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#1Ancient Delphi Full-Day Trip

Greek mythology comes to life as you walk the roads of Delphi, considered by the ancients to be the center of the world. Admire Apollo’s temple as you hear t...

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$104
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Ancient Delphi Full-Day Trip

#2Poros, Hydra & Aegina Day Cruise

Leave the mainland behind as you set sail across the Aegean to lose yourself in the ancient beauty of the Saronic Islands. Enjoy free time on the islands of ...

recommend80% of travelers recommend

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$112
per adult
Poros, Hydra & Aegina Day Cruise

#3Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens

Go beyond Athens to the spectacular Cape Sounion, and see the ruins of the Greek temple of Poseidon, the god of the sea in classical mythology. Admire the vi...

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$55
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Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens

#4Skip-the-Line Acropolis & Athens Sightseeing & Museum Tour

Listen to stories from your expert guide, which bring the city to life as you visit some must-see attractions in the comfort of a luxury coach. Skip the line...

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$61
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Skip-the-Line Acropolis & Athens Sightseeing & Museum Tour

#5City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Explore all the major sights of Athens on this hop-on hop-off bus tour, where you'll have fabulous 360-degree views of this beautifully historic city from th...

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City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

#6Meteora Day Trip from Athens via Train

Take a day trip from Athens to see the breathtaking wonders of the Meteora Monasteries that perch atop cliffs. You have a full day to explore at your leisure...

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$118
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Meteora Day Trip from Athens via Train

#7Epidaurus & Mycenae Day Trip

Escape the hustle and bustle of Athens and dive into Greece's rich history on this full-day guided tour to Epidaurus and Mycenae. Discover the remains of the...

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$112
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Epidaurus & Mycenae Day Trip

#8Hard Rock Cafe Dining with Priority Seating

Get the true rock-star experience in the heart of Athens with a 3-course meal at the Hard Rock Cafe. Priority seating lets you move straight to the front of ...

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$22
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Hard Rock Cafe Dining with Priority Seating

#9Combo Hop on Hop off Classic Tour of Athens, Piraeus & Beaches

Get to know 4,000 years of Greek civilization with 2 days of freedom to explore some of the most iconic sites of Athens, Piraeus, Athenian Riviera, and fanta...

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$15
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Combo Hop on Hop off Classic Tour of Athens, Piraeus & Beaches

#101 Day to Meteora by Train Panoramic from Athens

Best local travel agency.Take the train from Athens Train Station at 8:20am at Kalabaka and admire the beautiful Greek landscapes during your trip. Arriving ...

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$100
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1 Day to Meteora by Train Panoramic from Athens

Things To Do in Athens

Has the glorious city of Greece, the gem known as Athens, filled your dreams? Have you had a fantasy to take Athens tours, visiting all of the attractions in Athens? This Mediterranean wonder is ripe for the picking. You only have one life to live. Don't put off traveling to one of the world's dearest, top destinations. Make a list of all of the things to do in Athens, take a look at the map to plot out all of your Athens excursions, and you'll find no shortage of things to do in Athens.

Expedia will help you to locate Athens activities to ensure you have the best experience as you visit all of the must see places.

When you head to Athens, you'll want to make sure you see the tourist spots and local top picks as well. No one will argue that history, architecture, and archaeology take center stage in this marvel of a city. You'll need to make a pilgrimage to the Acropolis, the Parthenon, Erechtheion, Areopagus, the Ancient Agora of Athens, Kerameikos, and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Round out your visit to the past at the Temple of Hephaestus, Pnyx, Monastiraki, the Arch of Hadrian, the Stoa of Attalos, and the Prytaneion.

You can also step into modern times when Expedia.com helps you to find all of Athens' hidden treasures. Go cruising on the sea in one of the many rental boats that will let you be at the helm or let a tour service bring you around to all of the best sites while you sit back and relax. Shop in the boutiques in the Mall Athens and bring back a piece of Greece when your trip is over. Enjoy fine dining in one of the many establishments that will allow you to eat like the natives. Visit the quaint towns of Kolonaki and Plaka. When you've had your fill for the day, come back to a wonderful room, allowing Expedia.com to help you find the perfect accommodations. Set sail now and put Athens on your horizon in the near future.