8 days in Athens Itinerary

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Temple of Hephaestus and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Popular historic sites such as Acropolis of Athens and Temple of Poseidon are in your itinerary. Explore Athens' surroundings by going to Dasoktima Tatoiou (in Acharnes), Scuba & Snorkeling (in Lagonisi) and Panagia Faneromeni (in Vouliagmeni). There's much more to do: get engrossed in the history at Acropolis Museum, take a stroll through Anafiotika, visit Plaka, and explore the world behind art at Museum of Cycladic Art.

For maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Athens trip itinerary tool.

If you are flying in from Spain, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In July in Athens, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) early enough to travel back home.