Athens

GREECE · MAINLAND

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

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!”

Check Availability →Read the review →

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.

“Our guide Andrea was extremely knowledgeable and told the history and stories in a way everyone could understand while ensuring plenty of relevant detail. The whole Acropolis tour was fantastic - and make sure not to miss the Acropolis Museum at the end as that was incredible too!”

Check Availability →Read the review →

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

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

4.8

Half-day bus trip from Athens to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon, with sunset views, an archaeologist guide, and great free time.

“Had an amazing experience & met a lot of great people. Would definitely recommend this to anyone. Sunset was blocked by clouds but it was still beautiful nonetheless.”

Check Availability →Read the review →

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

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

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

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

5.0

All-day sailing from Athens to Agistri, Moni/Metopi, and Aegina with lunch, drinks, and swimming stops—10 hours of Aegean calm.

“Amazing experience with great food, drink, views, experiences. If you are sensitive to smoke you should probably sit in the front of the boat.”

Check Availability →Read the review →

Athens, Piraeus, and Coastline: Blue Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

Athens, Piraeus, and Coastline: Blue Hop-On Hop-Off Bus - Getting on in Piraeus: cruise terminals to the Acropolis stop

8.Athens, Piraeus, and Coastline: Blue Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

3.9

Hop on Athens and Piraeus on four bus lines for 2 days, with 16-language audio, Wi‑Fi, and beach stops along the Riviera.

“This bus is so awesome if your a cruise passenger. It picks you up right at the port and takes you right to all the sights you want to see. It’s cheaper than a taxi and has free WiFi. This was our 2nd time using this bus to reach Athens from the port. I would…”

Check Availability →Read the review →

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!”

Check Availability →Read the review →

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.

“Adele did a wonderful job curating our afternoon. We got to see parts of the city we otherwise wouldn’t have and learned a lot about Greek food culture along the way.”

Check Availability →Read the review →

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.

“The long journey to get to Meteora was eclipsed and soon forgotten as the Monastery complex is breathtaking. Our guide Clement made our visit super special, gave us lots of good info and had a genuine transpiring willingness to make our journey memorable. Thank you.”

Check Availability →Read the review →

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

12.Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide

4.4

Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon at sunset. Half-day Athenian Riviera drive with audio in 6 languages and great photo stops.

“Our guide Vasilis was very charming and entertaining, always making sure everyone was okay and aware of the plans. He sounded very passionate and knowledgeable about the areas we passed and cracked a few jokes here and there which made us laugh. The temple and the sunset were beautiful, the food at the restaurant was…”

Check Availability →Read the review →

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

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

4.3

Hop-on hop-off buses across Athens with English audio in 13 languages, plus optional Piraeus and Riviera beach routes. From $25.

“We thoroughly enjoyed the flexibility of getting off and visiting sites then getting on to continue till the next site we were interested in. We took the 2 day or 48 hour option . The first day we planned on staying on for the whole ride but instead decided to get off at then Acropolis…”

Check Availability →Read the review →

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.

“Our family of four had a great day with Sebastian seeing the sights of Athens. Very knowledgeable, engaging, and expert in navigating a bustling city. We had a lot of fun and would definitely recommend.”

Check Availability →Read the review →

Most recent

Explore Greece