Student Trips to Athens

Athens is one of the world’s most historic cities. Once home to the ancient Greeks, it has an abundance of archaeological monuments from the golden age of Athens. 

Why choose Athens as the destination for your student trips?

A student trip to Athens offers an experience rooted in the foundations of Western thought. It seamlessly blends world-changing ancient history, iconic archaeological sites, and vibrant modern life, making it an ideal destination for university visits with a strong focus on culture and ancient and classical history.

The Acropolis: The heart of ancient Athens

Seen from almost everywhere in the city, the incredible ancient structure that is the Acropolis is a masterpiece of classical architecture. This UNESCO World Heritage site is the country’s most famous attraction, offering your students an amazing cultural and historical learning experience.

It’s an iconic landmark that embodies ancient Greek architecture, and its adjacent museum features an entire exhibition of artefacts to showcase the glory of Ancient Athens.

National museums: Uncovering daily life and mythology

A visit to the National Archaeological Museum is a must-see, with its vast array of artefacts and exhibits. Students can gain an extraordinary insight into the Mycenaean world and daily life by studying scenes depicted on ancient Greek vases and exploring objects related to mythology. This collection helps students connect historical theories and literature directly with tangible objects.

Sites beyond the centre: The glory years of Athens

Just a short drive outside of Athens, there’s a host of other sites to inspire your students. The Temple of Poseidon at Sounion and the Ancient Site of Agora & the Temple of Hephaistos are stunning examples from the glory years of Ancient Athens.

The Agora, in particular, was the marketplace and centre of political life, offering context for students studying classics and ancient history.

Whatever your learning objectives during your college or university trip to Athens, the team at StudyLink can help to create your perfect itinerary.

Our Athens Student Tour Highlights

Athens offers a fantastic and inspiring academic trip for students, providing a rich mix of history, culture, and ancient art. Here are some of the key attractions and experiences we recommend for your college or university group:

• The Acropolis & Parthenon: A vital and magnificent monument that defines Ancient Greek architecture and civilisation.
• Acropolis Museum: Explore the thousands of artefacts recovered from the site, displayed in a stunning modern building.
• National Archaeological Museum: Study artefacts like Mycenaean gold and painted vases to understand Greek mythology and daily life.
• Ancient Agora & Temple of Hephaistos: Walk through the heart of ancient Athenian democracy and political life.
• Temple of Poseidon (Sounion): Visit the dramatic coastal ruins of this temple, essential for understanding Greek mythology and seafaring culture.
• Plaka district: Experience the charm of the oldest neighbourhood in Athens, perfect for culture and sampling Greek cuisine.
• Traditional Greek cuisine: Sample authentic dishes like moussaka and gyros, essential for culture and immersion.

Our range of college trips to Athens

Our college and sixth form tours to Athens cover a fantastic range of subjects, making them the perfect accompaniment to any A-Level or Further Education curriculum. Check out our selection of student trips below, or get in touch with our team to discuss a more bespoke offering for your sixth form class.

Our range of university trips to Athens

We’re a one-stop shop for your university group travel package to Athens. 

Whether you’re looking for a travel package or a comprehensive subject-linked itinerary, we’ll work with you to pull together exactly what you need.  

We've created group travel packages to Athens across a broad spectrum of subjects, including: agriculture & horticulture, classics & ancient history, geography, general culture and international tourism management.

Preferential group travel rates for flights to Athens, plus increased flexibility & convenience:

Seats are secured with an initial deposit, the full fare is not required when you book. 

Passenger names don’t need to be confirmed upfront & can be switched at a later date.

For certain periods we also offer guaranteed preferential rates with key airline partners meaning we’ll guarantee the quoted fare and seats until you’re ready to book.

Centrally-located Athens accommodation at preferential group rates

Our room rates are guaranteed, so you can reserve your rooms while confirming your passenger numbers. 

Pre-booked visits & attractions - planned around your own group activities 

Through our partners based in Athens we’ll pre-book tickets at top visits and attractions at preferential group rates, we’ll plan these visits to fit around your own schedule.  Athens trip highlights include the Acropolics, Hadrian's Arch & Temple of Olympian Zeus, Delphi, Hosios Loukas Monastery, Agora & the Temple of Hephaistos, Aegina Island, Kerameikos Cemetery & Museum, Olympia, Mycenae and Epidaurus. 

Services available from StudyLink in Athens:

• Airport transfers

• Pre-booked meals at a range of restaurants 

• Local Guides for key visits & walking tours 

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