columns at the Delphi archaeological site

Visit Delphi: the site and its museum

If you’re in Athens, a visit to Delphi is a must. It’s one of those easy and [...]
mont Olympe

Mount Olympus: hiking and discoveries

Greece is renowned for its rich history, magnificent beaches and picturesque islands. But did you [...]
Osios Loukas and Delphi, one day tour

Osios Loukas and Delphi: 2-stop tour

If you’re planning to travel to Delphi by rental car, then Osios (Hosios) Loukas is a must [...]
trips around Athens

10 day trips from Athens

If you have some time during your stay in Greece, we strongly recommend you to take advantage of it [...]
The most beautiful sites around Athens - archeological sites athens - ancient sites athens - excursion athens

The most beautiful archaeological sites around Athens

During your stay in Athens, you have already seen the Acropolis and Athens’ main [...]
Nafplio, view on the sea

Nafplio: ideal destination for a weekend

Fancy a getaway not too far from Athens and authentically Greek? I highly recommend visiting [...]

The theater of Epidaurus and the sanctuary of Asclepios

The site is of course famous for the Epidaurus theater, one of the best preserved in Greece. In [...]
Sounion at sunset

How to get to Cape Sounion from Athens?

Cape Sounion is a magical place! It’s only 65 kilometers from Athens, so you can easily make [...]
Visiting Cape Sounion: practical information - sounion athenes - how to get to sounion, sounion timetable

Cape Sounion: tips and information

Cape Sounion is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful sites around Athens. This majestic site [...]
Visit the archaeological site of Eleusis Elefsina

The mysteries of the archaeological site of Eleusis (Elefsina)

Located some 20 km west of Athens, the archaeological site of Elefsina (Eleusis in Greek) was an [...]
Ancient Theatre of Thorikos - Archaeological Site of Thorikos

Visit to the archaeological site of Thorikos and the surrounding area

The archaeological site of Thorikos (Greek: Θορικό) lies on the seafront in southeastern [...]
visit the corinth canal with a cruise, in Greece

The Corinth Canal by boat, a cruise like no other

The Corinth Canal is a must-see in Greece! Just 1 hour’s drive from Athens and on the way to [...]

Vivre Athènes gives you ideas for excursions, strolls and walks in Athens of course, but also in the surroundings. Discover our favorites!