based on 56 experiences from female travelers
Athena’s was amazing, all the culture and monuments are so beautiful and the landscape too. The city really feels 100% safe and I will be happy to return. The museums also are incredible and the food is delicious!
Posted: April 17, 2025Experienced: April, 2025Safety was moderate, we were in a group, but we came across off-putting people every once in a while and traffic was really chaotic and dangerous sometimes. Food is amazing, would recommend local taverns in central regions. The Acropolis is a must visit, so are the museums and galleries in the whole city. Everything is pretty cheap and the shop owners are always friendly. We stayed in a 4 star hotel in Alimos and it was excellent, very cozy and safe, with a great view of the sea. Transport is tricky in Athens, there's so many means of transport to choose from but so much traffic all the time.
Posted: April 15, 2025Experienced: February, 2025Grace
Italy
I stayed in the Safestay Hostel in Monastiraki and it was quite safe and inexpensive. It was also right by the metro station so it was easy to travel to other parts of the city. There are many people that will try to sell you things in the square but if you ignore them they will leave you alone.
Posted: April 1, 2025It was really safe. I stayed close to Ermou Street. (Athens Commercial) I ate my dinner in Bairaktaris Syntagma Square. I spend: -25€ (per a day) for hotel. -10€ (Acropolis) -6€ (National Archeological Museum) -13€ (Dinner) I didn’t take bus or metro. Just shuttle. So I walked to everywhere.
Posted: February 18, 2025Mathilde
France
I rented a small Airbnb in a busy neighborhood, close enough to the center so that I could do everything on foot (mind you, I like walking a lot). I ate solo at restaurants for every lunch, but always took food home for the dinners, cause it was my first solo trip and it seemed less scary that way :) You must visit the acropole, of course, but I also recommend to take a pottery class! You can find some on Airbnb experiences: it is a great way to meet People and to make your own souvenir!
Posted: February 12, 2025Experienced: August, 2021It was like a typical vacation experience and the Greek architectural style just made it even better. There are lots of cats (like waay more than average) out on the street which was an unusual experience for me. I went to eat at a place called PiriPiri cause their Gyros was just amazing.
Posted: February 1, 2025Experienced: August, 2024It was really safe in Athens. I didnt notice any danger. Acropolis is of course one of the most important thing to see in Athens. We loved it. I am Turkish so the food is very similar and very good as our food. I really liked it. We spent around 150 euro per person. Except accomodation and plane tickets of course.
Posted: January 30, 2025Teodóra
Hungary
I felt safe there, but you need to be careful, lock your car safely. I was with my family. We went to greece with a caravan. So we just slept in the van. Well if you want to park in Athens everywhere you need to pay. And its expensive a little bit. If you go there you need to see the Akropolis. The view is beutiful and the architecture too, you'll see the whole town it's insane. And if you really go there just walk some of the parks it really has a vibe. We were in budget that time so yeah if you with a caravan and you are not want to sleep in the town then you good, it not exactly that much money. Stay safe✌
Posted: January 13, 2025Experienced: December, 2023I felt pretty safe in Athens. The town has a lot to offer. The second hand shops are pricey, but Tattoos are cheap (I recommend Holly Tattoo). When you are from Europa and under 25 you can visit a lot of places for free. I recommend a picnic in the morning on the hill next to the Acropolis.
Posted: January 7, 2025Experienced: November, 2024I felt very safe in Athens, even at night. The food was excellent. O Thanasus was one of my favorite restaurants. Their food was fresh, very good and at a great price. Everything in Athens was very affordable. I stayed in an apartment at Kolokotroni 44. This was walking distance from all the popular sites and the metro.
Posted: November 9, 2024Experienced: March, 2024Based on 54 local experiences
Based on 54 local experiences
Georgia
Generally it's safe - most bars and clubs stay open until morning and in the popular areas it's full of people all day and night. The thing to be cautious about is pickpockets, especially in public transport.
Posted: April 17, 2025Athens can be safe in some areas, but places like Ominia and all around the Omonia are very dangerous. You shouldn't go alone there. Syntagma and some popular areas are very crowded places, so sometimes people can steal stuff from you, so you gotta be careful.
Posted: April 13, 2025Natalia
Hey! My name is Natalie and I’m 23. I grew up& currently live in Athens, Greece. I like to think of myself as a social person and I looove talking for hours. I love swimming, crocheting, hiking and going out for long coffees/beers. Can’t wait to meet new amazing girls from around the globe!
Valerie
Hello to my fellow travel ladies :). I am Valerie, 19, from Germany and I am currently doing my gap year in Athens. I love discovering new cities and looking at its architecture as well as exploring nature and watching warm sunsets turn into crystal clear night skies. And of course also meet new people and learn about their perspectives on this world :). PS: I am also learning Greek at the moment and always thankful for opportunities to try it out in real life. PPS: From time to time I also enjoy to play a party chess.
Anastasia
Athens
3 days
Heyy, I'm Anastasia, I live in Athens and I'd love to travel the world and discover new cultures and experiences 🌻
Irini
Athens
2 days
I m a professional mechanical design engineer, a sister, a friends and a mother to a few plants that somehow survive in my basement studio in Athens. I d love to get to know the world in places and people and also share my recommendations, while hosting or meeting people in the city.
Nerea
Hello girls! My name is Nerea I have 34yo and I work as a pediatric nurse. I’m here because I like to travel and meet new people :)
Lea
Helloo, I am 25 years old, come from Germany and have just completed my Master's degree. I studied ‘Sustainable Mobility and Cycling Planning’ and my work is about making transport in our cities more sustainable - which is a real challenge! I love walking through cities, looking at architecture, reading (especially novels and fantasy) and swimming. I like to cook and bake - sometimes with a glass of wine or gin ;-) I like dancing, especially salsa, and going out for a drink. I am an open person, animal lover and like to meet new people.