Top Athens Holidays in 2026

Immerse yourself in the culinary history and practices of Greece during this half-day traditional cooking class in Athens. Tour Athens' Central Food Market to purchase produce, then head back to the home kitchen with your instructor to prepare dishes using the fresh local ingredients. Menus are adaptable to most dietary requirements so everyone can participate.

Prebook this Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon tour to guarantee your visit to the UNESCO World Hertiage Site. Going with a guide gives you more as you walk along the site learning the history and beauty behind the ruins. Plus, you can choose whether to add your admission ticket for convenience when you book or to purchase when you arrive there.

See the landmark monuments of Athens in a new light during a tour of the Acropolis, guided by a licensed tour guide. Avoid the crowds and warmer temperatures while taking a leisurely stroll around the Parthenon, Propylaia gateway, Temple of Athena Nike, and more. Enjoy skip-the-line access to save time. Upgrade to include tickets to the Acropolis Museum for even more insights into ancient Greece.

Sail along the breathtaking Athenian Riviera on a traditional wooden boat, offering an authentic and cozy atmosphere. This unique Sunset Dinner Cruise includes two exclusive swim stops at the serene Ydroussa Island and in front of the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel Vouliagmeni, where you can dive into crystal-clear waters or relax on deck. Enjoy a freshly prepared Greek dinner buffet crafted onboard by our skilled chef, paired with unlimited drinks, including wine, beer, coffee, and tea. As you cruise past iconic spots like Faliro, Alimos, Vouliagmeni, and Glyfada, the golden sunset and twilight views will leave you in awe. With a professional and friendly crew dedicated to ensuring your comfort and enjoyment, this all-inclusive experience is perfect for couples, families, and friends seeking relaxation, adventure, and indulgence. Book now to create unforgettable memories on the Athenian Riviera! In September and October, our cruise departs at 3:00 PM.

Visit one of Greece’s most picturesque coastal viewpoints on a half-day small-group tour from Athens to Cape Sounion. Travel by minivan along south Attica’s scenic shoreline roads to reach the ancient Temple of Poseidon, built atop a towering sea cliff with fantastic views of the Aegean. Explore the ruins of this temple dedicated to the Greek god of the sea, and opt for an afternoon tour to catch a famously beautiful sunset.

Taste Greek wine in a setting beneath the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Acropolis. In a small group that’s limited to just 15 people, get the lowdown on Greek wine regions and grapes, and hear tales of Dionysus, the Greek god of wine and fertility. Listen to your sommelier guide to learn more as you sip five different wines, accompanied by Greek cheese, olives, and crispbreads.

The Acropolis of Athens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the city's most iconic attraction—and ticket lines often involve a long wait. Save time for more sightseeing with this pre-booked e-ticket, and get guaranteed entry into the millennia-old landmark directly. Even better, this package includes an audio guide. Just pop in your headphones and explore the site at your own pace during a convenient self-guided tour.

Enhance your experience of Athens on a mythological tour of the ancient Greek city. Alongside an entertaining guide, visit major landmarks like the Acropolis and listen to the captivating myths that surround each landmark. Hear tales that combine myth, legend and historical fact; and gain valuable insight into the culture of modern and ancient Greece on this educational tour.

Indulge your inner foodie on this half-day gourmet tasting tour and sample the edible delights of Athens. Take to the streets for a walking tour of Athens’ cafés, markets, delicatessens and street food haunts. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private food-expert guide as you uncover the secrets of Greek cuisine and learn more about the city’s culinary heritage. Stop along the way to sample local treats like sweet donuts, Greek bread and regional cheeses, washed down with Greek wine and freshly brewed coffee.

Athens has a world-class bar scene but it can be hard to know where to go—or, for solo travelers, who to go with. Meet like-minded folk and enjoy a curated evening on this rooftop bar crawl led by a lively and seasoned host. Start at a bar with sunset views of the Acropolis, then continue to at least two more venues, wrapping up at a club if the stars align.

Discover Athens through its authentic flavors on a guided walking and tasting experience in the heart of the city. Meet your private guide at Mitropoleos 6–8, near Syntagma Square, and enjoy a relaxing 30 minutes walk through the elegant neighborhood of Kolonaki. Visit a traditional delicatessen and enjoy a curated tasting of 4 premium Greek wines, 3 varieties of pure honey, and 2 extra virgin olive oils, guided by your private sommelier and local tour guide. All tastings are paired with traditional Greek snacks. Learn about Greek gastronomy, winemaking, and production methods in an intimate, local setting. A unique experience combining culture, flavors, and storytelling in central Athens. After the experience, return with your guide to the meeting point at Mitropoleos 6–8.

Seeing Athens, Piraeus, and the Riviera independently can mean figuring out transportation between widely spread sights. Simplify your sightseeing with a hop-on hop-off bus connecting key landmarks across three routes, while audio commentary adds context along the way. Get off wherever interests you, then continue when you’re ready, combining convenient transportation with the freedom to explore Athens and its surroundings at your own pace.

After meeting your guide at the nearby metro station, you and your small group will set off for the Acropolis.  The tour brings some of history’s greatest treasures to life, offering an interactive experience you won’t get from a book or audio guide.  Your guide also times your visit to the Acropolis Museum to avoid the crowds and give you a more intimate experience.

Make easy work of Athens’ busy streets and steep hills by whizzing around the sights on an easy-to-ride electric bike. Glide effortlessly around the hilltop ruins of the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens and pedal around the atmospheric Old Town of Plaka. Hop off along the way to see the New Acropolis Museum, Hadrian’s Arch, and the National Gardens of Athens.

Explore Athens at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus tour that provides easy transportation to key attractions like the Panathenaic Stadium and the Parthenon, part of the Acropolis. Travel across two interchanging lines—the Blue and the Orange—plus enjoy access to/from the port in Piraeus for cruise passengers.

Escape the urban energy of Athens for the day and set sail for the Saronic Islands aboard a spacious Greek sailing ship. Find your favorite spot on deck to soak up the Mediterranean sun while island-hopping to Agistri, Moni, and Aegina. Swim and snorkel right off the boat, and indulge in a delicious Greek lunch onboard during this luxury island adventure.

Get the party started in Athens—and enjoy a fun and social way to experience the city’s nightlife, even if you’re traveling solo or in a small group—with this late-night pub crawl. When booking, choose between three packages that offer included shots at venues, plus optional unlimited drinks sessions. Whichever you pick, look forward to visiting several bars and clubs over about 3 hours, and rubbing shoulders with locals and fellow visitors.

A small-group experience, with 12 participants maximum, designed for travelers who have already seen Athens’ must-do sights and are looking to add something more meaningful and memorable to their journey. With limited group sizes, guests enjoy a relaxed, personal atmosphere, plenty of interaction, and the freedom to ask questions, taste mindfully, and truly engage with each stop. This experience connects three different venues, each representing a distinct side of Athenian local life—from one of the city’s oldest wine bars, to a traditional arcade, to a modern wine bar. At every stop, tastings are guided by knowledgeable locals who explain the stories and regional character behind what you’re tasting. Guests learn what makes them unique, and how they reflect Greece’s diverse terroir and culinary heritage. This tour is ideal for curious travelers who want to go experience Athens through flavors, people, and places that feel authentic. A perfect way to give your trip that extra layer.

Choosing a Greek wine can feel overwhelming when you don’t know the differences between varieties. This hands-on workshop in Athens turns tasting into a creative experience. Sample distinct grape varieties with guidance from a qualified sommelier, then blend, bottle, cork, and wax your own custom wine. Design a personalized label to take home, and enjoy olives and local cheeses as you craft a bottle that’s uniquely yours.

Most ghost tours simply entertain you with dark, macabre, or supernatural stories—on this small-group walking tour through Athens, get a chance to actually track ghosts using paranormal ghost-hunting equipment, including EMF detectors, a radio scanning tool, Electronic Voice Phenomena (EVP), and dowsing rods. Skip the standard ancient history lectures and connect with Athens’ haunted sites while passing the Acropolis, Roman Agora, and more—all in just two hours.

Follow in the footsteps of ancient heroes and legends with a full-day tour from Athens to Delphi, a UNESCO-recognized archeological site that’s among Greece’s most iconic places. Travel past the plain of Boeotia and the birthplace of King Oedipus, then explore a historic monument and treasury, the scenic ruins of the Temple of Apollo, and the spectacular friezes in the Delphi museum. After an optional lunch at a local restaurant, visit a picturesque mountain village to browse woven handicrafts and carpets before returning to Athens.

Skip the risks of self-driving and the hassle of appointing a designated driver on this private tour from Athens. Optionally visit Ancient Corinth, then enjoy a guided wine tasting at one or two top Nemea wineries, paired with local delicacies. End with free time in Nafplio, known for its coastal views and Venetian architecture.

Covering Athens on foot is slow in the heat, and a car keeps you at arm's length from the sights. See plenty up close on this guided bike tour, riding past ancient ruins, neoclassical buildings, and the city's neighborhoods, with brief stops at landmarks such as the Acropolis, the Temple of Hephaestus, and the Panathenaic Stadium. Choose a regular bike or an e-bike, and add a guided Acropolis visit as an upgrade.