Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Greece

We've collected top 10 mentioned free attractions in Greece from other articles such as orangesmile.com, Greece 10 days itinerary, New York Times' 36 hours column.

Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Greece

Ancient Agora of Athens
Ancient Agora of Athens
4.7 (20807 ratings)4.5 (3813 ratings)
Famous landmark featuring the ruins of an ancient Greek gathering place & a museum with artifacts.
Adrianou 24, Athina 105 55, Greece
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksAncient RuinsHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Acropolis of Athens
Acropolis of Athens
4.8 (80430 ratings)
Ruins of iconic 5th-century B.C. temple complex on Athens' rocky hilltop undergoing restoration.
Athina 105 58, Greece
Historical landmark
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Temple of Olympian Zeus
4.6 (17743 ratings)4 (3924 ratings)
Vast temple begun in 6th century B.C. on the site of an ancient outdoor sanctuary dedicated to Zeus.
Athina 105 57, Greece
Historical placeSights & LandmarksAncient RuinsMonuments & Statues
Parthenon
Parthenon
4.8 (47250 ratings)4.5 (14658 ratings)
Restored, landmark temple ruins on archaeological site with iconic Doric columns built from 447 BC.
Athina 105 58, Greece
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksHistorical placeLandmarkAncient RuinsArchitectural BuildingsHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mount Lycabettus
Mount Lycabettus
4.7 (1740 ratings)4.5 (5397 ratings)
This prominent limestone peak features a cable car, open-air concert venue & panoramic views.
Athens 114 71, Greece
Mountain peakSights & LandmarksLookouts
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
25 Best Things to Do in Athens (Greece
"Unlike Athens’ most famous summit, Mount Lycabettus is free to climb on foot, but you can also take a funicular to the summit. Northeast of the city centre, this cretaceous limestone peak rises to 300 metres and its lower slopes are decked in pine trees, which become sparser as you approach the rocky summit. The walk is best saved for winter and not the searing Athens summer, while the funicular runs on the hour and half-hour."
Mentioned by 10Best
Discover Free Attractions, Interesting Sights in Athens without Spending Money
"The view from Lycabettus, or Lykavittos, hill is spectacular, reaching down to the sea and the closest islands. The tiny 19th century church of Saint George, perched on the summit of Lycabettus, the highest point in Athens, is a favorite for romantic weddings. You can reach Lycabettus walking up the steep steps, or take the funicular railway from Aristippou street."
Hadrian's Arch
Hadrian's Arch
4.5 (5624 ratings)4 (794 ratings)
This arch-shaped marble gateway with Corinthian columns is named for an ancient Roman emperor.
Leoforos Vasilisis Amalias 50, Athina 105 58, Greece
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksMonuments & Statues
Church of Virgin Mary Gorgoepekoos and Saint Eleutherius (12th c.)
Church of Virgin Mary Gorgoepekoos and Saint Eleutherius (12th c.)
4.7 (548 ratings)4 (174 ratings)
Historic Byzantine-era church with stone carvings on the exterior walls & a snug interior.
Plateía Mitropóleos 8, Athina 105 56, Greece
Greek Orthodox churchSights & LandmarksChurchHistorical landmarkSacred & Religious Sites
Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos
Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos
4.3 (572 ratings)4 (596 ratings)
Cemetery containing ancient graves, ruins & an intimate museum with archaeological relics.
Ermou, Athina 105 53, Greece
Archaeological museumSights & LandmarksArchaeological siteHistorical placeAncient RuinsCemeteries
Mentioned by athensguide.com
Athens Museums and Galleries
"The ancient cemetery of Athens at the bottom of Ermou past the Monastiraki flea market has a nice little museum. The site itself though off the beaten path is one of my favorites and is one of the best organized and most beautiful archaeological sites in Athens. Lots of pottery and tombstones."
Theatre of Dionysus
Theatre of Dionysus
4.7 (3655 ratings)4.5 (986 ratings)
Huge, tiered performance space seating around 15,000 people, dating from the 6th century B.C.
Mitseon 25, Athina 117 42, Greece
Historical placeSights & LandmarksAttractionAncient Ruins
Temple of Athena Nike
Temple of Athena Nike
4.7 (446 ratings)4.5 (1131 ratings)
Ancient Ionic temple depicting goddess Athena with 4 monolithic columns & decorated marble slabs.
Acropolis, Dionysiou Areopagitou, Athina 105 58, Greece
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksShrineAncient RuinsMonuments & Statues

Historic Sites in Greece

Hadrian's Library
Hadrian's Library
4.4 (4383 ratings)3.5 (399 ratings)
Roman ruins of a library & cultural complex constructed in 132 CE by the emperor Hadrian.
Κ, Areos 3, Athina 105 55, Greece
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Greece 4 days itinerary
New! ATHENS TRAVEL GUIDE: Itinerary, Budget, Things to Do
"It’s pedestrian-friendly, and most of the city’s top historic spots like the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum, Hadrian’s Library, and the Ancient Agora (including the Temple of Hephaestus) are just around the corner. Lots of souvenir shops, cafes and restaurants, too."
Mentioned by Athens 3 days itinerary
A 3-day itinerary to explore Ancient Athens
"They are the Roman Agora, Hadrian’s Library and the Ancient Agora. Each of these sites have basic information displayed but you might consider hiring a local tour guide to show you around if you would like some detailed information about them."
Anafiotika
Anafiotika
4.5 (1086 ratings)
Anafiotika is a scenic tiny neighborhood of Athens, part of the old historical neighborhood called Plaka. It lies in northerneast side of the Acropolis hill.
Athens, Greece
Historic SitesNeighborhoods
Museum of the City of Athens – Vouros-Eutaxias Foundation
Museum of the City of Athens – Vouros-Eutaxias Foundation
4.4 (276 ratings)3.5 (70 ratings)
Art, antiquities & recreated 19th-century rooms in neoclassical mansions with interactive exhibits.
Parnassou 2, Athina 105 61, Greece
MuseumHistoric SitesHistory Museums

Cheap Places to Eat in Greece

Food Str
Food Str
4.6 (1006 ratings)
Kalamiotou 14, Athina 105 60, Greece
Fast food restaurantFood court
Mentioned by Why Athens
Athens Street Food - Find all the must try dishes
"Food Street’s burgers are well known especially for the after dark crowd. Photograph: Why Athens | Athens Street Food. Open from 12 noon until 4am and set among the popular bar strip near Kolokotroni Street, Food Str offers everything you’d expect from a street vendor; burgers, hot dogs but with a tasty and healthy twist."
Jing
Jing
3.8 (434 ratings)
Nikis 13, Athina 105 57, Greece
Chinese restaurant
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best Chinese Restaurants in Athens
"If you love Asian flavors, then Jing should be your go-to place—especially if you want to discover the fascinating cuisine of Sichuan, a province in Southern China whose cuisine is known for its spiciness and pungent flavors. The menu includes a variety of recipes, including typical sweet and sour dishes, noodles, dumplings and hot soups. Recently renovated, the restaurant is bright with a relaxed vibe and conveniently located near Syntagma Square."
East Pearl Chinese restaurant
East Pearl Chinese restaurant
4.4 (789 ratings)
Apollonos 2, Athina 105 57, Greece
Chinese restaurant
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best Chinese Restaurants in Athens
"Located between Syntagma Square and Plaka, East Pearl is a favorite among locals and visitors. This small Chinese restaurant boasts a menu with tasty dishes at affordable prices, friendly staff, and great service. From wontons, spring rolls, hot and sour soups and other meals, you are sure to find something to tempt your taste buds."
Mentioned by This is Athens
Eastern Promises: Asian Food in Athens
"They say you can tell if a Chinese restaurant in Athens is good by the ratio of locals to Chinese occupying the tables. At East Pearl, non-Asians are a minority. This authentic Chinese eatery lies just off Syntagma Square, in the maze of blocks that have been taken over by ethnic food joints."

Best Dessert in Greece

Bufala Gelato (Μοναστηράκι)
Bufala Gelato (Μοναστηράκι)
4.7 (30 ratings)
Mitropoleos 80, Athina 105 55, Greece
Ice cream shopCafeSweets and dessert buffet
Mentioned by Truevoyagers
Top 10 Ice Cream Places in Athens
"Nobody can resist to a freshly-baked waffle with two scoops of fresh gelato!. This popular and trendy spot is always buzzing with people in the evening. They serve delicious gelato with rich flavors that you can put in cone, cup or waffle."
Crepe Diem
Crepe Diem
4.4 (353 ratings)
Sokratous 6, Chalandri 152 32, Greece
Fast food restaurantCafeDeliDessert restaurantTakeout RestaurantSandwich shop
Mentioned by LiFO.gr
8 μέρη στην Αθήνα που ξέρουν από καλό παγωτό | LiFO
"Όσο μακριά κι αν φτάσει η γαστρονομική σου αναζήτηση, όσο κι αν αυξηθούν οι απαιτήσεις του ουρανίσκου σου, ορισμένες γεύσεις της παιδικής σου ηλικίας πάντα θα σε ενθουσιάζουν όπως όταν ήσουν πιτσιρίκι και μετρούσες τα παγωτά του καλοκαιριού. Το παγωτό μηχανής είναι μία από εκείνες τις γευστικές αναμνήσεις που θέλεις να ζεις ξανά και ξανά, ειδικά όταν σου προσφέρεται φρέσκο στους πιο λαχταριστούς συνδυασμούς που μπορείς να σκεφτείς. Στο Crépe Diem, δίπλα στις ξεχωριστές κρέπες, αλμυρές και γλυκές, θα βρεις θεϊκό παγωτό μηχανής στις κλασικές γεύσεις βανίλια, σοκολάτα, φράουλα και μπανάνα, αλλά και σε συνδυασμούς που θα σε εκπλήξουν ευχάριστα."
Little Kook
Little Kook
4.3 (10986 ratings)
Popular, fairytale-inspired cafe offering sweet & savory crêpes & other treats amid whimsical decor.
Karaiskaki 17, Athina 105 54, Greece
PatisserieChocolate shopCoffee shopDessert shopTea house

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