Things to do in Greece

Things to do in Greece

Top 10 Things to do in Greece

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    Off the Beaten Track in Athens: Akadimia Tour

    585 reviews
    2.5 hours | off the beaten track | Athens

    Take a walk off the beaten track, away from the tourist crowds, and see the real side of Athens. On this private tour, go beyond the classic route and explore the Akadimia where you’ll experience a different Athens, like a local with a local by your side!

    €28.39per person
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    Portrait from local Evanthia - The active tourist guide
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    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Athens

    379 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | Athens

    Want to see the best of Athens? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Athens!

    €74.20per person
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    Explore the Acropolis & Museum with a Local Guide

    811 reviews
    3 hours | skip the line tours | Athens

    A quick visit to the Acropolis is not enough. There are other spots worth checking out outside this attraction, and your local host knows exactly where. Combine your visit to the Acropolis with a touch of hidden gems and an easy access to this famous attraction, and you are set for a good time!

    €68.14per person
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    Cape Sounio & Temple of Poseidon Private Day Trip

    373 reviews
    6 hours | day trips | Athens

    Escape & experience beautiful blue Greek beaches and the impressive Temple of Poseidon on a fantastic private day trip experience! Have fun under the sun, taste fresh seafood and see for yourself stunning ruins full of history.

    €73.06per person
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    Culinary Kickstart Tour: Athens

    2083 reviews
    2 hours | food tours | Athens

    The way to a city's heart it's through its food! And on this private food tour, you'll get to know Athens through its cuisine and the tastings favorite of the locals. A local food expert is ready to give you a taste of the real Athens satisfying your cravings for local food and city highlights.

    €45.59per person
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    Withlocals Your Way! - Athens City Tour

    2549 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | Athens

    Did you know that the Athens tour of your dreams exists? Yes, and it’s 100% personalized and created by your local host around your interests. Customize and see only the places that spark your interest. From classic landmarks to neighborhood walks - your wishes are our command!

    €83.29per person
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    The History of Athens: Greek Mythology Tour

    640 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | Athens

    Curious to know more about Athens’s history? Join a local history expert on an insightful tour that will show you a side of the city that can’t be found in any book. This experience will open your eyes to the past and origins of Athens from a local perspective as you learn about Greek Mythology.

    €68.14per person
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    Drinks & Bites in Athens Tour

    156 reviews
    2.5 hours | food tours | Athens

    Picture this, a night out in Athens hopping from hot spot to hot spot, discovering local nightlife while tasting typical local drinks perfectly paired with delicious local bites. Sounds like a fun night? Join a local nightlife expert and discover how the locals unwind in Athens.

    €60.19per person
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    The 10 Tastings of Athens

    1199 reviews
    3 hours | food tours | Athens

    Ready to taste the best food in Athens? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Athens.

    €90.10per person
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    City Escape: Peloponnese Day Trip

    1553 reviews
    9 hours | day trips | Athens

    Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Athens to explore Peloponnese with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, villages, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!

    €132.75per person
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    The Experienced Local
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    The active tourist guide
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What other travelers love about our local experts

Megan
About local
27 July 2025
A highlight of our time in Athens

Booking a private tour guide was an excellent way to make our visit to Acropolis special. We could not be more satisfied with Markella. She did a wonderful job setting the stage and equipping us with the base knowledge needed to fully enjoy the temples. She is so immersive with her storytelling and pleasant to have conversation with. We toured Delphi the next day and said multiple times how much we miss Markella. Additionally, she is great at communication prior to the tour. You will not regret booking with Markella!

Explore the Acropolis & Museum with a Local Guide
Nicola
About local
27 July 2025
Fantastic! So insightful!

Massive thanks to Voula for such an insightful tour! We booked last minute but are so glad that we did! A true highlight of our trip. Voula was so knowledgeable, full of engaging facts as we wandered through the streets from ancient history to modern day insights. Her range of knowledge was top-notch and we really felt like we were spending an afternoon with a new friend. Thank you also to Voula for slightly changing the itinerary due to is having already seen some of the planned sights. Her communication both before and after the trip was also fantastic. 100% recommend this tour and Voula!! 🩷🇬🇷

Off the Beaten Track in Athens: Akadimia Tour
Marissa
About local
22 July 2025
A True Local Experience

I had an incredible experience with Ioannis on an off-the-beaten-path tour of Athens. From the very beginning, he really listened to what I was interested in and tailored the tour to match. He took us through local neighborhoods that combined street art, culture, and history in such a thoughtful way. One of the highlights was when he showed us some hard-to-find ancient frescoes tucked away in an area I would have walked right past if I were on my own. Ioannis was kind, funny, and deeply knowledgeable. His English was perfect, and he made the whole experience feel relaxed and engaging. He even gave us great recommendations for places to eat after the tour, which turned out to be just as spot-on as everything else he shared. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with him and will absolutely book another tour the next time I’m in Athens. I can’t recommend him highly enough.

Off the Beaten Track in Athens: Akadimia Tour
Maria
About local
22 July 2025
An amazing experience!

We truly can't begin to fully express how wonderful Voula was on our food tour! From the minute we met her, she made us feel like family. Not only is she extremely knowledgeable about Greek foods, she also shared with us historical and cultural information. She paced the tour perfectly, and we were able to try so many delicious foods. My elderly mother was supposed to be on the tour (which Voula welcomed and helped us plan for!), but at the last minute, was unable to make it. Voula sent us back to our place with food she could try. The tour was worth every penny, thanks to Voula!

The 10 Tastings of Athens

Best things to do in Greece

  • Insular Beauty In The Heart Of Athens

    A time-capsuled gem lies in the shadow of Acropolis. Anafiotika is a scenic neighborhood which climbs up the Rock of Acropolis. It came to life after some construction workers from the island of Anafi built their houses there. This is why this area resembles a Greek island. The current residents keep the buildings as they used to be in an attempt to preserve an atmosphere from a past era. Anafiotika could be labeled as the most surprising area in Athens. It is not every day that you see an island background in the center of a capital. Anafiotika is worth your visit!

  • The Athletic Point Of View

    Kallimarmaro, also known as the Panathenaic Stadium, is a sports stadium with rich history. During the ancient times, it hosted the Panathenaic Games to honor the Goddess Athena. Visiting the stadium will give you the chance to see how sports games were held in the past. Due to excavations several findings of great historic importance are displayed in the site. Some of them include a marble sarcophagus , the sarcophagus of Atticus Herod, a cemetery and a hidden entrance to the stadium. A visit to the Kallimarmaro Stadium is one of the most interesting things to do in Athens.

  • Rafting in Voidomatis River (Epirus)

    A rafting route in the crystal waters of Voidomatis river, found in the heart of the National Forest of Vikos, is an experience you shall never forget. Voidomatis river is an ideal rafting option, even for beginners. The natural scenery combines deep vegetation and turquoise waters. The bold ones can even attempt to swim in the cold river waters. The route lasts about one and a half hour and takes you through lush landscapes, where rare birds, wild horses and several fish breeds live harmonically. The final stage of your adventure a staggering artificial waterfall. Voidomatis River is recommended for rafting excursions from October to late May, when the river is high in water.

  • The Cycladic Museum And Culture

    If you feel like broadening your cultural horizons, a visit to the Cycladic Museum is one of the most stimulating things to do in Athens. This complexion of islands in the center of the Aegean Sea is the birth place of a great culture, the Cycladic culture. This museum is dedicated to the Cycladic culture and its accomplishments. Unique handmade art pieces, everyday pottery and weapon tools are just some of the many displays of this museum. These rare items indicate how life used to be at 3.000 BC.

  • Hiking At Samaria (Crete)

    This guided walk at Samaria, approximately of 16 Kms, introduces you to a place of unique natural beauty. The city of Chania is the starting point where you get the bus and start your adventure in a background full of cliffs and steep slopes. With the help of a guide you get to explore the mountainous landscape. You can even enjoy a swim in the nearby sea. The hike is complete when a local boat sails you to the port.

  • Full Day Cruise to Hydra, Poros, Egina from Athens

    If you love the sea, there is one alternative thing to do in Athens, sail on a daily cruise. On this daily island cruise you will get to wowed by three scenic Greek islands near Athens. Enjoy a stroll at each of the islands to sink in all the insular beauty, visit any sights and shop memorabilia of this short excursion. Some of the most influential sightseeing is located in Hydra. Nevertheless, the Temple of Aphaia on Egina island will take you by storm. The cruise would not be complete without a meal on board rich in Greek delicacies.

  • A Walk Up The Philopappou Hill

    This city's destination is one you should not miss out on. It is situated right across Acropolis and, thus, it provides with fertile soil for artistic photography material. Let us not forget, though, that the view from up there is not the only element that visitors can enjoy. On the highest point of Philopappos Hill you can locate a monument. This monument is part of the Mausoleum in which Philopappos was buried. The sculpture of the monument is one to draw attention!

  • Acropolis Through The Eyes Of An Artist

    One of the most alternative things to do in Athens is to experience the city's most important attraction, Acropolis, through the eyes of an artist. You can schedule a painting session with an local artist/host who can both introduce you into the world of painting but he will also provide you with a rare view of Acropolis. This outdoor painting experience merges with the sightseeing opportunity and equals authenticity and excitement.

  • Mountain Biking in Meteora (Kalampaka)

    There is not a more unique way to enjoy the view from Meteora than with your bike. Your journey begins at the nearby town of Kalampaka. It will not take long until you realize that Meteora is all about a charming landscape of forests and cliffs. No matter if this is your first time riding a mountain bike or you are a skilled biker. Meteora's trails are bound to leave you with lifelong memories of its corners. The level of the trail's difficulty is totally up to you and your endurance and, thus each one can find the one to fit like a glove.

  • Embark On A Sightseeing Adventure

    One of Athens' most significant reminders of the past is the Theater of Dionysus. It used to be the meeting point of the city's intellectuals thousands of years ago. This theater held numerous celebrations in honor of the god Dionysus, god of wine. These celebrations included the performance of many outstanding theater plays.
    A visit to the Theater of Dionysus is one of the most significant things to do in Athens. Such visit is highly recommended during spring or summer since this monument is open-air. With the sun and the nice weather by your side, you can enjoy the theater's majestic structure and picture images and stories that occurred thousands of years ago.

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