Athens

Greece
Price of Beer
£3.32
Currency
Euro

Athens Overview

For a capital city teeming with so much to see and do, I can’t get over how affordable Athens is. It’s the perfect place to do a budget getaway or, if you’re fancying a treat, book a fantastic value luxury stay. If it’s not on your bucket list already – it needs to be.

Athens Hotels

Treat

4 star

Away from the city centre, you can afford to treat yourself to this penthouse apartment with spectacular roof terrace.
Treat

4 star

Sleek rooms with rooftop terrace with sun loungers. Upgrade for a private hot tub with views of the Acropolis.
Affordable

3.5 star

Boutique hotel with 15 rooms, a great Greek restaurant and an affordable Presidential Suite.
Budget

3 star

Boutique hostel with cafe, co-working space, roof terrace, wellness centre and private rooms.
Affordable

3 star

Compact rooms with an urban edge plus access to a rooftop terrace with hot tub.
Budget

1 star

Boutique hostel with stylish bar and seasonal roof terrace with Acropolis views.
Budget

1 star

Trendy downtown Athens hostel with outdoor terrace – just choose from a shared dormitory or private room.

Athens Things To Do

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There are loads of amazing food tours on offer in Athens but why not try your own? Here’s the foods you should be looking for.
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Fancy pairing your trip to Athens with a jaunt to a Greek island? The Saronic Islands are beautiful, easy to get to and most importantly, affordable.
Free
Whether you’re after fresh fruit, fish, meat or Greek produce, or just fancy experiencing the organised chaos!
Free
Discover Athens through the eyes of a local with lots of historical knowledge too! And tip what you want at the end.
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Simply hop on a cheap tram to explore the seaside suburbs of Glyfada, Voula and Sounio.
Free
A gentrified neighbourhood with a village vibe complete with independent shops, cafes, bars and restaurants.
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A trip up the Ancient citadel – the most well known tourist activity of Athens – doesn’t need to cost a fortune thanks to their free Open Days.
Free
Whether you climb or choose to take the funicular, expect incredible views of Athens. There’s a cafe and restaurant up there too!

Athens Food and Drink

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Seafood restaurant on top of Lycabettus Hill with an incredible view of Athens from its outdoor terrace.
Affordable
Family run Greek tavern with classic dishes, a great atmosphere and 0.5 litres of wine for just €4.50.
Affordable
Greek restaurant serving classic dishes including souvlaki, pittas and dips in the bustling heart of Athens.
Treat
Vintage style cocktail bar in the trendy area if Psyri serving coffee, cocktails, brunch and dinner.
Affordable
Popular spot serving vegan deep fried dough with a variety of toppings including sugar, greek honey, praline and bueno.
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One of the last standing traditional dairy bars in Athens that will leave you questioning the Greek yoghurt you eat back at home!
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Handmade ice cream produced in Kokkion’s ice cream lab, with cakes and coffee on offer too.