7 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Do your shopping at Ermou Street and Ioannidou Art Gallery. Relax by the water at Glyfada Beach and Legrena Beach. There's lots more to do: take a stroll through Plaka, explore the world behind art at National Archaeological Museum, take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, and examine the collection at Museum 'Atelier Spyros Vassiliou'.

To see ratings, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Athens online trip maker.

If you are flying in from Egypt, the closest major aiport is Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. In August, daily temperatures in Athens can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can travel back home.