4 days in Athens Itinerary

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

You'll explore and learn at Acropolis Museum and Benaki Museum. Get some cultural insight at Acropolis of Athens and Temple of Hephaestus. When in Athens, make a side trip to see Temple of Poseidon in Sounio, approximately Sounio away. There's lots more to do: pause for some photo ops at Erechtheion, see where the action happens at Panathenaic Stadium, delve into the distant past at Theater of Dionysus, and admire the masterpieces at Museum of Cycladic Art.

To see other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Athens trip builder tool.

If you are flying in from Italy, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. February in Athens sees daily highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) so you can travel back home.