4 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Get in touch with nature at Glyfada Beach and Voula Beach. Acropolis of Athens and Temple of Hephaestus will appeal to history buffs. There's still lots to do: wander the streets of Plaka, take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, visit Monastiraki, and appreciate the history behind Temple of Olympian Zeus.

To find where to stay, maps, reviews, and tourist information, use the Athens trip planner.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In May, plan for daily highs up to 29°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.