5 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 Temple of Hephaestus. Let the collections at Acropolis Museum and Byzantine and Christian Museum capture your imagination. When in Athens, make a side trip to see Temple of Poseidon in Sounio, approximately Sounio away. There's still lots to do: wander the streets of Plaka, see where the action happens at Panathenaic Stadium, admire the masterpieces at National Archaeological Museum, and appreciate the history behind Erechtheion.

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If you are flying in from Lebanon, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. Expect a daytime high around 18°C in February, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can travel back home.