Discover Athens’s 200 best Autumn spots for your trip

Parthenon

★ 4.8 · 88,043 reviews

Climb the Acropolis to stand before the Parthenon, the Doric temple that anchors the Athens skyline. Walk the grounds around the columns and take in the city spread out below.

Acropolis

★ 4.7 · 7,993 reviews

Climb the Acropolis, the rock that defines Athens and its ancient story. Walk past the Propylaea to the Parthenon and look out over the city from the summit.

Acropolis Museum

★ 4.7 · 86,077 reviews

Step into the Acropolis Museum, the glass-and-steel showcase at the foot of the sacred rock. Walk its bright galleries of sculptures and artifacts, ending at the top-floor Parthenon hall where the frieze is displayed.

Erechtheion

★ 4.8 · 2,454 reviews

Stop at the Erechtheion, the most unusual temple on the Acropolis. Look closely at the six Caryatids holding up its porch and the uneven design that sets it apart from the Parthenon.

National Archaeological Museum

★ 4.6 · 39,571 reviews

Explore the National Archaeological Museum, the city's great repository of ancient Greek art. Walk through halls of sculpture, vases, metalwork and jewelry, each explained with clear, concise labels inside a grand neoclassical building.

Plaka

Get lost in Plaka, Athens' oldest quarter beneath the Acropolis. Follow pedestrian lanes past neoclassical houses, ancient monuments and craft shops, then rest at a taverna terrace with the rock overhead.

National Theatre of Greece

★ 4.7 · 3,887 reviews

Settle into the National Theatre of Greece, the country's historic state stage in the heart of Athens. Take in a play, concert or dance-theatre piece beneath the grand neoclassical facade and the auditorium's old-world atmosphere.

Makris Athens Restaurant

★ 4.6 · 629 reviews

Climb to Makris, a rooftop restaurant that looks straight at the Acropolis. Linger over creative plates and inventive cocktails as the evening light shifts.

Temple of Hephaestus

★ 4.8 · 13,088 reviews

Walk up to the Temple of Hephaestus, the most complete ancient temple in Greece. Circle its Doric columns and carved friezes above the Agora, and compare the view with the Acropolis across the way.

Zampano

★ 4.5 · 2,700 reviews

Take a break at Zampano, a chic cafe close to the Acropolis. Choose from eggs Benedict, egg-white omelettes or a Greek salad, and finish with fresh juice or a good coffee.

Galiántra

★ 4.4 · 1,496 reviews

Discover Galiántra, an Athens restaurant built around its inviting courtyard and late-night energy. Settle in for hot, flavourful plates and friendly service in a setting made for long evenings.

Holy Church of Saint George of Lycabettus

★ 4.7 · 1,163 reviews

Climb to the Chapel of Saint George on Lycabettus Hill, the highest viewpoint in central Athens. Step onto the terrace beside the whitewashed church and look across the city to the Acropolis.

Temple of Poseidon

★ 4.7 · 22,388 reviews

Travel the coast road to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon, standing on a cliff above the Aegean. Walk up to the Doric columns and look out across open water.

Monastiraki

Dive into Monastiraki, where the square, the flea market and the Acropolis all collide. Browse stalls along Adrianou and Ifestou streets, then head up to a rooftop terrace for views of the lit-up Parthenon.

Acropolis Ticket with Optional Audio or Live Guide

★ 4.2 · 13,456 reviews

Skip the guesswork with a timed Acropolis ticket. Climb to the Propylaea, Erechtheion and Parthenon at your own pace, with audio or a live guide if you choose.

Greek National Opera

★ 4.8 · 3,563 reviews

Enjoy a night at the Greek National Opera in Kallithea, home to opera and ballet performed in a modern theatre. Pick a production, take your seat and add the audio tour and lighthouse views for a fuller visit.

The Zillers Rooftop Gastronomy

★ 4.5 · 1,636 reviews

Discover The Zillers Rooftop Gastronomy, an Athens hotel rooftop with Acropolis views. Work through a tasting menu with Greek wine pairings in a refined, attentive dining room.

Onassis Stegi

★ 4.7 · 4,076 reviews

Catch a performance at Onassis Stegi, Athens' striking home for contemporary theatre, dance and music. Browse the programme, admire the neon artwork lighting up the facade, and finish with a drink or dinner on the rooftop.

Acropolis Ticket & Heritage Sites

★ 4.2 · 14,521 reviews

Plan your own Acropolis visit with a reserved entry slot and mobile commentary. Wander among the Parthenon and hilltop temples, with optional passes to other ancient sites around Athens.

Ama Lachei

★ 4.6 · 8,124 reviews

Discover Ama Lachei, a former school turned garden restaurant where locals and visitors share the courtyard. Order a spread of modern Greek meze and mains and linger under the open sky.

Panathenaic Stadium

★ 4.7 · 46,699 reviews

Walk into the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympics took place in 1896. Climb the marble tiers for views over the arena and follow the audio guide around the track.

Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves & Lunch

★ 4.7 · 6,171 reviews

Journey from Athens to the towering rock pillars of Meteora and the monasteries perched on top. You'll stop at viewpoints over all six, step inside three, and explore the hermit caves with a local guide.

Ancient Agora of Athens

★ 4.7 · 40,936 reviews

Wander the Ancient Agora, where Athenians once traded, debated and voted. Stroll among the ruins, admire the Temple of Hephaestus and browse the artefacts inside the Stoa of Attalos.

Small-Group Day Trip Tour to Delphi

★ 4.7 · 390 reviews

Travel with a small group to Delphi, once considered the centre of the ancient world. Walk the sanctuary with an official guide, see the Charioteer in the museum, and stop in Arachova on the way back.

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour

★ 4.4 · 1,252 reviews

Ride the Athenian coast road to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon. You'll hear the myths on the bus, then explore the cliff-top temple on your own, ideally as the sun goes down.

Athens Concert Hall

★ 4.8 · 13,380 reviews

Experience a concert at the Athens Concert Hall, the city's modern home for music and performing arts. Choose a performance in one of its four halls and enjoy the acoustics in a polished, contemporary setting.

Melina Mercouri Café

★ 4.4 · 3,986 reviews

Take a break at Melina Mercouri Café, a vintage-styled bistro named after the beloved actress. Order the warm orange pie with an iced chocolate, then choose between the cool interior and the street-side tables.

Usurum Brunch & Cocktails

★ 4.8 · 4,552 reviews

Seek out Usurum Brunch & Cocktails, tucked along a quiet Athens street. Dig into blueberry or lemon pancakes, creamy scrambled eggs and good coffee served by a friendly, attentive team.

The dark side of Chocolate

★ 4.7 · 194 reviews

Duck into The dark side of Chocolate, a cosy family-owned chocolate haven tucked into Kolonaki's streets. Choose a hot chocolate by cocoa percentage, listen to the jazz, and linger over a sweet treat.

Kafeneio Oraia Ellas

★ 4.1 · 1,768 reviews

Settle at an outdoor table at Kafeneio Oraia Ellas in the heart of Monastiraki. Sip a traditional Greek coffee or share salad, tzatziki and grilled octopus while the evening atmosphere builds.