7 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Monastiraki and Amazing Chocolate. Your inner history buff will appreciate Temple of Poseidon and Temple of Hephaestus. Change things up with these side-trips from Athens: Melissokampos (in Maroussi), Marathon Beach (in Nea Makri) and Vouliagmeni (Vouliagmeni Beach & Astir Beach). The adventure continues: stroll through Glyfada Beach, stop by Dido, enjoy the sand and surf at Schinias Beach, and admire all the interesting features of Panathenaic Stadium.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Athens trip planner .

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major airport is Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. In July, daytime highs in Athens are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) so you can travel back home.