9 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Family-friendly places like Acropolis of Athens and National Archaeological Museum will thrill your kids. Venture out of the city with trips to Nafplio (Nauplion Promenade & Fortress Palamidi), Corinth (Akrokorinthos & Archea Korinthos) and Isthmia (Corinth Canal & Splash Water Park). The adventure continues: take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, delve into the distant past at Archaeological Site Mycenae, take a stroll through Plaka, and admire the natural beauty at National Garden.

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If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In October, daily temperatures in Athens can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sat) early enough to travel back home.