Ancient sites
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Acropolis and the Parthenon | Ancient Athens' citadel with its marble temples on the hill, on the World Heritage list. | €30 with a timed entry, so book ahead |
| The Acropolis Museum | A modern museum of the Acropolis statues, with a glass floor over ancient ruins. | Below the Acropolis |
| The Ancient Agora and the Temple of Hephaestus | Ancient Athens' marketplace, and the best-preserved Greek temple. | On the combined ticket |
| The Temple of Olympian Zeus | Towering columns of ancient Athens' largest temple. | On the combined ticket |
The city
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Plaka | Old lanes below the Acropolis with shops and restaurants. | Central Athens |
| Syntagma Square and the changing of the guard | The guard in traditional uniform changes in front of Parliament every hour. | Syntagma Square |
| Mount Lycabettus | Athens' highest point, reached by funicular, with views of the Acropolis and the sea. | Kolonaki |
The sea
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon | A temple on a cliff above the sea, and the finest sunset near Athens. | About 1.5 hours along the coast |
| The Athens Riviera | Beaches and resorts south of the city. | Glyfada and Vouliagmeni |
Tips before you go
- A €36 combined ticket covers the Acropolis and six other ancient sites.
- Summer is very hot, so visit the Acropolis first thing in the morning.
- You need a Schengen visa; there are direct flights from Riyadh and Jeddah.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Athens?
The Acropolis and the Parthenon, the Acropolis Museum, the Ancient Agora, the Temple of Zeus, Plaka, Lycabettus and Cape Sounion.
How much is the Acropolis?
€30 with a timed entry, or €36 for the combined ticket to seven sites.
Are there direct flights to Athens?
Yes, from Riyadh and Jeddah.
Planning your trip to Greece? Read Travel to Greece from Saudi Arabia.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.