours

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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour - Ticket lines, separate entrances, and what you should actually plan for

2.Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

★ 4.8

Skip lines at the Acropolis and New Acropolis Museum on a 2–4 hour guided tour with expert stories and Dionysus Theater views.

“Brilliant! Jason is very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of Athens and kept our attention for the whole tour. Lots of walking but because the information was so interesting you hardly realise how far you’ve walked! Not for people with mobility issues!”

9,316 reviews2 - 4 hoursFrom $40by Athenian Tours

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The Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

The Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour - Start on the south slope: Theatre of Dionysus and the drama connection

3.The Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

★ 4.7

A guided Acropolis walk to the Parthenon plus optional museum time. Licensed guide, clear headsets, and timed entry for smart viewing.

“Learning about the history of the Acropolis and Parthenon was super interesting and our guide Dora was very knowledgeable and engaging. After visiting the Acropolis, a small group of us visited the Acropolis Museum where Dora hit interesting highlights and we got to see some of the originals preserved in the museum. Highly recommend this…”

8,493 reviews2 - 4 hoursFrom $40by ATHENS WALKING TOURS

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Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip - Getting Started at Metaxourghio: Find the Sign, Then Relax

Acropolis: Premium Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Tour

Acropolis: Premium Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Tour - Porinou 5 meeting point: where you start and how fast you get going

5.Acropolis: Premium Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Tour

★ 4.8

Skip-the-line Acropolis and Parthenon guided tour with an expert guide, wireless hearing devices, and optional Acropolis Museum. $40.

“Many thanks to Demos for the knowledgeable and interactive tour through the Acropolis. Rain or shine, the tour proceeded. This tour had both. I enjoyed this, since it allowed for a variety of photos of the ruins.”

5,208 reviews2 - 4 hoursFrom $40by Athens Walks Tour Company

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Athens: Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour

Athens: Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour - Meeting Up and Getting Comfortable on the Athens to Delphi Drive

6.Athens: Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour

★ 4.7

A 10-hour guided trip from Athens to Delphi and Arachova: Temple of Apollo, the Delphi Museum (Charioteer), and free time in a mountain village.

“The trip to Delphi was wonderful, with an experienced guide who pointed out all the import points. The only thing that I would change is allowing more time at the archaeological site. Otherwise, a flawless experience.”

5,102 reviews10 hoursFrom $30by Key Tours

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All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included

All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included - The 2.5-hour Saronic Gulf sail to Agistri: views first, schedule later

Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour - The Route in Real Life: 2 Hours, Hill Climbing, and a Manageable Pace

9.Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

★ 5.0

2-hour Acropolis and Parthenon guided walk in Athens with a licensed guide, small group headsets, and optional entry tickets.

“We did both the Parthenon and Acropolis Museum tour. Our tour was terrific. Our guide was just the right combination of friendly and knowledgeable!”

4,755 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $41.12by Athens Walks Tour Company

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Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens - Psyrri and Iroon Square: Meze, Music, and Nightlife-Era Food

10.Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

★ 5.0

Athens Greek food walking tour with 12 tastings across Monastiraki, Central Market, and Psyrri, led by a top local guide. Come hungry.

“Anna is the perfect tour guide. She went above and beyond to educate us on basically the entirety of the Plaka and surrounding neighborhoods as she took us to hand-selected out-of-the-way eateries and an exceptional coffee experience. We never felt rushed even after the allotted time, she continued to educate and offer tastes of some…”

4,740 reviews3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $87.07by Athens Walks Tour Company

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Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch - Getting from Athens: the 8:00 a.m. start and real travel time

11.Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

★ 4.7

A long Athens day trip to Meteora: visit 3 monasteries inside, spot all 8 from viewpoints, see Badovas caves, and enjoy Greek lunch.

“Very knowledgeable guide and great guy Clement was able to make the trip interesting and unique. Every stop was a new adventure and great reward despite having some tiring climbs! it makes you truly appreciate the effort and faith of the monks who made the monasteries possible hundreds of years ago.”

4,670 reviews14 hoursFrom $87by Meteora Thrones - Travel Center

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Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide

Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide - Getting picked up in Athens: locations and how to avoid the stress

Athens: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Athens: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Price and value versus paying for every ticket separately

From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch - The Saronic Gulf Ride: What the Sailing Time Actually Gives You

Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour - Mount Lycabettus, Zappio, and Plaka: Your Fast Intro to Athens

15.Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

★ 5.0

Private half-day Athens by Mercedes with chauffeur pickup, classic sites, Daphni mosaics, and Greek lunch plus baklava.

“My guide, George, was excellent, helpful and accommodating. I was travelling solo and had a very pleasant time. The lunch that was included was quite a drive out of town. I could have passed on that. But the rest of the tour was excellent.”

3,714 reviews4 to 6 hours (approx.)From $91.91by Theodores Private Tours - Theodores Travel

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