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Explore Athens: sights, tours and local experiences

Marble columns of the Parthenon in soft morning light

First time in Athens?

The Athens you came for.The Athens you'll remember.

You should absolutely see the Acropolis. We'll just tell you when to go, which gate to use, and where to eat afterwards.

  • AcropolisGo at opening or the last hour.
  • Acropolis MuseumThird floor first. Trust us.
  • Ancient AgoraThe city's original living room.
  • PlakaBeautiful — one street back from the crowd.
  • MonastirakiSunday morning, before eleven.
  • Panathenaic StadiumMarble, and a very good running track.

Must see, then must experience. You've seen the Acropolis — now see Athens.

Experiences

Athens, done properly.Guided by locals.

Walks, rides and day trips run by Athens operators we know and trust.

Athens Coastal E-Bike TourComing soon

Coastal e-bike tour · 4.5h

Athens Coastal E-Bike Tour

A half-day ride along the Athens Riviera — beaches, marinas and a local pastry tasting by the sea.

Athens Electric Bike TourComing soon

E-bike tour · 2.5h

Athens Electric Bike Tour

Ride the historic centre on a pedal-assist e-bike, with a secret Acropolis viewpoint by the National Observatory.

Athens Morning Food and Drinks Tour: A Bite From The Acropolis

Food tour · 2.5h

Athens Morning Food and Drinks Tour: A Bite From The Acropolis

Wake up to the flavors of Athens on this morning food tour, where tradition meets the city's vibrant modern culture.

From €67

Athens Sunset Bike TourComing soon

Sunset bike tour · 2.5h

Athens Sunset Bike Tour

The city in golden light — a relaxed afternoon ride built around viewpoints and photographs.

Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour

Food tour · 3.5h

Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour

Taste traditional and modern Greek dishes at restaurants beloved by locals while seeing the best of two neighborhoods in the heart of the city.

From €77

Make Your Own Leather SandalsComing soon

Leather sandal workshop

Make Your Own Leather Sandals

A hands-on workshop in an Athens sandal atelier: choose your leather, shape the straps and walk out in the pair you made.

Private airport transfersOn request

Athens Airport · Transfer

Private airport transfers

Taxi, sedan, minivan or minibus between Athens Airport and your hotel.

Olive oil, tasted properlyComing soon

Athens · Tasting · 2h

Olive oil, tasted properly

Taste your way through Greek olive oil with someone who knows the groves.

Greek wine, uncorkedComing soon

Athens · Wine tasting · 3h

Greek wine, uncorked

Greek grapes you've never heard of, poured with the stories behind them.

Street art, read like a mapComing soon

Athens · Walking tour · 2h

Street art, read like a map

Walk the walls of Psyri and Exarcheia with someone who knows the artists.

Greek theatre, played in EnglishComing soon

Athens · Theatre · Evening

Greek theatre, played in English

An ancient play performed in English, under an Athenian evening sky.

More to come

New experiences are joining this list through the season.

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