9 days in Athens Itinerary

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

For shopping fun, head to Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre or Pandora Art Gallery. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Benaki Museum and Amazing Chocolate. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Athens: Kifissia (Galerie Lefakis & PLAYMOBIL FunPark Athens) and Temple of Poseidon (in Sounio). And it doesn't end there: take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, admire the masterpieces at National Archaeological Museum, contemplate the long history of Acropolis of Athens, and shop like a local with Orlik Gallery.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In March, daytime highs in Athens are 63°F, while nighttime lows are 50°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sun) so you can travel back home.