9 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Temple of Hephaestus and Anafiotika. Change things up with these side-trips from Athens: Nafplio (Vouleftiko (Old State House), Archaeological Museum of Nauplion, &more), Ktima Palivou (in Nemea) and Mycenae (Lion Gate & Citadel and Treasury of Atreus). Next up on the itinerary: get engrossed in the history at Acropolis Museum, pause for some photo ops at Erechtheion, explore the ancient world of Acropolis of Athens, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiport is Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. November in Athens sees daily highs of 67°F and lows of 55°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) so you can travel back home.