Cheap Athens Flights

Olympic Holidays flights to Athens will take you to the capital of Greece renowned around the world for its historical significance with a civilisation dating back over seven thousand years. Today, Athens still maintains its ancient mystic but has also become an important political and economic centre for Europe and the rest of the world.

Flights to Athens arrive in under 4 hours and you'll be just 17 miles from the city centre. The infrastructure saw significant improvement in preparation for the 2004 Olympics, so once upon arrival at Athens International Airport you have a choice of transportation to the city. Train or taxi are the most convenient forms of transport, buses are a significantly cheaper alternative giving you the opportunity to see more of the surrounding areas.

Athens Flights for History and Culture

Millions of visitors flock to the city to explore the fascinating history encapsulated by the intriguing sights, only in Athens would you see Greco-Roman architecture sitting harmoniously alongside Neo-classical modern styled buildings. The city has endured attacks from the Persians, Romans, Germans and many more in its long existence but it was the unlikely foe of pollution that almost decimated the city's building and statues in the 1970's. Since then, the authorities have revamped the cities energy policy to preserve its treasures so they are able to withstand another millennium.

Athens is filled with magnificent remains providing a wonderful gateway into the ancient Greek empire, so if you have an appetite for history or archaeology than Athens will not disappoint. Our flights to Athens are a perfect way to explore sights such as the Acropolis and Agora. If you enjoy sauntering around museums then you'll be spoilt for choice with museums such as the New Acropolis Museum, Byzantine Museum and the National Archaeological Museum.

Athens Flights for All Tastes and Interests

Athens is a city for all, if you enjoy activity holidays you can participate in a variety hikes in the mountains and forested hills that are home to a variety of wildlife including the endangered brown bear, wild cats and deer. Greece is known for its markets and Athens is home to some of the largest and most impressive markets in the country. If you enjoy shopping and seeking out bargains than pay a visit to the city's market which feature a treasure trove of items such as leather goods, rugs, clothing and jewellery.

The nightlife in Athens is considered to rival that of New York, London and Paris. This entertaining city is home to a variety of excellent tavernas, restaurants, bars and clubs. Bars are typically open to the early hours (4am) and if you have the energy you can dance until 6am in one the many nightclubs. The evening entertainment can be found mainly in the Syntagma, Thissio, Psirri, Gazi and Kolonaki areas of central Athens, as well as in the suburbs, such as Kifissia, Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Voula and Varkiza.

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Athens Holidays and Athens City Breaks

As well as flights to Athens we offer a wide range of holidays or short breaks in Athens so look no further than Olympic Holidays for all your travel requirements.