Athens in 5 days

5 days

A 5-day itinerary for Athens with the must-sees, organized day by day. To add, remove or swap activities, click “Save and modify”: the itinerary is saved to your account and you can change it however you like.

Day 1
Athens
Acropolis and Plaka
09:00
Acropolis of Athens
Visit the Acropolis, Athens' most iconic site, featuring the Parthenon and other ancient temples.
420 m
11:30
Acropolis Museum
Explore the artifacts and sculptures of the Acropolis in this modern museum.
2 km
13:00
Stamatis Restaurant
Enjoy a traditional Greek lunch in the Plaka neighborhood.
1.5 km
14:30
Plaka
Stroll through the historic Plaka neighborhood, with its cobblestone streets and quaint shops.
200 m
16:00
Anafiotika
Stroll through this picturesque neighborhood with island village vibes.
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Day 2
Athens
Syntagma and National Garden
09:00
Syntagma Square
Watch the changing of the guard in front of the Greek Parliament.
390 m
09:45
Athens National Garden
Relax in this peaceful park located in the heart of the city.
130 m
11:00
Zappeion Hall
Visit the Zappeion, a neoclassical building used for events and exhibitions.
490 m
12:00
Taverna Vyzantino
Have lunch at an elegant restaurant with refined Mediterranean cuisine.
920 m
13:30
Mousio Mpenaki
Explore Greek art and history at the Benaki Museum.
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Day 3
Athens
Monastiraki and Ancient Agora
09:00
Monastiraki
Explore the Monastiraki Flea Market, perfect for shopping and people-watching.
430 m
10:30
Ancient Agora of Athens
Discover the Ancient Agora, the center of public life in ancient Greece.
5 km
12:30
Tavern "Thanasis 1948"
Taste the best gyros in Athens at this restaurant popular with locals and tourists alike.
5 km
14:00
Roman Agora
Explore the ruins of the Roman Agora, a fascinating archaeological site in the heart of Athens.
140 m
15:30
Hadrian's Library
Visit the Library of Hadrian, an impressive archaeological site.
Day 4
Athens
Kolonaki and Lycabettus Hill
09:00
Kolonaki
Explore this chic neighborhood with its luxury shops and elegant cafes.
350 m
10:30
Museum of Cycladic Art
Explore ancient Cycladic art in this unique museum.
320 m
12:30
Οικειο
Enjoy lunch at this cozy and romantic restaurant in Kolonaki.
480 m
14:00
Mount Lycabettus
Climb to the top for a panoramic view of Athens.
430 m
16:00
Amphitheater of Lycabettus
Visit this open-air theater offering a spectacular view of the city.
Day 5
Athens
Piraeus and the Coast
09:00
Piraeus
Explore the port of Piraeus, Athens' main port, with its shops and cafés.
700 m
10:30
Archaeological Museum of Piraeus
Discover maritime artifacts and ancient sculptures in this museum.
1.3 km
12:00
Varoulko
Enjoy a seafood lunch with a view of the Aegean Sea.
150 m
13:30
Mikrolimano
Walk along Mikrolimano, a picturesque marina lined with cafes and restaurants.
2.4 km
15:00
Flisvos Marina
Stroll along this modern marina lined with yachts and elegant cafes.
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