9 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Athens: Corinth Canal (in Isthmia), Nafplio (Bourtzi, Nauplion Promenade, &more) and The Great Theatre of Epidaurus (in Epidavros). Next up on the itinerary: delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Athens, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Lycabettus, appreciate the extensive heritage of Archea Korinthos, and wander the streets of Monastiraki.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Athens trip tool.

If you are flying in from Cayman Islands, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. September in Athens sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 24°C at night.