Greece · Destination guide
Travelling to Athens
Psyrri and Gazi, rooftops facing the Acropolis. Best time: from June to September · hotels from €55/night.
When to go to Athens?
Average temperatures and recorded rainfall, month by month.
| jan | fév | mar | avr | mai | juin | juil | août | sep | oct | nov | déc | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| °C | 10° | 10° | 13° | 16° | 20° | 27° | 30° | 28° | 24° | 20° | 16° | 12° |
| Rain mm | 71 | 49 | 46 | 34 | 32 | 28 | 10 | 11 | 25 | 26 | 80 | 96 |
Shaded columns: the best months — pleasant warmth, outside the rainy season.
Rain: average monthly total over 10 years — above 150 mm, expect the rainy season.
What hotel budget in Athens?
Ranges per night per room, from low to high season — estimates updated on 18/07/2026.
| Tier | From | High season | Typical brands |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | €55/night | €115/night | Ibis · Hotel Plaka · B&B Hotel |
| Comfort | €85/night | €180/night | NH Collection · Athens Marriott · Crowne Plaza |
| Boutique | €140/night | €290/night | AthensWas · Electra Palace · New Hotel |
| Luxury | €320/night | €680/night | Hotel Grande Bretagne · King George · Four Seasons Astir Palace |
The vibe on the ground
Neighbourhoods to aim for: Psyrri, Gazi, Exarcheia.
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