5 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Athens is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Acropolis of Athens, take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, take a stroll through Monastiraki, and explore the world behind art at Benaki Museum.

To find reviews, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Athens travel route planner.

If you are flying in from The Netherlands, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In May, daytime highs in Athens are 29°C, while nighttime lows are 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.