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Top 163 Things To Do in Athens

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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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$100
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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 ...

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$128
per adult
Poros, Hydra & Aegina Day Cruise

#3Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Explore all the major sights of Athens on a double-decker hop-on hop-off bus that gives you 360-degree panoramic views of the city below. Enjoy unlimited rid...

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$23
per adult
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

#4Athens & Acropolis Sightseeing Tour with Acropolis Museum

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. Wander throug...

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$79
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Athens & Acropolis Sightseeing Tour with Acropolis Museum

#5Cape 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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$52
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Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens

#6Acropolis & Athens Small-Group Walking Tour

Explore the fascinating Greek capital and its must-see landmarks. Learn the history of the city as your guide walks you through the imposing Temple of Zeus, ...

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$45
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Acropolis & Athens Small-Group Walking Tour

#7Meteora 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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$120
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Meteora Day Trip from Athens via Train

#8Combo 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

#9Epidaurus & 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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$100
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Epidaurus & Mycenae Day Trip

#10Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Small-Group Walking Tour

Visit 2 of the most famous sites in Athens: the striking Acropolis reigning from the hill and the renowned Acropolis Museum. Meander through glorious monumen...

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$56
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Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Small-Group Walking Tour

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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.