Is Athens crowded in January?

Crowds and Costs The wonderful part about visiting Athens in January is that it's extremely cheap compared to other times of the year—and much less crowded. Flights into the city are much more affordable than, say, mid-July, and many of the hotels run special off-season rates.



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Peak season is summer, when Athens is packed with tourists, and hotel prices can be high. July and August are the hottest. The best time to visit is late spring (May) and fall (Sept–Oct).

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Athens sees the most number of tourists during the summer months of July and August which is the peak season here but one can head here all year round. The advantage of visiting during the winter is a lesser number of tourists and no queues at the archaeological sites and museums.

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Having said that, here are a few suggestions for your winter in Athens packing list:
  • Warm clothes (Jackets, gloves, scarves, winter hats, etc)
  • A raincoat for the rainy days.
  • Comfortable footwear for getting around and sightseeing.
  • Extra pairs of socks. ...
  • Sunglasses and sunscreen. ...
  • Mosquito repellent.


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In order to avoid the heat and crowds, I suggest visiting in the spring (April to June) or fall (September and October). I think April and September are the two best months — the weather is fantastic, but you get a better travel experience away from the cruise-ship crowds of July and August.

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The long history and rich culture of Athens have made this city an interesting destination in Greece, particularly for its fine archaeological sites. In brief, it is recommended to stay at least 3 full days in order to visit the most impressive and significant sights, taste the traditional cuisine and shop leisurely.

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Athens is one of the most vibrant capitals in Europe and is worth spending at least three days visiting this unique city. Athens is ancient and ultra-modern at the same time, packed with historical sites, world-class museums, good nightlife, great street food and street art, and a second-to-none urban lifestyle.

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Great prices: Since January in Greece is a low season, you can get some really good discounts on travel and accommodation. Airfares and hotel tariffs are at their lowest during this time. Fewer tourists: Greece is a summer getaway, not many people visit the country during winter.

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Crete. Greece's largest and most southerly island, Crete has mild and sunny weather throughout winter; in fact, it has some of the warmest winter weather in Europe with average highs generally around 15-16°C and average lows around 9-11°C.

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While elsewhere in Europe, winter swimming means wetsuits or plunging into frozen lakes for just a few seconds at a time, the climate in Athens means temperatures permit (relatively) pleasurable swimming all year round.

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Winters are mild, generally. But very cold days, with snow, can happen. You should wear warm clothes. Gloves are not necessary (except if you are going to the mountains to ski…).

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If you have less than 24 hours here, the Acropolis should be your priority. But you can easily spend up to five days getting to know the city, with options for day trips including important sites like Delphi and the nearby wine region in Attica.

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If you enjoy exploring cities, and if you're interested in historical sites, I think you will love Athens, and a full week is a good length of time to get into it properly.

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Winter (November - March) is the low season of sunny Greece. While the big islands like Crete, Rhodes and Corfu entertain visitors all year round, the smaller islands wind down for winter. This would be a wonderful time to visit Greece for a laid-back holiday if you don't mind the cold.

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The distance between Athens and Santorini is 235km (145 miles). Travel time by ferry: from 5 to 9 hours. Travel time by plane: 50 minutes. Santorini has a small airport that only services a few airlines, so most visitors to the island stop in Athens before continuing to Santorini by plane or ferry.

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The cheapest months to book a flight to Greece: September and October, followed by November. Booking a flight in September can see as much as 13% savings compared to the average yearly flight price. The most expensive months to book a flight to Greece: May and June.

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January is by far the coldest month of the year in Athens with daytime temperatures around 55°F (13°C) (sometimes climbing to 60 to 62°F (17°C)) and nighttime lows dropping to about 45°F (7°C).

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Athens has been ranked the cheapest location for a city break on the continent, ahead of traditional budget-friendly eastern European destinations. Analysis of a dozen typical tourist costs for UK visitors in 20 popular cities by Post Office Travel Money found prices in the Greek capital have fallen by 15% since 2021.

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