How to Propose in Athens

Featured Athens Proposal Tips
  • Choose a special location to pop the question in Athens
  • Practice getting down on one knee beforehand
  • Think about what you will say
  • Make reservations so you have a reason to dress up
  • Hire a proposal photographer to plan and capture the moment

Since 2013, Flytographer has captured thousands of surprise proposal photos all around the globe. Explore romantic proposal ideas and tips from real couples, including their top proposal ideas and tips, and the best ways and the best places to propose in Athens. Explore our customers’ heartwarming Athens proposal stories below.

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Gabriel & Ivy's Proposal Story in Athens

How did you meet?

Work

What is your love story?

We always had eyes out for each other since we met but took a long time to figure out that the other side was mutual. We flirted in our own ways without either side figuring out and being comfortable enough to fully commit to the idea until I realized it had to be her and I didn’t want to waste more time or opportunities.

What made you choose this proposal destination?

Ivy’s dream vacation has always been greece, she loves the waters and natural beauty of greece especially. I wanted to make her dream of visiting come true and my dream of marrying her come true at the same time!

What is your proposal story?

We got to the temple of poseidon And I let my girlfriend tourist it up and take photos to keep her busy while i was talking to my photographer about when and where. We found an empty spot looking over beautiful waters and I knew it was the spot my girlfriend would most love too. It was time to finally take the knee

Best tip for proposing in Athens

Avoid over crowded areas or else be prepared with patience

Proposed in Athens in April

Photo Shoot Location: Temple of Poseidon in Sounion

Spyros in Athens for Flytographer

Harry & Shona's Proposal Story in Athens

How did you meet?

Friends/Family

What is your love story?

Since we met we have been joined at the hip, moved in together very early on and constantly created memories, have a unbreakable bond and are constantly smiling when together

What made you choose this proposal destination?

Love of Greek history and lycabettus is stunning

What is your proposal story?

Cable car to the top of the hill after seeing the sites during the day, had dinner at the top of lycabettus looking over the city, went to the top after a couple drinks, asked shona to turn and look at the view so I could take a photo, when she turned back I was on one knee which was captured by Maria and Elias

Proposed in Athens in July

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Maria and Elias in Athens for Flytographer

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