Athens 2021 Holidays

Save Time and Money with Athens Holiday Packages

Expedia can help you save heaps with an Athens travel package. With all that extra money in the bank, you might even like to book a few extra nights. Book your deal on Expedia and earn savings of up to $583*! It's really that easy! With more than 550 partner airlines and 1,000,000 worldwide properties for you to choose from on our international database, you'll be jetting off on your next holiday in no time! Almost all accommodation can be cancelled with no hidden fees from us.

Places to Visit in Athens

Preparing for your trip to Athens? Need some info about what to do and see when you arrive? That's where we come in! With such a great range of world-renowned attractions in one place, you'll never have a dull moment in Athens! First things first, be sure you get some selfies out the front of the Parthenon and the Acropolis Museum. When you've finished with those, you'll still have Roman Agora and the Ancient Agora to visit! You'll find yourself surrounded by fascinating things to do and see, including the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Benaki Museum. If you really want to squeeze the most out of your time here, also consider visiting the National Archaeological Museum of Athens and Mount Lycabettus. Many weighty decisions have been considered behind the walls of Hellenic Parliament. Appreciate it from afar or close up on a guided tour. There's an excellent range of things to keep you busy in this destination. Visiting an area's monuments is a fantastic way to glean an insight into its accomplishments and heritage. Drop by Filopappos Hill and find out the inspiring tale behind it. Still have time to spare? As you stand at the base of Arch of Hadrian, make sure you glance up and marvel at its elegant design and robust structure. This impressive old monument deserves to be viewed from every angle.

Life is either a bold adventure or nothing at all, so why not dive into some new and exhilarating experiences? Start off your trip to Athens by trying out one or two of these activities:

• Athens Food Safari Tour by Electric Trikke Bike
• Athens Off The Beaten Track Private Tour
• City, Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Small-Group Walking Tour
• Athens Morning Bike Tour
• Gourmet Athens Food tour
• Private Full-Day Tour Following the Footsteps of St. Paul

Check out the Athens things to do page for a comprehensive list.

Athens Accommodation

With no less than 306 Athens properties to select from, you'll definitely secure a room that appeals to you in the nation's capital. If you're all about cheap holidays or splashing out, we've got you covered. If you've got a bit of jet lag, there's nothing quite like kicking back in a swanky room and ordering some room service. See what heavenly treats are waiting for you at the Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens (1 Vasileos Georgiou A' str) or the King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens (3 Vasileos Georgiou A' Street). On the hunt for somewhere cheaper? The AVA Hotel & Suites (9-11 Lyssikratous Street) and the Sweet Home Hotel (Patroou 5 - Plaka) are a couple of places that won't cost you an arm and a leg. The Parthenon is a must-see when visiting Athens, and staying close by can be a good way to really make the most of it. The MET34 Athens Hotel can be found just 0.6 miles away. Another close option is the AthensWas, 0.4 miles away.

Nearest Airports to Athens

No one loves wasting time at the airport. But it's worth it when you remember the adventure that's waiting just around the corner Situated 12 miles east of Athens, Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) is the most convenient terminal.