Greece
Athens: when to go, how much to budget
A compact archaeological centre, and a starting point for the islands from Piraeus.
- The Acropolis
- The Plaka and Psiri districts
- The Acropolis Museum
Greece
A compact archaeological centre, and a starting point for the islands from Piraeus.
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Athènes est la plus grande ville et la capitale de la Grèce. En 2011, elle compte 664 046 habitants intra-muros sur une superficie de 39 km2. Son aire urbaine, le Grand Athènes, qui comprend notamment le port du Pirée, en compte plus de 4 millions. Berceau de la civilisation occidentale et dotée d'un riche passé, la ville est aujourd'hui le cœur politique, économique et culturel de la République hellénique, dont elle accueille la plupart des institutions, comme le Parlement, la Cour de cassation et le siège du Gouvernement.
Over the last three full years, the mildest months are March, May, October — highs between 18 and 25 °C, and few rainy days.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14 °C | 7 °C | 57 mm | 5 |
| February | 13 °C | 6 °C | 45 mm | 7 |
| March | 18 °C | 9 °C | 44 mm | 7 |
| April | 21 °C | 12 °C | 49 mm | 9 |
| May | 25 °C | 16 °C | 51 mm | 7 |
| June | 32 °C | 22 °C | 25 mm | 4 |
| July | 36 °C | 25 °C |
Museums and public offices often close on these days, and transport is busy.
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The 20 most-read places on Wikipedia over the last sixty days, among those you can visit within a few kilometres of the centre.
Viator selection out of 4,142 activities in this destination. “From” prices per person, as published.
Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour
4.8/5 (6,907 reviews) · 2 h · Free cancellation
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon and Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
4.8/5 (2,696 reviews) · 2 h – 4 h · Free cancellation
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| August | 34 °C | 24 °C | 14 mm | 3 |
| September | 29 °C | 20 °C | 25 mm | 5 |
| October | 24 °C | 16 °C | 15 mm | 3 |
| November | 20 °C | 12 °C | 97 mm | 9 |
| December | 15 °C | 9 °C | 102 mm | 9 |
Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour
4.9/5 (6,826 reviews) · 4 h – 6 h · Free cancellation
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
4.8/5 (3,377 reviews) · 3 h · Free cancellation
Meteora Day Trip with Sunset, Caves, Beachfront Stop & Lunch
4.7/5 (1,705 reviews) · 14 h · Free cancellation
All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included
4.9/5 (6,405 reviews) · 10 h · Free cancellation
Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens
4.7/5 (3,783 reviews) · 5 h – 6 h · Free cancellation
Acropolis monuments & Parthenon Walking Tour with Optional Acropolis Museum
4.9/5 (3,376 reviews) · 4 h · Free cancellation
Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens
5/5 (5,853 reviews) · 3.5 h · Free cancellation
Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis and Parthenon Tickets Included
4.5/5 (253 reviews) · 2 h · Free cancellation
Athens Acropolis and Parthenon Walking Tour
4.6/5 (1,484 reviews) · 2 h · Free cancellation
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