Acrópolis y Partenón
Athens' sacred hill, with the Parthenon as its great symbol. It is best to go early and book tickets in advance.
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Athens: airports, things to do and where to stay
Athens, the capital of Greece, is one of Europe's oldest cities: the Acropolis towers over a centre full of museums, atmospheric neighbourhoods and tavernas.
Athens airports
From the airport to central Athens
Atenas Eleftherios Venizelos airport is about 20 km from central Athens.
Metro (Line 3)
Metro line 3 links the airport with Monastiraki and Syntagma in about 40 min. It is the most convenient way into the centre.
Proastiakos
A suburban train stopping at the airport station, heading towards Athens and, to the west, Kiato. It connects with the metro at some stations.
Express buses X95, X96, X93
Express buses to Syntagma Square (X95), Piraeus port (X96) and the Kifissos bus station (X93). They run daily, with some night services.
Taxi
Official rank outside arrivals, with a flat fare to central Athens. Allow about 40-50 min depending on traffic.
Athens
Things to do in Athens
Plaka
Athens' oldest neighbourhood, at the foot of the Acropolis, with narrow streets, shops and café terraces.
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Templo de Zeus Olímpico
The remains of a vast ancient temple with towering Corinthian columns, a short walk from the Acropolis.
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Estadio Panatenaico
The marble stadium that hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. You can visit it and walk the track.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Athens?
Athens is served by Atenas Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH).
How far is the airport from central Athens?
Atenas Eleftherios Venizelos airport is about 20 km from central Athens.
How do I get from the airport to central Athens?
From Atenas Eleftherios Venizelos airport you can take Metro (Line 3) (metro), Proastiakos (train), Express buses X95, X96, X93 (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Athens?
Highlights of Athens include Acrópolis y Partenón, Plaka, Templo de Zeus Olímpico, and Estadio Panatenaico.