Best Things to Do in Athens, Greece during 2023
Is it your first time in Athens? Are you a born-and-bred Athenian? Whether you are a newbie or an old-timer in the city of Athens, there are always riveting things for you to experience!
From relaxing wanderings around scenic neighborhoods to discovering culture through local flavors, exploring Athens is a never-ending task! The city lures you in, making you always return to catch up with the new ventures or rekindle memories of exciting experiences.
Here is a carefully selected list of 50 things to do in Athens to ensure the city lives up to your dreams!
If Athens' panoramic view is what you are after, this hilltop is the ideal place for you to visit. Do so, and you will be rewarded with a breathtaking view of Athens and the thrill of heights!
You can reach the top of Lycabettus Hill by the funicular or – for the most adventurous - by walking up the hill.
Once you get to the top, you will find a small church and a café overlooking the fascinating city of Athens. To top it all off, this spot in the city is Instagram-ready and perfect for photos!
It is no coincidence that Greece is known worldwide for its exquisite culinary offerings. Therefore, you can’t possibly visit Greece’s capital without making a point of tasting as many of its delicious dishes as possible.
Thankfully, the streets of Athens are overflowing with high-quality eateries, from traditional taverns to gourmet restaurants and everything in between.
You can visit ‘Koudounaki’ in the hip neighborhood of Psirri to taste homemade delicacies made with well-established, time-honored, old-age recipes and fresh local ingredients.
For seafood in the heart of Athens, ‘Zisis Fish in a Cone’ gives you an affordable alternative to expensive gourmet restaurants and allows you to taste incredible salty flavors on the go!
If, however, fine dining is what you’re after, Athens’ will satisfy your craving just as easily. Visit ‘Vassilenas’ for an unmatched experience of Mediterranean indulgence, or go all the way out in ‘Spondi,’ one of Athens’ most luxurious offerings. The riches of Greek cuisine are not limited to its prestigious eateries, though, as Athens’ street food is one of its biggest assets.
Go around the stall that offers the Greek take on fast food and discover for yourself why Greece is a Foodie’s Paradise.
Alternatively, you can embark on our Athens for Foodies Gastronomy Tour, Athens By Night Food Tour & Wine Tasting, or our Olive Oil Tasting and Farm Tour in Athens, all of which will help you explore the culinary culture of Athens and Greece with the guidance of expert locals.