Sign up for This is My Athens visitor greeting program!

How

"This is My Athens" works:

Travellers planning a trip to Athens, are encouraged to apply online for a “This is My Athens” personal “showing around town” with an Athens Local.

Step 1

Just fill out the “Meet an Athens Local” registration form at least 72 hours prior to your arrival date.

Step 2

"This is My Athens" team at Athens Tourism and Economic Development Company (ATEDCO) matches you with an Athens Local that best fits the criteria of interests and, based on availability, will schedule a meeting.

Step 3

Visitor is informed (via email) of the details. Including date and time, name and contact information of the Athens Local and meeting point (note: meeting points are one of the Athens Tourism and Economic Development Company’s info points or metro stations).

This is My Athens Policies & Procedures

  • Your application must be submitted at least 72 hours prior to date of arrival
  • Contact information for place of residence at home and while in Athens is required
  • The walk around Athens with an Athens Local lasts two (2) hours and may continue if both parties agree
  • The Athens Local may bring along another local, friend and/or relative along, unless specified otherwise by the visitor in the application form
  • The Athens Local may meet with one (1) and up to 6 individuals (max) at a time
  • Each person is responsible for his or her own expenses (ex. food, drink, transportation, entrance fees, etc.)
  • “This is My Athens” is a free program and has a no tipping policy
  • The Athens Local has the right to end the visit prematurely if the visitor does not show or does not adhere to customary good conduct
Meet an Athens Local

*If you have additional questions regarding the “This is My Athens” program, please send us an email.