What to do in Athens

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Monastiraki Flea Market which includes a square or plaza, street scenes and a city

Athens Tourist Attractions & Activities

Next stop: Athens! You’re about to set a course in a new direction. Constantly seeking imaginative ways to get inspired and have an eye-opening adventure, you’re prepared to discover a new city like a pro. Book your activities today, and all you'll have left to do is pack your trunk and think about all the places you'll go, because Expedia Australia can connect you with loads of things to do.

  • The activities in Athens are not only among the best, but they won’t cost an arm and a leg. We have 1208 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just AU$5. Get your favourite day trip on Expedia Australia for a great price, and you'll still have money for a dream hotel or decadent dinner while you’re visiting.
  • Athens is popular among thrill seekers similar to yourself. In fact, many travellers have been visiting Athens to check out local hot spots and participate in the best activities, and most are already planning to return. The most loved things to do can grab the enthusiasm of even well-versed explorers, and that includes savvy visitors like you. Our collection includes a wide range of culturally themed tours and opportunities for adventure. With one-of-a kind ways to check out the best this area has to offer like a 4-Day Classical Greece Trip from Athens to unique ways to check out the best this area has to offer like a Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens, there are loads of active options to choose from when you consider all the things you can do here at Expedia Australia.

It takes a game plan to best get the feel for Athens, especially when you intend to include trips to museums and outdoor activities. And it's evident that you're itching to explore every avenue—you're excited to get out and have an adventure. You need to check off the best activities around, and an afternoon walk through charming neighbourhoods is always time well spent. Our activities are the perfect way to organise your trip. Book group tours on Expedia Australia, and there will be no need to worry about looking at a map.


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Academy of Athens showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and an administrative building

Athens City Centre

4.5/5(261 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Athens City Centre. Top attractions like Acropolis and Syntagma Square are major draws. Catch the metro at Panepistimio Station or Syntagma Station to see more of the city.

Athens City Centre
Plaka featuring street scenes, night scenes and dining out

Plaka

4.5/5(82 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Plaka. Check out Adrianou Street or Roman Agora while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Akropoli Station to get around town.

Plaka
Athens which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and building ruins

Monastiraki

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

Monastiraki is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Ermou Street and Monastiraki Flea Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.

Monastiraki
Acropolis Museum which includes a city

Koukaki

3/5(3 area reviews)

Visitors to Koukaki love its fascinating museums, and you can check out Acropolis Museum and Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Akropoli Station.

Koukaki
Mount Lycabettus which includes mountains and a city

Kolonaki

5/5(27 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Benaki Museum while getting to know Kolonaki, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Aristippou Station or Evangelismos Station to see more of the area.

Kolonaki
Syntagma Square which includes a city

Syntagma

While you're in Syntagma, take in top sights like Syntagma Square and jump on the metro at Syntagma Station to see more of the city.

Syntagma

Day trip destinations from Athens