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Things to Do in Athens

Everything you need for an unforgettable Athens trip — skip-the-line tickets, airport transfers, hotels, car hire and cheap flights, all in one place.

Athens is one of the world's most rewarding destinations — and planning your trip is simple when tickets, transfers, stays and flights all live in one place. Below you'll find hand-picked Athens experiences and travel deals from trusted booking partners, refreshed regularly so you always see live availability and fair prices.

Where to stay

Hotels in Athens: see today's live prices

Browse every hotel in Athens on Trip.com with today's real prices, guest reviews and free cancellation on most rooms.

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Best areas to stay in Athens

Pick the neighbourhood that fits your trip, then compare live hotel prices.

Area photos: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)

Plaka, Athens
1 Plaka$$$
First-timers & sightseeing

Historic, picturesque, lively, tourist-friendly

Steps from the Acropolis, Ancient Agora, and Monastiraki metro, with many cafés, tavernas, and easy walking access.

Hotels in Plaka
Monastiraki, Athens
2 Monastiraki$$
Budget travelers & nightlife

Busy, central, market-filled, energetic

Excellent metro connections and close to the Acropolis, Roman Agora, and flea market, with plenty of shops and late-night options.

Hotels in Monastiraki
Syntagma, Athens
3 Syntagma$$$
Transport access & convenience

Central, polished, practical, well-connected

Home to the main metro hub and airport bus, near the National Garden, Parliament, and easy links across the city.

Hotels in Syntagma
Koukaki, Athens
4 Koukaki$$
Couples & longer stays

Relaxed, local, café-lined, walkable

Near the Acropolis Museum, Syngrou-Fix metro, and quieter streets, with good tavernas and a more local feel.

Hotels in Koukaki
In season now · October

Autumn wine & harvest tours in Athens

Harvest-season tastings, vineyards and fall colours. Book early, these sell out fast this time of year.

Before you fly

Your Athens trip checklist

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How much does a Athens trip cost?

Adjust your trip and the estimate updates instantly.

Nights

4

Travellers

2

Travel style

Currency

  • HotelTypical

    4 nights × 1 room

    $760
  • Airport transfersTypical

    Return trip × 1 car

    $110
  • Tours & ticketsTypical

    4 days × 2 people

    $440
  • Food & drinksTypical

    4 days × 2 people

    $440
  • Local transportTypical

    4 days × 2 people

    $96

Estimated total

$923 per person

$1,846

Typical costs are researched estimates, refreshed monthly. "Live" prices come from current partner fares. Exchange rates update daily.

Things to Do in Athens

Tours, tickets and attractions

Tours & Day Trips in Athens
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KKday

Tours & Day Trips in Athens

Find tours, day trips and attraction tickets in Athens with KKday — instant confirmation on most bookings.

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

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

4.9(6,399 reviews)· 10h

All Day Cruise is here to invite you on a fantastic day out at sea on our traditional wooden motor- sailing boat, all along the mesmerizing Saronic Gulf and its main attractions the Islands of Agistri, Aegina and swimming stop in Moni or Metopi. Relax on board and enjoy the local snacks and unlimi

from$152
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Meteora Day Trip with Sunset, Caves, Beachfront Stop & Lunch
ExperiencesFree cancellation Athens
Viator

Meteora Day Trip with Sunset, Caves, Beachfront Stop & Lunch

4.7(1,697 reviews)· 14h

More than a transfer from Athens to Meteora, this is a carefully designed full-day road trip combining comfort, authentic local stops and a complete Meteora experience. Depart at 08:00 to get ahead of Athens traffic and visit 3 monasteries even during shorter winter opening hours. Enjoy two genuine

from$99
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Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
ExperiencesFree cancellation Athens
Viator

Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket

4.8(3,366 reviews)· 3h

ALL Tickets are included! Explore the Acropolis with an expert guide, then continue to the Acropolis Museum to understand how its sculptures, reliefs, and architectural elements once belonged to the temples above. With a small group and a licensed local guide, the experience is paced, informative,

from$156
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Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour
ExperiencesFree cancellation Athens
Viator

Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

4.9(6,787 reviews)· 4h

During this amazing half day tour you will see all the most popular sights and experience the best parts of the city. But I will also show you the special things that make Athens great. On our way to the city, I will give you a lot of information about Athens history, mythology and culture. This t

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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon and Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
ExperiencesFree cancellation Athens
Viator

Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon and Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

4.8(2,681 reviews)· 2h

Travel back in time on a 2 or 4 hours Skip-the-tickets-line informative and fun tour to the most significant monument in Athens. This tour is guided by an English speaking field expert and licensed tour guide. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Acropolis of Athens through a journey into histo

from$39
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Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour
ExperiencesFree cancellation Athens
Viator

Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

4.8(6,883 reviews)· 2h

Explore the magnificent Acropolis of Athens with a licensed professional guide in a relaxed and unforgettable way. Visit in the morning or afternoon and enjoy cooler temperatures, fewer crowds and a leisurely pace. Admire the glorious Parthenon, Propylaea, Erechtheion and other iconic monuments whil

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Top attractions & tours in Athens
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Trip.com

Top attractions & tours in Athens

Skip-the-line tickets, day trips and tours in Athens, with instant confirmation.

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Skip-the-Line Tickets in Athens
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Tiqets

Skip-the-Line Tickets in Athens

Museums, landmarks and top attractions in Athens — instant mobile tickets with Tiqets, skip the queue.

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Things to Do in Athens
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Klook

Things to Do in Athens

Book top tours, attractions and activities in Athens with Klook — instant mobile tickets and a best-price guarantee.

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4 Hours - Athens & Acropolis Highlights Private Tour
ExperiencesFree cancellation Athens
Viator

4 Hours - Athens & Acropolis Highlights Private Tour

4.9(786 reviews)· 4h

If you have short time but you want to see the highlights of Athens that’s the best way! Visit the Acropolis and feel captured by the symbol of the western civilization. Then enjoy your drive around the city admiring the most important parts of it.

from$170
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Athens Full Day Private Tour
ExperiencesFree cancellation Athens
Viator

Athens Full Day Private Tour

4.9(3,479 reviews)· 8h

If you are a fan of Greek History and Mythology this is your tour! See all the highlights of Athens and learn everything about the iconic sites, visiting the Acropolis (Parthenon), the Ancient Agora and the New Acropolis museum, in a private day tour that will be flexible and customized to your need

from$145
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Airport Transfers in Athens

Get from the airport to your hotel, hassle-free

Airport Transfers in Athens
TransferFixed price, no surge Athens
Kiwitaxi

Airport Transfers in Athens

Pre-book a private airport transfer in Athens with Kiwitaxi — fixed price, flight tracking and no surge pricing.

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Where to Stay in Athens

Hand-picked stays and live rates

Hotels in Athens
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Trip.com

Hotels in Athens

Browse every hotel in Athens with today's real prices, guest reviews and free-cancellation options.

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Car Hire in Athens

Compare rental cars at great prices

Compare Car Rental in Athens with Economybookings
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Economybookings

Compare Car Rental in Athens with Economybookings

Compare car hire from top brands across Athens, airport and downtown — all-inclusive prices, no hidden fees.

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Car hire in Athens: Fiat Panda 1.0
Car Athens
Europcar

Car hire in Athens: Fiat Panda 1.0

About US$75 in total for a 5-day rental (daily rate NZ$25.60 as quoted by Europcar). Converted to US$ at today's rate; tap for live availability and the final price.

US$15/day· US$75 for 5 days
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Local Car Rental in Athens with Localrent
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Localrent

Local Car Rental in Athens with Localrent

Rent from trusted local car-hire companies in Athens — honest prices, no hidden fees, free cancellation options.

from€5.09/day
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Car Hire in Athens with GetRentacar
CarFree cancellation Athens
GetRentacar

Car Hire in Athens with GetRentacar

Compare rental cars from local and global suppliers in Athens, with free cancellation on most bookings.

from$35/day
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Flights in Athens

Find your best fare

Flights from London to Athens
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Flights from London to Athens

See today's fares from London to Athens across all airlines, then pick your dates.

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Cheapest car hire in Athens

Live rates at Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos", from US$3/day. Change the dates to compare every partner.

3 days
Cheapest
Renault Twingo

Renault Twingo

Mini car · or similar

4Manual
  • Instant confirmation
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation
Selecta

Selecta

via Trip.com

US$3/day

≈ US$9 for 3 days

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Fiat 500

Fiat 500

Mini car · or similar

7
4Manual
  • Instant confirmation
  • Free cancellation
  • E-voucher
Green Motion

Green Motion

via Trip.com

US$4/day

≈ US$12 for 3 days

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Volkswagen up!

Volkswagen up!

Mini car · or similar

7
4Manual
  • Instant confirmation
  • Free cancellation
  • E-voucher
Green Motion

Green Motion

via Trip.com

US$4/day

≈ US$12 for 3 days

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MG ZS

MG ZS

Compact SUV · or similar

53Manual
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Full to Full
  • Free cancellation
Record Go

Record Go

via Trip.com

US$5/day

≈ US$15 for 3 days

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See all 24 cars and 5 partners

Compare car & bike rentals for Athens

6 trusted brands side by side. Check two or three to get the best deal.

QEEQ

Best for: Lowest price search

Cars · Worldwide

Low-price search

Economybookings

Best for: All-inclusive pricing

Cars · 30,000+ locations

No hidden fees

Europcar

Best for: Trusted global brand

Cars & vans · 140+ countries

from US$15/day

Book direct with Europcar

Localrent

Best for: Islands & local deals

Cars · Europe, Asia & islands

from €5.09/day

Local prices

GetRentacar

Best for: Flexible bookings

Cars · 10,000+ locations

from $35/day

Free cancellation

Trip.com

Best for: Big-brand airport rentals

Cars · Worldwide airports

Free cancellation on most cars

Find the cheapest eSIM for Athens

Real plan prices from each brand, cheapest first, for plans that last your whole trip.

Prices checked 2h ago on each brand's site. Prices may change at checkout.

Athens travel FAQ

What are the best things to do in Athens?

The most popular Athens experiences are skip-the-line attraction tickets, guided city tours and day trips. You can book them above with instant mobile tickets from trusted partners like Tiqets and Klook — no printing required.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel in Athens?

A pre-booked private transfer is the easiest way to reach your Athens hotel. You'll find fixed-price, meet-and-greet airport transfers in the section above, so there's no haggling with taxis when you land.

When is the best time to visit Athens?

Athens rewards visitors year-round, but the shoulder-season months usually offer the best mix of pleasant weather, thinner crowds and lower prices. Compare live hotel and flight prices above to find the cheapest dates for your trip.

Do I need a visa to visit Athens?

Visa rules depend on your nationality and how long you stay, so always check your government's official travel advice before booking. Many travellers can enter visa-free or with a quick electronic authorisation.

How many days should I spend in Athens?

Most travellers spend 3–5 days in Athens to see the highlights without rushing. Booking your tours and transfers in advance helps you make the most of every day on the ground.

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