5 days in Athens Itinerary

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

For shopping fun, head to Ermou Street or Gallery Demeter. Let the collections at Acropolis Museum and National Archaeological Museum capture your imagination. And it doesn't end there: take a stroll through Plaka, stop by Canvas, and delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Athens.

To see photos and other tourist information, read our Athens tour planner.

If you are flying in from Cyprus, the closest major aiport is Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. January in Athens sees daily highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.