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Car rental in Athens — explore the city with your own car

Car rental in Athens at competitive prices. Economy, SUV and family cars — pickup from Athens airport, city center and Piraeus.

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How car rental in Athens works

Car rental in Athens with no paperwork and no hidden fees. Just you and the road.

1. Choose dates & car

Pick your dates, pickup location and driver age group — and instantly see available categories in real time.

2. Add insurance & extras

Choose the insurance coverage that suits you and add extras like a child seat or an additional driver.

3. Details & payment

Fill in your details and choose how to pay — online or at pickup. Confirmation in minutes.

Our fleet

Our Athens car rental fleet

Every vehicle in our Athens car rental fleet is fully maintained, insured and ready for any road.

Economy Manual

Economy Manual

Fiat Panda or equivelant
5 Manual 2
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City Car Manual

City Car Manual

Peugeot 208
4 Manual 1
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Family Car Manual

Family Car Manual

Peugeot 2008
5 Manual 3
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SUV Manual

SUV Manual

Peugeot 3008
5 Manual 3
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Destinations

Explore central Athens and Attica

With your rental car you are free to explore every corner of the region.

Acropolis of Athens

Acropolis & Parthenon

The symbol of ancient Greece. Acropolis Museum, Plaka and views from Lycabettus Hill — right in the city center.

Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion

Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon

The magical sunset at the Temple of Poseidon. One hour from central Athens — perfect for an afternoon escape.

Vouliagmeni beach, Athens Riviera

Athens Riviera

Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza. Organized beaches and turquoise waters, half an hour from the center.

Guide

Car rental in Athens and Attica

Car rental in Athens is the most comfortable way to explore the city together with Attica. At Olympus Rental we combine clean, newer vehicles, transparent prices with no hidden fees, and delivery wherever suits you — at the airport, at your hotel or in central Athens. Below is everything a visitor needs to know before booking their car in Athens.

Why book your rental car with Olympus Rental

We start with the essentials: every vehicle is serviced, inspected and cleaned before handover and comes with full basic insurance cover. We do not force a mandatory insurance package on you — we show you the available options and you choose the one that suits you. The total cost is visible in full before you confirm, with no fees for a driver seat, a second driver or additional guidance. In central Athens, at the airport and at hotels, delivery and collection are handled by us at no extra cost, and our team is available 24/7 if you need help on the road.

Athens airport (ATH) pick-up and free delivery

Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos sits in Spata, roughly 30 kilometres from the city centre, and is the main arrival point for anyone visiting Greece. Collect your car there once we have arranged it, and send us your flight number so we can have the vehicle ready if your landing is delayed. The rental clock starts the moment you take the keys, so if you land late make sure the return time in your agreement is realistic. Airport pick-up and return to the same point are both free, which saves you a transfer into the city and back again.

Driving in Athens, Cape Sounion and the Riviera

The Acropolis and Plaka are pedestrianised and a genuine challenge behind the wheel, so save them for day one and start early in the morning. From the centre, Attica opens up: the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, the Riviera with Glyfada and Vouliagmeni, the airports at Megara and Spata, and the hill villages of the Peloponnese. Highways and motorways are in good condition, but central Athens traffic can be heavy, especially between 08:00 and 10:00 and again from 16:00 onwards. Leave 30 minutes of slack so you are not caught by parking fines, use the paid lots along the Riviera rather than street parking, and drive slowly through the narrow streets of Plaka.

Vehicles, insurance and deposits: what your rental includes

Every rental includes basic damage cover (CDW) with an excess, as Greek law requires, together with third-party liability insurance. You can add zero-excess cover (SCDW) if you would rather not be liable for damage after an accident, plus glass and tyre protection, which is what usually gets hit first on Attica's roads. A credit or debit card in the main driver's name is required for the security deposit, and it is released once the car is returned. Before you collect the vehicle, photograph every panel, the wheels, the interior, the fuel level and the odometer. You can also add a second driver, a child seat or a GPS to your booking.

Where we deliver and collect

You choose the pick-up and return location based on where you are staying and where your route takes you next.

  • Athens airport (ATH): free pick-up and return, with flight tracking so we know when you land.
  • Central Athens: our office in Ano Patisia, easy to reach by car and a short walk from the metro.
  • Hotels and homes across Attica: meet & greet delivery at the reception or kerbside, at no extra charge.
  • Piraeus, Glyfada and Vouliagmeni: delivery to hotels, apartments and company offices along the Riviera.
  • Chalkida airport: pick-up by appointment for guests heading onwards to Evia.
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Answers to the questions we are asked most often about prices, pick-up locations, driver age requirements and insurance.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Athens?

Prices depend on the vehicle category, the season and the rental duration. Enter your dates in the booking form and see the final price instantly, with no hidden fees.

Do I need a credit card to rent a car?

Yes, a credit or debit card in the driver's name is required for the security deposit. The deposit is fully refunded once the vehicle is returned in good condition.

Can I pick up the car from Athens airport?

Yes, we offer free delivery and pickup at Athens International Airport (ATH) upon arrangement. We also have an office in central Athens and deliver to hotels across Attica.

How old do I have to be to rent a car?

You must be at least 21 years old and have held a driving licence for at least 1 year. For certain SUV models the minimum age is 23.

Is insurance included in the rental?

Yes, all our vehicles include basic insurance (CDW) with an excess. We also offer additional zero-excess coverage (SCDW) and glass & tyre coverage.

When do I have to return the car?

The car must be returned on the date and time agreed in the rental agreement. An extension is always possible as long as the vehicle is not damaged or unroadworthy — contact us before your rental expires and we will arrange it for you.

Can I drive to the islands and the mainland?

With most of our vehicles you may drive to the Attica islands and across mainland Greece. Taking the car out of Greece is not permitted unless we have approved it in writing. Any additional driver must be listed on the agreement, otherwise the insurance does not cover them.

Is there a mileage limit on the rental?

No, there is no mileage limit: take the car and drive as far as you like across Attica and the rest of Greece. The only practical limits are the total rental duration and the agreed pick-up and return times.

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Book now and explore Athens, the Acropolis and Cape Sounion with your own car. Free delivery in Athens and at Athens airport.

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