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. Next up on the itinerary: take some stellar pictures from Mount Lycabettus, get engrossed in the history at National Archaeological Museum, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Hymettus, and see where the action happens at Panathenaic Stadium.

Before you visit Athens, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In December, daytime highs in Athens are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. On the 11th (Tue), you're off to home.