41 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Acropolis of Athens and National Archaeological Museum. Appreciate the collections at Acropolis Museum and Byzantine and Christian Museum. Get out of town with these interesting Athens side-trips: Scuba & Snorkeling (in Anavyssos), Glyfada (Saints Constantine and Helen Orthodox Metropolitan Church, ARCHELON Τhe Sea Turtle Protection Society of Greece, &more) and Meliroon (in Pikermi). Make the 11th (Mon) an awe-inspiring day at Dasoktima Tatoiou. Rev up your beach day on the 18th (Mon) with Ikarian Cruises. There's still lots to do: appreciate the history behind Temple of Olympian Zeus, take in the awesome beauty at Mount Lycabettus, delve into the distant past at Temple of Poseidon, and get to know the fascinating history of Philopappos Hill.

For where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Athens holiday planner.

If you are flying in from Serbia, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In June, daytime highs in Athens are 35°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to travel back home.