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Bucket List for Your Next Trip to Athens!



Bucket list for your next trip to Athens, Things to Do in Athens

Updated: 19.11.2025

Athens is a city where ancient history meets vibrant modern life. On your next trip, start your journey at the Acropolis, where the Parthenon stands proudly above the city. Wander through Plaka, the charming old neighborhood filled with narrow streets, cafes, and local shops. Don’t miss the Acropolis Museum and the Ancient Agora, where democracy was born.

For panoramic views, head up Lycabettus Hill at sunset or enjoy a relaxing evening in Monastiraki Square, surrounded by lively tavernas. Explore Syntagma Square to see the Changing of the Guard, then stroll through the National Garden nearby. Athens is a timeless blend of history, culture, and unforgettable moments-perfect for every traveler’s bucket list, so, take a look at things to do in Athens.

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Ready to plan your Athens adventure? Let’s start ticking off that bucket list

🏛️ Attractions

  • Pantheon
  • Ancient Agora
  • Roman Forum
  • Hadrian’s Library
  • Panathenaic Stadium
  • Mount Lycabettus

🖼️ Museums

  • Acropolis Museum
  • National Archaeological Museum
  • Byzantine & Christian Museum
  • Museum of Cycladic Art

🌿 Parks & Gardens

  • National Garden

🏙️ Squares

  • Syntagma Square
  • Monastiraki Square
  • Omonia Square
  • Kotzia Square

🏘️ Neighborhoods

  • Plaka
  • Monastiraki
  • Psiri
  • Kolonaki
  • Exarchia

🌄 Viewpoints (Free)

  • Areopagus Hill (Mars Hill)
  • Pnyx Hill
  • Filopappou Hill
  • Mount Lycabettus
  • Strefi Hill

🚇 Transport from/to Airport

🚆 Metro (Line 3 – Blue Line)

  • Route: Airport → Syntagma / Monastiraki
  • Duration: ~40 minutes
  • Cost: €9 (one-way)
  • Hours: 06:30 - 23:30
  • Tip: Buy tickets at the airport station and validate before boarding.

🚌 Airport Express Bus (X95)

  • Route: Airport → Syntagma Square
  • Duration: 50-70 minutes (depending on traffic)
  • Cost: €5.50
  • Runs: 24/7
  • Tip: Departures from the arrivals level outside Exit 5. Tickets sold at the kiosk or from the driver.

🌍 Official Websites for the Tickets:

Book a hotel in Athens City Center

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NJV Athens Plaza 5*
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Athenaeum Eridanus Luxury Hotel 4*
Living Yard Thissio 4*
Living Yard Acropolis 4*
Acro Urban Suites 4*
Brasil Suites Boutique Hotel 4*
Absolute Athens Acropolis View 4*
Athesense Suites 4*
Ilisia Hotel Athens 4*
Luwian Athens Boutique Hotel 4*
Zappion Hotel 2*
Hotel Adonis Athens 2*

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