Athens Bike Tour
The best outdoor activity in Athens
Athens Bike Tour
See more of Athens in less time – the fun and easy way!
Hop on a city bike and explore Athens in a fun and relaxing way. Our Athens Bike Tour is a leisure ride through the historic center, designed for all levels of riders. The route is safe, mostly flat, and takes you along quiet streets and hidden paths that reveal the city’s true character.
Along the way, your local tour leader will share stories that connect Athens’ past with its vibrant present, while giving you plenty of time to stop, take photos, and soak in the atmosphere. From iconic landmarks to tucked-away neighborhoods, you’ll experience a side of the city that most visitors miss.
This Athens Bike Tour gives you the chance to enjoy the historical center at a slower pace, with fresh air, fun company, and moments you’ll truly cherish.
What's Included
Top quality bikes + Helmet
Athens city suggestions' list
Audio guide app
English speaking tour leader
Not Included
Everything not mentioned above
ABOUT THE TOUR
PRICE
35 € / person
START / FINISH LOCATION
Athanasiou Diakou 16 str., 11742 Athens, 60m from the metro station “Acropolis”
START TIME
10:00 - 13:30 -17:00
DURATION
about 2.5 hours
DISTANCE
about 9 km
LANGUAGE
English
TEAM SIZE
1 to 12 persons
What to Expect
Our Athens Bike Tour starts with a short introduction of the tour’s schedule at the biggest pedestrian street of Athens, located very close to the Acropolis.
Equipped with a comfortable bike for a relaxed and enjoyable tour, we will begin the exploration of the city, passing by the new Acropolis Museum.
We will make a short stop at the National Observatory, where we will be able to marvel at the most impressive panoramic view of Athens from the top of the hill.
Our thrilling Athens bike tour will also take you to Thission neighbourhood, the hippest and buzziest area in the city with lots of cafés and restaurants.
The tour will continue passed the Ancient Greek cemetery of Kerameikos, Thission neighbourhood, the Ancient Greek Agora and the Roman Agora.
In the middle of this unique sightseeing experience, we will make a stop by Athens’ Orthodox Cathedral for a short break before continuing our journey.
Our Athens Bike tour continues towards the Presidential Mansion in order to check out the ceremonial military unit of the Presidential Guards, an experience listed in the best things to do while in Athens.
During our Athens bike tour, we will also have the chance to cycle by many other important monuments of the city such as the Ancient Greek cemetery of Kerameikos, the Ancient Greek Agora and the Roman Agora.
We will also pass by the scenic neighbourhood of Plaka and the local market for souvenirs and small gifts.
The exciting Athens bike tour continues with a short stop to the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games took place, and to Zappeion Hall, a magnificent Neoclassical building.
Our memorable bike tour of Athens experience will end in front of the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch, which is one of the best photo shooting spots in Athens.
After completing the Athens Bike Tour, you will have gained a perfect local insight into the city and be equipped with tips and information about the best things to see and do in Athens, helping you continue your memorable journey through the city and beyond!
HIGHLIGHTS
Acropolis Museum
Acropolis panoramic view
National Observatory
Ancient Greek Cemetery of Kerameikos
Thission
Temple of Hephaestus
Ancient Greek Agora, Roman Agora
Athens City Cathedral, Plaka neighborhood
Presidential Mansion
Panathenaic Stadium
Zappeion Exhibition Hall
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Hadrian’s Arch
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IMPORTANT INFO
Our tours will operate under all weather conditions, rain or shine
Please arrive at the starting point 15 minutes early. The bike tour begins promptly at the scheduled time and late arrivals cannot be accommodated
Please note that there are no restroom facilities at our meeting point
This tour is suitable for all fitness levels, as long as you can ride a bike. Not recommended for those with heart conditions or other serious medical issues
Participants must be over 12 years old
This tour does not include entry to archaeological sites. The focus is on exploring the city’s layout, enjoying the ride, and capturing great photos and it does not include an in-depth historical commentary
This tour is limited to a maximum of 12 participants
The tour leader may modify the itinerary due to unforeseen circumstances or traffic regulations on the day of the tour
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