7 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Acropolis of Athens and Erechtheion. Appreciate the collections at National Archaeological Museum and Museum of Cycladic Art. There's lots more to do: examine the collection at Acropolis Museum, delve into the distant past at Theater of Dionysus, explore the different monuments and memorials at Kerameikos Cemetery, and pause for some photo ops at Temple of Olympian Zeus.

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If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major airport is Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. September in Athens sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 24°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to travel back home.