Athens

Greece
Price of Beer
£3.32
Currency
Euro
Jan
10°C
Feb
10°C
Mar
13°C
Apr
16°C
May
21°C
Jun
26°C
Jul
29°C
Aug
29°C
Sep
24°C
Oct
20°C
Nov
15°C
Dec
12°C
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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

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Thisean Modern Suites
4/5
Away from the city centre, you can afford to treat yourself to this penthouse apartment with spectacular roof terrace.
  • Family Rooms
  • Roof Terrace
  • Kitchen
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The Modernist Athens
4/5
Sleek rooms with rooftop terrace with sun loungers. Upgrade for a private hot tub with views of the Acropolis.
  • Family Rooms
  • Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Free Breakfast
  • Accessible Rooms
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Affordable
Athenian Foss
3.5/5
Boutique hotel with 15 rooms, a great Greek restaurant and an affordable Presidential Suite.
  • Family Rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast Available
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Budget
Selina Athens Theatrou
3/5
Boutique hostel with cafe, co-working space, roof terrace, wellness centre and private rooms.
  • Family Rooms
  • Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast Available
  • Roof Terrace
  • Kitchen
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Affordable
DAVE Red Athens
3/5
Compact rooms with an urban edge plus access to a rooftop terrace with hot tub.
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast Available
  • Roof Terrace
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Budget
Athens Backpackers
1/5
Boutique hostel with stylish bar and seasonal roof terrace with Acropolis views.
  • Bar
  • Free Breakfast
  • Roof Terrace
  • Kitchen
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Budget
Nubian Hostel Athens
1/5
Trendy downtown Athens hostel with outdoor terrace – just choose from a shared dormitory or private room.
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Breakfast
  • Outdoor Terrace
  • Kitchen
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Athens Things To Do

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Affordable
Conduct Your Own Self-Guided Athens Food Tour
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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Affordable
Escape the City and Explore the Saronic Islands
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.
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Free
Shop for Fresh Produce at Athens Central Market
Whether you’re after fresh fruit, fish, meat or Greek produce, or just fancy experiencing the organised chaos!
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Free
Join a Free Walking Tour around Athens
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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Affordable
Catch the Coastal Tram Down the Athens Riviera
Simply hop on a cheap tram to explore the seaside suburbs of Glyfada, Voula and Sounio.
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Free
Explore the Trendy Neighbourhood of Psyri
A gentrified neighbourhood with a village vibe complete with independent shops, cafes, bars and restaurants.
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Free
Visit the Acropolis and Other Ancient Sites for Free
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.
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Free
Climb Lycabettus Hill for Sunset
Whether you climb or choose to take the funicular, expect incredible views of Athens. There’s a cafe and restaurant up there too!
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Athens Food and Drink

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Orizontes Restaurant
Seafood restaurant on top of Lycabettus Hill with an incredible view of Athens from its outdoor terrace.
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Affordable
Oinopoleion
Family run Greek tavern with classic dishes, a great atmosphere and 0.5 litres of wine for just €4.50.
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Affordable
O Thanasis
Greek restaurant serving classic dishes including souvlaki, pittas and dips in the bustling heart of Athens.
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Treat
Juan Rodriguez Bar
Vintage style cocktail bar in the trendy area if Psyri serving coffee, cocktails, brunch and dinner.
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Affordable
Lukumades
Popular spot serving vegan deep fried dough with a variety of toppings including sugar, greek honey, praline and bueno.
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Affordable
Stani
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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Affordable
Kokkion
Handmade ice cream produced in Kokkion’s ice cream lab, with cakes and coffee on offer too.
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