8 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Step off the beaten path and head to Temple of Hephaestus and Temple of Poseidon. Museum-lovers will get to explore Acropolis Museum and Byzantine and Christian Museum. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Athens: Archaeological Museum of Vravrona (in Vravrona), Eleftherios Venizelos Permanent Exhibition (in Spata) and Vorres Museum (in Paiania). And it doesn't end there: contemplate the long history of Acropolis of Athens, explore the world behind art at Museum of Cycladic Art, appreciate the history behind Erechtheion, and explore the ancient world of Temple of Olympian Zeus.

To find traveler tips, photos, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Athens journey maker tool.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In January, daytime highs in Athens are 15°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) so you can travel back home.