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What is the best way to get there?
Flying:
The city of Athens is serviced by Athens International Airport.
Ferry:
There are three ports in the Athens area; Piraeus, Rafina, and Lavira. As the largest port in Greece, the majority of ferries drop anchor at Piraeus.
Do I need a visa?
If you’re visiting from overseas, see if you need a visa using the following website.
When is the best time to visit?
Athens summers are scorching, with average daily highs around 95 F (35 C) and lows of 76 F (25 C) that can hinder outdoor exploration, so visit from March through May or September through November to experience the milder temperatures — think highs of 76 F (24 C) and lows around 61 F (16 C) and almost-guaranteed sunshine.
During the peak summer months of July and August, lots of local business owners flee to coastal towns, which means that a fraction of local businesses are open.
For more information on Athens’ weather and when to go, check out some tips here.
Bus
Athens has a comprehensive bus system that connects the majority of major landmarks; bus line X80 connects top attractions with the Piraeus Port.
Metro
In order to avoid the city’s infamous traffic, get around Athens using the metro. The system consists of three lines that are interlinked with bus, tram, and suburban rail routes.
Tram
Athens’ tram network connects central Athens with the suburbs of Voula and Faliro, both of which are located on the coast.
Are there local customs I should know?
- We recommend staying at one of the most popular hotels in Athens, which include:
- Some of the most popular restaurants in Athens include:
- Athens is known for some of its popular attractions, which include:
- We recommend checking out these popular tours when looking for something to do in Athens:
- If you're a more budget-conscious traveler, then you may want to consider traveling to Athens between December and February, when hotel prices are generally the lowest. Peak hotel prices generally start between June and August.