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 Mount Lycabettus and Archaeological Museum of Nauplion. Change things up with these side-trips from Athens: Nafplio (Vouleftiko (Old State House), Fortress Palamidi, &more), Mycenae (Lion Gate & Citadel and Treasury of Atreus) and Ktima Palivou (in Nemea). And it doesn't end there: take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, take a stroll through Plaka, delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Athens, and get to know the fascinating history of Philopappos Hill.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read Athens online vacation planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. Expect a daytime high around 67°F in November, and nighttime lows around 55°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.