Athens Metro Guide: Lines, Tickets & Tips (2026)
The Athens metro is one of the best ways to get around the city — clean, efficient, air-conditioned, and with stations that double as archaeological museums. Here’s everything you need to know about using the Athens metro.
Athens Metro Overview # The Athens metro has 3 lines covering most tourist areas:
Line Color Route Useful For Line 1 Green Piraeus ↔ Kifisia Piraeus port, Thissio, Monastiraki Line 2 Red Anthoupoli ↔ Elliniko Acropolis, Syntagma, Omonia Line 3 Blue Airport ↔ Aghia Marina Airport, Syntagma, Monastiraki Key interchange stations: