8 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 Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre and Technohoros Art Gallery. Do some cultural sightseeing at Acropolis of Athens and Temple of Hephaestus. Explore Athens' surroundings by going to Vouliagmeni (Kavouri Beach, Vouliagmeni Beach, &more), Temple of Poseidon (in Sounio) and Nea Makri (Sanctuary of the Egyptian Gods & Marathon Beach). The adventure continues: make a trip to Ancient Agora of Athens, delve into the distant past at Temple of Olympian Zeus, take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, and admire the masterpieces at National Archaeological Museum.

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If you are flying in from Lithuania, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In August, daily temperatures in Athens can reach 39°C, while at night they dip to 29°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) so you can travel back home.