10 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Discover out-of-the-way places like Mount Lycabettus and Temple of Hephaestus. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Temple of Poseidon and Philopappos Hill. Get out of town with these interesting Athens side-trips: Astir Beach (in Vouliagmeni), Dasoktima Tatoiou (in Acharnes) and Erotospilia beach (in Porto Rafti). There's still lots to do: stop by Anafiotika, take a stroll through Plaka, take an in-depth tour of National Archaeological Museum, and get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.

To find where to stay, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read our Athens trip tool.

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 May in Athens, expect temperatures between 77°F during the day and 64°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.