Hey Athens

A factual city guide for Athens. Written by humans.

Live in Athens like a local. Find hidden jems, avoid tourist traps, get value for your money, stay away from trouble. Lists for food and drinks, Athens neighborhoods, tips for moving around, art, music events and more. Hey Athens is not your usual city guide.

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Popular Lists

Top 5 Restaurants in Athens

From local taverna to fine dining and great street food, Athens is a true foodie’s paradise! Our list of the best restaurants in Athens proves it.

Top 5 Bars in Athens

Athens bars and clubs have left the nights of debauchery behind, taking a sophisticated shift towards exquisit coctails, craft beers, local natural wines and curated DJ sets. Check out the best bars in Athens for a memorable night out!

top 5 Coffee & breakfast

New-wave coffee shops serving single-origin espressos, handmade pastries and sandwiches with all kinds of bread. We don’t like gentrification, but these coffe shops in Athens worth a visit.

Getting Around

It’s spacious and clean, but it won’t get you everywhere. See ticket info and download the map here.

Taxi Apps in Athens

Uber, Free Now and other taxi apps for safe and fair trips.

walking in athens

Athens city center is walkable, but if you carry a baby trolley or you are less able to walk you will face many obstacles and difficulties.

renting a bike / Scooter in athens

Athens is not bike-friendly, so think twice before you rent a bike.

tram in Athens

It’s slow, but it’s like a tour and will take you to the beach!

Buses in Athens

Buses in Athens are slow, crowded and never on time. Bus lanes are occupied by parked cars, adding extra time to the journey, and while some buses have ramps for those less able to walk, their functionality isn’t always guaranteed.

Tips

Read this if …

you are travelling to Athens with kids

you are visiting Athens and are less able to stand or walk

you plan to visit the Acropolis

you are travelling in Athens in June / July / August

Stay away from trouble

drugs and substances in Athens

areas to avoid in the center of Athens

check your hotel or airbnb location before booking

sex workers

History, Arts & Things To Do In Athens

Museums

You already know about the Acropolis Museum, but there are more worth visiting.

Music Festivals & Gigs

What if your favorite artist performs in Athens while you are there? Check our agenda.

Open air movie theaters

Watch a movie under the Acropolis.

Athens Epidaurus Festival

Theater, music, performances and more in Athens biggest festival that runs all summer in various locations.

Athens Neighborhoods

Plaka / Psyrri / Monastiraki

You

Kypseli

What

Pagrati

Watch

Koukaki

Theater

Kolonaki / Syntagma

Athens

Athens Riviera

Athens has 70 km (43 miles) of coastline, but not all of it is worth visiting. Check the best beaches in Athens and remember to always wear sunscreen.