Athens City and Sea E-bike tour
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 272 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Athens City and Sea E-bike tour worth booking?
Athens City and Sea E-bike tour is a 4.5-hour experience in Athens, Greece, from $52 per person. It scores 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 272 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 86 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (272)
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- From
- $52 per person
Cycle with an electric bike safely on bike lanes and through quiet neighborhoods together with our experienced tour leaders and reach the amazing Athens "Riviera". Admire the breathtaking views of the Saronic gulf, and the Athens beautiful Riviera while cycling along the waterfront and enjoying the sea breeze! In the summertime and/or when weather permits, don’t forget to bring your swimsuit with you, as swimming at one of Athens’ delightful beaches is a must!
What you get
About this experience
Cycle with an electric bike safely on bike lanes and through quiet neighborhoods together with our experienced tour leaders and reach the amazing Athens "Riviera". Admire the breathtaking views of the Saronic gulf, and the Athens beautiful Riviera while cycling along the waterfront and enjoying the sea breeze! In the summertime and/or when weather permits, don’t forget to bring your swimsuit with you, as swimming at one of Athens’ delightful beaches is a must!
What's included
Included
- Traditional pastry tasting
- Top quality Electric Bike + Helmet
- English speaking tour leader
- Athens' Suggestion List
- VAT & all taxes
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food & drinks
What you'll see and do
Plaka
Cycling through the most picturesque neighborhood of Athens Plaka, is a great way to start the tour to the coast.
Pass by without stopping
Roman Agora
We make our first small stop at a beautiful location overlooking to the ruins of the Roman Agora of Athens, seeing monuments like the Tower of the Winds which is considered as the world's first meteorological station, the Gate of Athena Archegetis and the Fetiye Mosque.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Tower of the Winds
Admire the Tower of the Winds, this spectacular octagonal building that was a meteorological station in the roman times.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Fethiye Mosque
While you are admiring the buildings of the Roman Agora you will also notice the impressive Fethiye Mosque surviving from the Ottoman times.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Ancient Agora of Athens
We continue our ride through the ancient path that crosses the Ancient Agora of Athens, the administration and commercial center and the heart of the ancient city of Athens. There you can see among others the Byzantine Church of the Holy Apostles, the Temple of Hephaestus and the Stoa of Attalos.
2 minutes here · Admission not included
Church of the Holy Apostles
As we are riding on an ancient path we see this splendid little Orthodox Church of the Holy Apostles from the Byzantine times.
2 minutes here · Admission not included
Temple of Aries
We also see the very well preserved ancient Temple of Hephaestus.
2 minutes here · Admission not included
Temple of Aries
A 5 minute stop in order to marvel the temple from afar and take pictures
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Open Air Cinema THISION
As soon as you cycle outside the path of the Ancient Agora you have in front of you one of the nicest open air cinemas of Athens, that has been around since 1935, Cine Thision.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
Stoa of Attalos
Check out the Stoa of Attalos in the Ancient Agora that houses the Museum of the Agora.
2 minutes here · Admission not included
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre
After cycling through neighborhoods of Athens on a great bike lane, we reach the spectacular building of Stavros Niarhos Cultural Center designed by the world famous Architect Renzo Piano.
5 minutes here
Keramikos Archaeological Site
We cross the limits of the ancient city, passing the Keramikos Archaeological Site that includes ruins of the potter's quarter of ancient Athens, the ancient Keramikos Cemetery and the ancient walls of the city.
3 minutes here · Admission not included
Floating Naval Museum Battleship G. AVEROF
Admire the impressive Battleship Averof that was used in historical wars like the Balkan Wars, WW1 and even WW2, as well as Olympias a reconstruction of an ancient trireme.
5 minutes here
Enjoy the Athenian beach life in Kalamaki beach! You will have free time to explore, have a refreshing drink or even have a swim!
30 minutes here
National Library of Greece
We get to see the New Library of Athens with its green rooftop, part of the SNFCC.
5 minutes here
Thissio
While cycling back we pass through the beautiful neighborhood of Thissio. We are riding on a beautiful cobbled street and we are getting a taste of the Athenian outdoor lifestyle.
5 minutes here
Acropolis
We make our last stop in front of the west entrance of the Acropolis and we see this breathtaking monument from one more viewpoint.
2 minutes here
Flisvos Marina
Cycle through the beautiful Flisvos Marina where the luxurious speed boats and yachts are docked.
Pass by without stopping
Alimos
We will stop at a nice beach and if weather permits you can enjoy swimming for a while.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Athens
The meeting point is 60m from the "Acropolis" metro station, at Athanasiou Diakou 16 Street & Syggrou Avenue, 11742 Athens.(link). When using Google or Apple Maps, be sure to include the postal code 11742 to locate us correctly. Piraeus port is about 40 minutes by taxi depending on the traffic.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The meeting point is 60m from the "Acropolis" metro station, at Athanasiou Diakou 16 Street & Syggrou Avenue, 11742 Athens.(link). When using Google or Apple Maps, be sure to include the postal code 11742 to locate us correctly. Piraeus port is about 40 minutes by taxi depending on the traffic.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Athens by bike
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our bikes are suitable for riders 147 cm (4.10 ft) and taller. If you're between 147–160 cm, please let us know in advance so we can arrange a smaller bike.
- Our tours will operate under all weather conditions, rain or shine
- Please arrive at the starting point 15 minutes early. The bike tour begins promptly at the scheduled time and late arrivals cannot be accommodated
- Please note that there are no restroom facilities at our meeting point
- This tour is suitable for all fitness levels, as long as you can ride a bike. Not recommended for those with heart conditions or other serious medical issues
- Participants must be over 12 years old
- This tour does not include entry to archaeological sites. The focus is on exploring the city’s layout, enjoying the ride, and capturing great photos and it does not include an in-depth historical commentary
- This tour is limited to a maximum of 12 participants
- The tour leader may modify the itinerary due to unforeseen circumstances or traffic regulations on the day of the tour
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 269 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
269 verified traveler reviews for Athens City and Sea E-bike tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great ride
George was a great guide. He was knowledgeable about the area.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your great review, wish you all th best! George
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic
Angelos was an excellent guide. He has a great sense of humor and is very knowledgeable of the area. In addition, he always made sure we were all together. Highly recommend this tour. It’s a fantastic way to see the city.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your kind words and for joining me, all the best! Aggelos
via Tripadvisor
Great tour, great guide
Fantastic tour with Dimitris. Good bikes and a great route that introduces you to much more of Athens: you cycle through the suburbs and down to the sea as well as the city centre. Lots of stops along the way where Dimitris shared stories, insights, and information in a very engaging way (and in perfect English) Overall you get a better understanding of modern life in Athens as well as some of the historical highlights. Don’t be worried about cycling in Athens: the route is well chosen (lots of cycle paths) and Dimitris was a careful as well as fun guide. Strongly recommend
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your great review!, wish you all the best! Dimitris
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic way to spend a day!
We had the best day today being guided by Stephanie. She has a great personality and has a wealth of knowledge to share. This was the BEST way we could have ended our time in Greece. We leave with fond memories. If you have Stepahnie kn your tour...you're in for a fun time 😉❣️😄
Response from the operator: Thank you ery much for joining me Angela, it was my pleasure! Wish you all the best! Stephanie
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic day in Athens
Fantastic day, Stephanie was our guide, she was knowledgeable, she guided us safely around the city and out to the coast to a fantastic swim and coffee spot. Great value for money
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your kind words, wish all the best! Stephanie
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 95
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Athens by bike, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 92.8 and 2 in the 90+ Club.
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Athens City and Sea E-bike tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Athens.
How much does Athens City and Sea E-bike tour cost?
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Prices start at $52 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Athens usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Athens City and Sea E-bike tour take?
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Plan for about 4.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Athens is not rushed.
Is Athens City and Sea E-bike tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 86 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 272 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Athens, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Athens City and Sea E-bike tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Athens City and Sea E-bike tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Athens City and Sea E-bike tour?
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Around 95 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Athens can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Athens and add a light layer if any part of the 4.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Athens City and Sea E-bike tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Athens within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Athens?
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On Outty we rank every Athens experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Athens Scenic Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis, Athens Small Group E-Bike Tour, Acropolis E-bike Tour With Entrance Tickets. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Athens?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Athens?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Athens City and Sea E-bike tour?
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Included: Traditional pastry tasting; Top quality Electric Bike + Helmet; English speaking tour leader; Athens' Suggestion List; and VAT & all taxes. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; and Food & drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Athens City and Sea E-bike tour?
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The meeting point is 60m from the "Acropolis" metro station, at Athanasiou Diakou 16 Street & Syggrou Avenue, 11742 Athens.(link). When using Google or Apple Maps. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Athens City and Sea E-bike tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Athens City and Sea E-bike tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Athens City and Sea E-bike tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Athens. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Athens City and Sea E-bike tour?
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Across 272 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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