4 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Temple of Hephaestus and Philopappos Hill. Acropolis Museum and Numismatic Museum will appeal to museum buffs. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Athens: Nauplion Promenade (in Nafplio) and Mycenae (Lion Gate & Citadel and Treasury of Atreus). There's much more to do: delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Athens, explore the world behind art at Museum of Cycladic Art, explore the different monuments and memorials at Mycenaean vaulted tomb - Acharnes, and pause for some photo ops at Erechtheion.

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If you are flying in from Poland, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In March, daily temperatures in Athens can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.