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 Megalo Kavouri. Change things up with these side-trips from Athens: Glyfada (Asteras Glyfada Beach & ARCHELON Τhe Sea Turtle Protection Society of Greece), Vouliagmeni (Vouliagmeni Beach & Kavouri Beach) and Scuba & Snorkeling (in Lagonisi). There's still lots to do: stop by Plaka, take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, explore the ancient world of Temple of Hephaestus, and take a stroll around Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre.

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.