Athens Attractions: The Top 6 Things to do and Attractions in Athens!

2bearbear at Olympieion Athens Greece

Travelling to Athens and not sure about what are some of the top things to do and attractions in Athens? Fret not! In this post, we’ll have low-down of the Top 6 Things to do and Attractions in Athens!

Athens Attractions #1: Acropolis and the Ancient Ruins of Athens

Known as the “cradle of Western civilisation“, Athens’ top attraction has got to be Acropolis. Set atop a rocky outcrop in the middle of Athens, Acropolis can be seen visibly from many parts of the city. If you’re visiting, don’t forget to get the Athens Combined Tickets (30 euros). With it, you’ll be able to visit these attractions (1 visit per site):

Acropolis and Slopes

Another shot of The Propylaia (Acropolis Athens)
Another shot of The Propylaia (Acropolis Athens) with nobody!

Ancient Agora

Ancient Agora with Temple of Hephaistos in the background
Ancient Agora with Temple of Hephaistos in the background

Hadrian’s Library

Iconic Roman columns of Hadrian's Library Athens
Iconic Roman columns of Hadrian’s Library Athens

Kerameikos (Ancient Cemetery)

Aristotle’s School (Lykeion)

Ancient Ruins of Lyceum in Athens
Ancient Ruins of Lyceum in Athens

Olympeieion (Temple of Olympian Zeus)

2bearbear at Olympieion (Temple of Olympian Zeus) with Acropolis in the background
2bearbear at Olympieion (Temple of Olympian Zeus) with Acropolis in the background

Roman Angora

Entrance of Roman Agora Athens
Entrance of Roman Agora Athens

Athens Attractions #2: Acropolis Museum

Long queues as we exited Acropolis Museum (use our method to avoid the queues!)
Long queues as we exited Acropolis Museum (use our method to avoid the queues!)
2bearbear at excavation site of Acropolis Museum
2bearbear at excavation site of Acropolis Museum
Views of Acropolis from within the Acropolis Museum
Views of Acropolis from within the Acropolis Museum

In 2019, the Acropolis Museum celebrated its 10 years anniversary by opening the excavation site on which it was built on. Upon entering, you’ll notice these transparent floorings that allows visitors to see the ancient ruins beneath the museum. At the 2nd level, you’ll also be able have a close up view of Acropolis. Certainly a very well-designed museum!

Athens Attractions #3: National Gardens Athens

National Garden Athens - Cafe
National Garden Athens – Cafe
Peacock within Zoo of National Gardens Athens
Peacock within Zoo of National Gardens Athens
Ancient Ruins within National Gardens Athens
Ancient Ruins within National Gardens Athens

If you’re looking for a place to just chill and have a picnic, the National Gardens Athens is definitely a great spot to head to. There’s also something for the kids, including a playground and an in-house zoo!

Athens Attractions #4: The Mall Athens

2bearbear at The Mall Athens
2bearbear at The Mall Athens
Watching Toy Story 4 at the Mall Athens
Watching Toy Story 4 at the Mall Athens
Dinner at rooftop food court of the Mall Athena
Dinner at rooftop food court of the Mall Athens

Having “ruins fatigue” after visiting all the ancient ruins of Athens? Or perhaps you just want to head to a shopping mall to do some shopping, catch a movie or have a cuppa? The Mall Athens is our top pick! Here, you’ll be able to shop at many of the familiar European brands (Bershka, Mango, Stradivarius, Massimo Dutti, Pull & Bear), watch the latest movie (in English) and also have a feast at its food court (complete with Skylights).

Athens Attractions #5: Change of Guards at the Hellenic Parliament (Syntagma Square)

Change of Guards Parliament Building Athens
Change of Guards Parliament Building Athens

There’s a “free attraction” that many tourist will see during their travels in Greece. That is, the Change of Guards at the Hellenic Parliament (Syntagma Square). The marching style is indeed unique and is particularly popular at sunsets – although you can literally catch them in action, every hour on the hour. Yes, even at midnight!

Athens Attractions #6: Rooftop Bar Monastiraki

View of Acropolis from MS Roof Garden (Monastiraki Athens Rooftop Bar)
View of Acropolis from MS Roof Garden (Monastiraki Athens Rooftop Bar)
Drinks at MS Roof Garden (Rooftop Bar Monastiraki Athens)
Drinks (Blooming Cocktail) at MS Roof Garden (Rooftop Bar Monastiraki Athens)
View of Acropolis from MS Roof Garden (Monastiraki Athens Rooftop Bar) in the evening
View of Acropolis from MS Roof Garden (Monastiraki Athens Rooftop Bar) in the evening

To take in the night life of Athens, one of the best places to head to would be the roof top bars in the Monastiraki area. Here, you’ll be able have the usual bar grubs and even have fantastic views of Acropolis – even after the sun sets!


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