How much does a trip to Athens cost
A week in Athens runs roughly $346–$1711 per person, excluding flights.
Accommodation
Hostel / GuesthouseBudget
3-4★ HotelMid
5★ Luxury SuiteComfort
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Tours & Activities
Popular tickets, guided tours, and experiences to book online.
Acropolis & Parthenon Skip-the-Line Ticket
Discover Athens' most iconic landmark with skip-the-line entry to the Acropolis, home of the Parthenon, Erechtheion and Temple of Athena Nike.
Acropolis Museum Admission Ticket
Explore the award-winning modern museum housing original Parthenon sculptures, with stunning views of the Acropolis — best visited after seeing the monuments themselves.
Athens Highlights Guided Walking Tour
A 4-hour guided walking tour through Athens' historic center covering the Ancient Agora, Plaka, Monastiraki and the city's top ancient monuments.
National Archaeological Museum Ticket
Visit Greece's largest museum, home to the Antikythera Mechanism, the Artemision Bronze, Mycenaean gold and masterpieces of ancient Greek art.
Mobile internet (eSIM)
The easiest way to stay online in Athens is an eSIM — activated right on your phone, no local SIM needed.
Prices on the ground
Buy public transit tickets or use contactless cards before boarding in Athens. Use official taxi apps to avoid meter scams and verify flat airport rates. Dine away from main tourist sights for authentic local meals at fair prices.
Total budget range
| Backpacker | Mid-range | Comfort | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food | $140 | $315 | $630 |
| Transit | $28 | $28 | $28 |
| Stay | $175 | $490 | $1050 |
| eSIM | $3 | $3 | $3 |
| Total per person | $346 | $836 | $1711 |
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What’s next
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- Trip budgets for nearby cities
FAQ
- How much money to bring to Athens for a week?
- A week in Athens costs roughly $346–$1711 per person, excluding flights.
- Is food and transit expensive in Athens?
- Food runs $20–$90 a day and city transit about $4. Buy public transit tickets or use contactless cards before boarding in Athens. Use official taxi apps to avoid meter scams and verify flat airport rates. Dine away from main tourist sights for authentic local meals at fair prices.