A category of articles about planning a trip to Athens, with itineraries, places to stay, transportation, and tips from a local.
IInternet access is one of the first things you’ll think about after landing in Athens. Maps, taxi apps, tickets, translations, almost everything depends on having a data connection. You’ll see SIM cards advertised all over the airport, but I wouldn’t buy one there. Prices are higher, and the packages are rarely worth it. In this…
Last updated: March 2026 Taxis are everywhere in Athens. They’re yellow, easy to spot, and you’ll see them constantly moving through the city. They’re also where a lot of visitors end up having their most annoying transport experiences. And if I’m being honest, plenty of locals don’t exactly trust them either. That doesn’t mean every…
Last updated: March 2026. Spring is one of my favourite times of year in Athens. The city wakes up again after winter, cafés put their tables back outside, and the hills around the Acropolis turn green for a few short weeks before summer burns that away. It’s also one of the easiest times to enjoy…
Athens is a big city, but getting around is easier than it first looks. Once you reach the historic centre, a lot of the city starts working on foot. You can walk between neighbourhoods for hours without thinking much about transport at all. For longer distances, Athens has a modern metro system, buses, trams, taxis, and a…
Last updated: March 2026 Athens is not a difficult city to visit, but it doesn’t always work the way you might expect. It’s loud, busy, and full of small habits that only start making sense once you’re here. A bit of preparation helps a lot, especially in summer when the heat, crowds, and pace of…