6 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Get out of town with these interesting Athens side-trips: Archaeological Site Mycenae (in Mycenae) and Nafplio (Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation, Nauplion Promenade, &more). And it doesn't end there: explore the ancient world of Acropolis of Athens, admire the natural beauty at National Garden, wander the streets of Monastiraki, and take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum.

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If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. May in Athens sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C at night.