8 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Head to Ermou Street and BR Foods, Greece.for plenty of shopping. Get a sense of the local culture at Acropolis of Athens and Plaka. There's much more to do: take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, explore the striking landscape at Areopagus, see where the action happens at Panathenaic Stadium, and appreciate the history behind Erechtheion.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, read Athens sightseeing planning app.

If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in December, and nighttime lows around 9°C. You'll set off for home on the 11th (Tue).