Athens coastal bike tour
Why you’ll love this…
- A fun and safe way to discover Athens
- Escape the bustle of the city center for the fresh breeze of the waterfront
- Explore an unseen urban and local side of the city
- Enjoy swimming in the sea at one of Athens’ nice beaches
What to expect
This ‘Athens Coastal bike tour’ is the perfect half-day activity in the Athens Riviera! The city has the privilege of being next to a unique seaside resort with crystal clear blue water beaches, luxurious marinas, yacht clubs and numerous Athens beach bars and clubs. Explore an unseen urban and local side of the city. Get some exercise and enjoy the sun during this bike tour, while cycling through picturesque neighborhoods on this beyond the city center of Athens outdoor activity. In the summertime and/or when weather permits, don’t forget to bring your swimsuit with you, as you can enjoy swimming in the sea at one of Athens’ nice beaches!
Itinerary:
- Acropolis Museum
- Acropolis hill
- Ancient Greek Cemetery (Kerameikos)
- Petralona neighborhood
- Kallithea neighborhood
- Moschato neighborhood
- Greek National Opera House
- New National Library
- SNF Cultural Center
- Taekwondo Olympic Stadium
- Naval Museum
- Plaka
- Roman Agora
- Ancient Greek Agora
- Flisvos Marina
- Alimos Marina
- Kalamaki Beach
Important to know
- Duration: about 4.5 hours
- Distance: about 28 km
- Languages: English
- Team size per tour leader: 1 to 12 persons
- Children under 12 years of age are not allowed to participate in the tour
- Depending on specific local conditions, reasonable changes in the itinerary may be made, where deemed necessary
- Please note that you need to be at the starting point 15 minutes in advance
- There could be participants with electric bikes joining the group
- Bring a bottle of water with you
- There is limited availability of bikes for heights less than 160cm, please let your local tour operator know beforehand if they are needed
- Tours run in all weather conditions, rain or shine
What’s included
Top quality trekking bikes
English speaking tour leader
Helmet
Local pastry tasting
Athens city suggestions' list
VAT & all taxes
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
16, Athanasiou Diakou str., 11742 Athens
Meeting point:
The "Athens by bike" shop is located 60 m away from the metro station "Acropolis". Use the “Athanasiou Diakou str.” exit and continue ahead on Athanasiou Diakou street for 60 m. You will find the shop on your right hand. Please note that you need to add the postal code 11742 if you use Google Maps.
Provider
Athens by bike
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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