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. Get outdoors at Glyfada Beach and Areopagus. The adventure continues: get engrossed in the history at Acropolis Museum, visit Monastiraki, pause for some photo ops at Temple of Olympian Zeus, and take in the awesome beauty at Mount Lycabettus.

For ratings, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, read Athens day trip planning app.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In June, daily temperatures in Athens can reach 86°F, while at night they dip to 70°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) so you can travel back home.