10 days in Athens Itinerary

One of the world's most ancient cities, Athens remains Europe's undisputed historical and cultural capital.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Mount Lycabettus and Temple of Poseidon. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Plaka and National Archaeological Museum. Get out of town with these interesting Athens side-trips: Dasoktima Tatoiou (in Acharnes), Erotospilia beach (in Porto Rafti) and Astir Beach (in Vouliagmeni). There's much more to do: stop by Anafiotika, appreciate the history behind Erechtheion, take an in-depth tour of Byzantine and Christian Museum, and see where the action happens at Panathenaic Stadium.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. May in Athens sees daily highs of 77°F and lows of 64°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) so you can travel back home.