7 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Acropolis of Athens and Anafiotika. Relax by the water at Glyfada Beach and Asteras Glyfada Beach. Change things up with these side-trips from Athens: Marathon Beach (in Nea Makri), Scuba & Snorkeling (in Lagonisi) and Vouliagmeni (Vouliagmeni Beach, Megalo Kavouri, &more). There's still lots to do: stop by Plaka, explore the ancient world of Temple of Hephaestus, get into the urban bustle at Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre, and get engrossed in the history at Acropolis Museum.

To find ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Athens online sightseeing planner.

If you are flying in from Egypt, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In August, daytime highs in Athens are 39°C, while nighttime lows are 29°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can travel back home.