5 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Bring the kids along to Acropolis of Athens and National Archaeological Museum. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Athens: Fortress Palamidi (in Nafplio), Corinth (Akrokorinthos & Archea Korinthos) and Archaeological Site Mycenae (in Mycenae). The adventure continues: get engrossed in the history at Acropolis Museum, appreciate the history behind Temple of Olympian Zeus, tour the pleasant surroundings at Mount Lycabettus, and explore the world behind art at Benaki Museum.

To see other places to visit, photos, maps, and more tourist information, use the Athens tour planner.

If you are flying in from Poland, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In August, daily temperatures in Athens can reach 39°C, while at night they dip to 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to travel back home.