Athens Travel Stories

Jul 29, 2025 • 9 min read

Here's everything you need to know about visiting the Acropolis in Athens.

Jul 2, 2025 • 7 min read

Piraeus is the largest Mediterranean port in terms of passenger traffic and commercial activity, and most of Athens' visitors simply consider it a transit…

Jun 17, 2025 • 9 min read

Athens is a city that's been transformed by tourism in recent years. Here's how to be a sustainable visitor.

Jun 10, 2025 • 14 min read

Mix and match our expertly designed Greece itineraries to build the one-week, two-week or even three-week trip of your dreams.

Jun 4, 2025 • 6 min read

Steeped in millennia-old history, gleaming and gritty, hectic and laid-back, cheerful and whining, just like its inhabitants, Athens is a diverse and eclectic.

May 1, 2025 • 9 min read

Athens offers unparalleled encounters with ancient history – and is a thriving 21st-century metropolis, too. Here are 16 ways to explore the city.

Apr 3, 2025 • 6 min read

Athens offers you the chance to savor classic dishes and explore innovative modern fare. Here are the foods and drinks to enjoy on your trip.

Mar 3, 2025 • 7 min read

From ancient ruins to beaches a short boat ride away, here are nine ways to escape the bustle of Athens for the day.

Dec 17, 2024 • 8 min read

Whether you're after the beach or a bargain, here's when to go to Athens, Greece.

Dec 11, 2024 • 8 min read

Plan your time, budget and activities in Athens with this guide for first-time visitors.

Feb 2, 2024 • 7 min read

A mouthwatering journey through Athens.

Feb 25, 2023 • 6 min read

Tangled streets. Troublesome traffic. Athens can be tricky to navigate. This is how to get around.

Jan 4, 2023 • 7 min read

Roam Athens’ ancient streets, then take in cost-free museums, markets and art. Here’s our guide to the best free things to do in Athens.

Jun 15, 2022 • 5 min read

Remnants of its glorious past make Athens a unique cultural destination with extraordinary energy and appeal

Feb 25, 2022 • 5 min read

From chic rooftop spots with breathtaking views of the city to old-school jazz haunts, here are the best bars and clubs in Athens.

Feb 25, 2022 • 4 min read

From wandering ancient sites to catching waves at Kyma Surf School, here's how to see Athens with kids.

Sep 27, 2021 • 4 min read

Green spaces and parks may be hard to find in urban Athens but that doesn't mean they aren't worth seeking out. Just use our list of the city's best parks!

Mar 27, 2020 • 4 min read

The eclectic shopping scene in Athens has something for every taste, from flea markets to fashion boutiques to high-end homeware shops.

Jan 14, 2020 • 5 min read

Vassilis Kallidis literally wrote the book on the best restaurants in Athens, Greece. Here are eighteen you need to try.

Jan 2, 2020 • 5 min read

With its white beaches, ancient sites and many islands, how do you choose where to go? Here are our top experiences for first-time visitors to Greece.

Dec 17, 2019 • 2 min read

In Greece, the three weeks before Lent form the carnival season, known locally as Apokries (9 February to 1 March in 2020). Here's what to expect

Oct 29, 2019 • 5 min read

Greece in winter is a land of glorious walks, uncluttered ancient sites and bustling city life. Here are the top things to do in Greece in winter.