A category of Articles about visiting Athens including itineraries, where to stay, and things to do.
The Acropolis is the reason a lot of people come to Athens in the first place, and I believe that’s fair. After all, it is one of the most important ancient sites in the world, it is visible from most of the city, and yes, it is worth visiting. However, from my experience it is…
Athens is not one of those cities that tries to impress you immediately, if not at all. It can be noisy, messy, hot, and chaotic. Some parts are beautiful, some are less, and not everyone falls in love with the city on day one. So if you are asking whether Athens is worth visiting, I…
Renting a car in Athens is often unnecessary, and sometimes a bad idea. Driving in the city can be stressful, parking is limited, and you’ll rarely need a car if you’re staying central. But if you are planning to travel outside Athens, a car becomes one of the easiest ways to explore places that are…
Athens is not the kind of city people usually come to for the beaches first. And honestly, that’s fair. If you only look at the closer urban stretch of the coast, the Riviera can seem a bit overrated. But the coast gets much better once you know where to go. There are sandy beaches, small…
Last updated: March 2026 Summer is the most intense time to visit Athens. The city is hot, busy, but full of energy. Days are long, nights run late, and everything happens outside, from rooftop bars to late dinners and walks through the centre. It’s also the time when most people visit. Cruise ships arrive daily,…