Is there street parking in Athens?

Metered Street Parking Metered parking is monitored and enforced Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Rates are $1.75 per hour, meters are monitored from 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Metered spaces allow a maximum of two hours between 8:00 a.m. – 6:oo p.m. After 6:00 p.m., you may purchase additional time.



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The best way to get around Athens is on foot and by metro; most of the city's major attractions are located within walking distance or a short metro ride of one another. In fact, renting a car is little more than a nuisance, as traffic is heavy and parking is hard to find.

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Like anywhere else in Europe, you can easily park your car free of charge on the outskirts of large cities and in small towns or villages. The closer to the city centre, the more likely it is that you'll need to pay for parking. The parking rules in Athens are slightly different from those used in other Greek cities.

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Metered parking is monitored and enforced Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Rates are $1.75 per hour, meters are monitored from 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Metered spaces allow a maximum of two hours between 8:00 a.m. – 6:oo p.m. After 6:00 p.m., you may purchase additional time.

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Athens is a walkable city and its historic center is easy to navigate, while public transport is affordable.

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The best way to get around Athens is on foot and by metro; most of the city's major attractions are located within walking distance or a short metro ride of one another. In fact, renting a car is little more than a nuisance, as traffic is heavy and parking is hard to find.

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Public Transport
  1. Metro. The fastest means of getting around Athens is the Metro. ...
  2. Suburban Railway. This overground train provides a direct link between Piraeus port and Athens International Airport. ...
  3. Buses & Trolleybuses. The Athens bus and trolleybus network is very extensive. ...
  4. Tram. ...
  5. Tickets for Public Transport.


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Though modern Athens extends from the sea to the mountains, the city's core, where most of the ancient sites cluster around the Acropolis, is compact and very walkable. Visitors without mobility issues on short visits may find they can get around the sights entirely on foot.

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Fortunately, Athens is a manageable destination to visit in one day, with lots of attractions concentrated in a fairly compact area. Its central vibrant neighbourhoods are dotted with ancient ruins, so you can enjoy a cocktail in one of super cool bars one minute and be visiting another awesome ruin the next.

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You can only carry open containers downtown on designated sidewalk areas outside certain bars and restaurants.

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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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The Athens public transport system is affordable, reliable and covers most of the city and suburbs. You can use all means of public transport using the same ticket (a single ticket costs €1.20 and is valid for 90 minutes).

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That said, the Acropolis tops most lists of things to do in Athens for good reason. It's not just a world-renowned monument and eternal symbol of the city, but its most recognisable feature, the Parthenon (dedicated to the goddess Athena), gave the city its name.

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First-timers to Athens should stay in one of the walkable, central neighborhoods with easy access to the Acropolis, Agoras, and museums. Monastiraki, Plaka, Syntagma, Psirri, Makriyanni, and the City Center are just about perfect.

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Acropolis Entrance Fees The admission for the Acropolis is: 20€ for the adults from April 01 to October 31. 10€ for the adults from November 01 to March 31. Free for children up to 18 years old (with valid ID or passport) and students from EU countries (with valid student ID) all year-round.

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Don't think that you need to learn some Greek before you get here. While a “hello” (yia sas) or “thank you” (efharisto) are welcome, most Athenians speak English. We often speak several other languages, too.

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