Athens with kids: motorized tours, island cruises, beaches, parks and museums children love – a family guide by Yana, a local in Athens.
Is Athens good for families?
Very. The city is compact, the food is kid-friendly, Greeks love children and welcome them warmly in every taverna, and the sea is a short drive from the centre.
Motorized tours – the kids' favourite
Instead of dragging the kids on foot between sights, hop on an Ezraider or Ayo trike and see Athens on wheels: Hadrian's Arch, the Panathenaic Stadium and an Acropolis viewpoint. On the Ezraider, kids from 3 ride along in a child seat.
Island cruise
A full-day cruise to Aegina, Agistri and Moni is something the whole family loves: swimming in turquoise water, lunch on board and meeting the peacocks on Moni.
Beaches and parks
Lake Vouliagmeni with its warm water all year, the Athens Riviera beaches and the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center park with lawns and fountains – perfect for burning off energy.
Museums kids enjoy
The Acropolis Museum impresses children too, with glass floors over ancient excavations. Go early in the morning and take a break at the café with the view.
Family tips
Sightsee in the morning and evening and rest in the summer heat, book an airport transfer with child seats and boosters, and ask Yana to plan around your kids' ages.
Questions & answers
From what age can kids join the Ezraider tour?
Kids from 3 ride along with a child seat, and teens 14–16 can ride solo with a parent's approval.
Are there child seats in transfers?
Yes, child seats and boosters can be requested in advance.
Is the island cruise suitable for kids?
Yes, the cruise suits all ages.
