3 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Your day by day itinerary now includes Herod Atticus Odeon, Parthenon and Theater of Dionysus. Acropolis of Athens and Temple of Olympian Zeus will appeal to history buffs. Visit Glyfada Beach and Voula Beach for some beach relaxation. There's still lots to do: visit Plaka, wander the streets of Monastiraki, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Kapnikarea, and pause for some photo ops at Erechtheion.

To find other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Athens trip planner.

If you are flying in from Sweden, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In June, plan for daily highs up to 35°C, and evening lows to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.