Best Things To do in Athens

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BEST THINGS TO DO IN ATHENS

Athens Highlights: a Mythological Tour

Enhance your experience of Athens on a mythological tour of the ancient Greek city. Alongside an entertaining guide, visit major landmarks like the Acropolis and the Olympian Zeus Temple and listen to the captivating myths that surround each landmark. Hear tales that combine myth, legend and historical fact; and gain valuable insight into the culture of modern and ancient Greece on this educational tour.

Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens

Indulge your inner foodie on this 4-hour gourmet tasting tour and sample the edible delights of Athens. Take to the streets for a walking tour of Athens’ cafés, markets, delicatessens and street food haunts. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private food-expert guide as you uncover the secrets of Greek cuisine and learn more about the city’s culinary heritage. Stop along the way to sample local treats like sweet donuts, Greek bread and regional cheeses, washed down with Greek wine and freshly brewed coffee.

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

Escape the urban energy of Athens for the day and set sail for the Saronic Islands aboard a spacious Greek sailing ship. Find your favorite spot on deck to soak up the Mediterranean sun while island-hopping to Agistri, Moni, and Aegina. From ancient temples and wild peacocks to pristine beaches, there’s something for everyone at each stop. Swim and snorkel right off the boat, and indulge in a delicious Greek lunch onboard during this luxury island adventure.

Athens Bike Tour on Electric or Regular Bike

Explore the ancient monuments and bustling energy of Athens on a fun and easy bike tour. Cover much more distance than walking while peddling along bike-friendly paths and streets, stopping to learn about the city’s long history and legends from a local guide. Cycle around the Acropolis and past other iconic ruins including the Ancient Agora, Roman Forum, and the Keramikos Cemetery.

Athens Full Day Private Tour

Explore the highlights of Athens in a private vehicle on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel and make your way the the Acropolis, where you can stroll through the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the Propylaea, the Erechtheum, and the Parthenon. Take in views from Lycabettus Hill and explore the neighborhoods of Plaka and Monastiraki.

Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens

Visit one of Greece’s most picturesque coastal viewpoints on a half-day small-group tour from Athens to Cape Sounion. Travel by minivan along south Attica’s scenic shoreline roads to reach the ancient Temple of Poseidon, built atop a towering sea cliff with fantastic views of the Aegean. Explore the ruins of this temple dedicated to the Greek god of the sea, and opt for an afternoon tour to catch a famously beautiful sunset.

Athens Small-Group Food Tour

Sample Greece’s tastiest dishes on this food and walking tour through Athens. Led by a local guide, stroll through the city’s historic streets, tasting ‘bougatsa’ (a sweet or savory pastry), ‘loukoumades’ (Greek honey dumplings), olives and other Greek specialties. Then, take a trip to the Varvakeios market to peruse regional spices and herbs. To keep this small-group tour as intimate as possible, numbers are limited to 14 people.

Luxury Catamaran Cruise from Athens with Traditional Greek Meal and BBQ

Drink in the beautiful sights and seas of the Athens Riviera from a catamaran on this half-day, small-group cruise. While an experienced skipper and crew do the work, relax and revel in the sunshine and scenery. Step aboard your luxurious craft, sip a welcome drink, and enjoy the warm breezes as you sail along the picturesque coastline. Enjoy stops to swim or snorkel, stay refreshed with unlimited complimentary drinks, and savor a delicious Greek meal, including barbecue dishes, served by the crew. Choose a morning or sunset cruise when you book.

4-Day Classical Greece Tour: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora

Delve into Greece’s rich history on this 4-day tour from Athens. Discover the UNESCO-listed classical sites of Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, and Delphi; and pay a visit to Meteora to explore its spectacular rocktop monasteries. Take a guided walking tour at each site to learn about its past, and visit other top sights, such as the Corinth Canal. Overnight accommodation in 4-star hotels, breakfasts, dinners, and coach transport are included. Including a trip to medieval Meteora, this unique ancient Greece tour is great for all history buffs.

Small-Group Greek Traditional Food Tour around Athens with Tastings

Discover Athens in the best way possible with this delicious foodie tour. Explore different areas of the city on foot and learn about contemporary life and culture. Avoid tourist traps and head to beloved local markets, delis, and family-owned tavernas to sample souvlaki, dolmades, spanakopita, koulouri, olives, and more. Your tour concludes with a meze lunch and wine at a traditional taverna.

Highlights of Athens biketour

Explore some of Athens’ major landmarks and discover its hidden gems without the rigid schedules and blink-and-you’ll-miss-it photo stops of a typical sightseeing tour. Instead, immerse yourself in Athens on this small-group cycling tour. With your cycling guide leading the way, ride around grand monuments like the Temple of Zeus and the National Garden, as well as special secrets like the Anafiotika. Spend half the day discovering the highlights of Athens’ central neighborhoods from the back of your own bicycle.

Greek Small-Group Athens Cooking Class & Dinner

Taste the local flavors of Greece during this 4-hour small-group cooking class in Athens! Taking place at a restaurant under a majestic Acropolis view, your cooking class is run by an experienced and passionate cooking instructor who demonstrates traditional family Greek cooking. Under the instructor’s watchful eye, prepare an authentic Greek feast and then sit down with fellow food-lovers in your group to eat it! This small-group cooking class is limited to 16 people, ensuring you’ll learn all about Greek cooking in an intimate atmosphere.

Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

Discover the highlights of Athens, along with the city’s best kept secrets, on a private 5-hour tour. The half-day adventure is perfect for travelers who like the flexibility to customize their sightseeing experience without worrying about the details. Visit the Temple of Zeus, Roman Agora, Acropolis, and much more in private transportation. Along the way, your guide provides immersive commentary and insider tips for the rest of your Athens vacation.

Private Biblical Tour of Ancient Corinth & Isthmus Canal from Athens & Corinth

Follow in the footsteps of St. Paul, who spent time living in Corinth and wrote two letters to the Corinthians, on this private tour of biblical Corinth and the Corinth Canal, with pickup and drop-off from Athens or Corinth. See the marketplace where St. Paul addressed the Corinthians from the podium, visit a church with a mosaic depicting his conversion, and stop at Kechries where Paul had his hair shorn.

The 10 Tastings of Athens With Locals: Private Food Tour

This foodie extravaganza is the ultimate way to get a taste of Greece. By traveling with a private guide, you’ll get a more personalized experience, and you’ll have your guide’s undivided attention for questions. Your guide will lead the way, which takes the stress out of navigating, and you’ll visit multiple local Athens food hotspots, such as markets, food counters, and more. Highlights include trying Greek olive oil, souvlaki, and doughnuts.

Athens Highlights under the Moonlight with Drinks and Meze Dishes

Experience Athens’ illuminated sights and nightlife on a small-group tour. With a local guide, witness the Greek capital at its after-dark best and learn how Athenians relax, eat, drink, and party. Soak up the floodlit landmarks, discover the lively nighttime districts, hear urban myths, and visit three bars to sample local spirits and mouthwatering ‘meze’ appetizers. End at an uptempo music spot, enjoying foot-stomping Greek ‘bouzouki’ guitar folk music.

Athens Street Art Walk

Venture off the tourist trail and discover a different side to Athens on this 3-hour street art walking tour led by a local artist. Explore the city’s colorful local neighborhoods; admire unique graffiti art and murals; and see for yourself why Athens’ bold street art has made a name for itself worldwide. This small-group tour is limited to 12 people, ensuring an authentic local experience.

Athens Greece Full Day private tour

This is a great choice for history fans wanting to see Athens’ best historical sights in a day. Enjoy a stress-free adventure of Greece’s capital with a full itinerary planned out, and round-trip transport included. Visit the Parthenon, the New Acropolis Museum, the Temple of Zeus, Lycabettus Hill, Plaka, Athens Riviera, and much more. As it’s a private tour, the itinerary can be altered based on personal preferences.

Skip the Line: Athens – Ancient Greek Theatre,Open-Air Performance Ticket

Laugh your way through the fantastical world of ancient Greece with skip-the-line tickets to the Koilon Theatre. From Odysseus to the Cyclops, you’ll get a colorful glimpse of 5th-century Athens at this English-language play. Pre-booked tickets ensure your spot at the theater, which offers a fresh twist on the ancient Greek theatrical tradition.