5 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Acropolis of Athens and Archaeological Site Mycenae. Your inner history buff will appreciate Fortress Palamidi and Bourtzi. Explore Athens' surroundings by going to Nafplio (Tiryns & Nauplion Promenade). Next up on the itinerary: wander the streets of Plaka, examine the collection at Museum of Greek Folk Musical Instruments, get engrossed in the history at Acropolis Museum, and stop by Monastiraki.

To see maps, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, use the Athens online tour itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Israel, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In June, daily temperatures in Athens can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 24°C.