4 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Get a sense of the local culture at Acropolis of Athens and National Archaeological Museum. Appreciate the collections at Acropolis Museum and Frissiras Museum. Take a break from Athens with a short trip to Archaeological Site Mycenae in Mycenae, about 1h 30 min away. There's more to do: take a stroll through Ermou Street and enjoy the sand and surf at Glyfada Beach.

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If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major airport is Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. In October in Athens, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 18°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.