Tip of the day – Easter in Athens: How to survive during orthodox Easter in Greece

• April 10, 2023

Greeks celebrate the orthodox Easter which this year is on April 12th, 2026. The Municipality of Athens, as  usual, has several events  and activities mainly for children, as  well some concerts influenced by the mood of these days,  that you can join to be part in one of the biggest religious celebrations for Greece.

Shopping during  Easter period in Athens

In Athens, the festive opening hours due to Easter starts from Thursday 2 April:

Thursday 02/04/2026: 
Friday 03/04/2026:
Saturday 04/04/2026:
Sunday 05/04/2026: 
Holy Monday 06/04/2026:
Holy Tuesday 07/04/2026: 
Holy Wednesday 08/04/2026:
Holy Thursday 09/04/2026: 
Holy Friday 10/04/2026: 
Holy Saturday 11/04/2026:
Sunday of EASTER 12/04/2026: Closed
Monday after Easter 13/04/2026: Closed

Museum visits during  Easter in Athens

Museums could also change their opening hours during Easter, and probably they have special offers, woorkshops, activities, guided tours etc, so stay tuned here to learn more about it.