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Discover Athens: A 10-Day Adventure in the Heart of Greece

Ambica Tyagi

15 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through Athens, exploring ancient ruins, world-class museums, and breathtaking landmarks. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Greece's capital city.

Trip to Athens

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$63

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$ 3

Byzantine and Christian Museum

Museum displaying frescoes, paintings, sculptures & artifacts from as far back as the 3rd century.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$20

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Museum of Cycladic Art

Museum featuring ancient Cycladic sculptures & artifacts, with kid-friendly activities & exhibits.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$30

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Hadrian's Arch

This arch-shaped marble gateway with Corinthian columns is named for an ancient Roman emperor.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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$13

20 - 30 min

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Directions

Philopappos Hill

Views of Athens & the Acropolis attract hikers to this small peak with an ancient monument.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$77

Archaeological Site of the Lyceum of Aristotle

Unassuming ruins of a site where ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle was thought to have taught.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Zappeion Garden

Pathways, statues & a fountain in a tree-filled park sitting in front of the 1880s Zappeio Hall.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Acropolis Museum

Ultramodern glass & steel museum housing ancient artifacts from the Acropolis archaeological site.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$32

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Theatre of Dionysus

Huge, tiered performance space seating around 15,000 people, dating from the 6th century B.C.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

Day 3

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$50

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$ 6

Lycabettus Hill Funicular

This funicular railway takes visitors through a tunnel to the top of Mount Lycabettus in 10 minutes.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$13

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Panathenaic Stadium

Site of the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now hosting ceremonial events & tours.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Athens National Garden

Big historic park with native & exotic plants, plus archeological remains & a children's library.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Holy Metropolitan Church of the Annunciation to the Virgin Mary

1800s cathedral church of Athens, featuring monumental Greco-Byzantine & neoclassical architecture.

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Philopappos Monument

Tomb & monument ruins erected in the 2nd century, with an ancient chiseled frieze & inscription.

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

Day 4

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$78

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$ 3

National Museum of Contemporary Art Αthens (EMST)

Noted collection of Greek & international contemporary art housed in a sleek-design former brewery.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

15 - 22 min

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Directions

Temple of Olympian Zeus

Vast temple begun in 6th century B.C. on the site of an ancient outdoor sanctuary dedicated to Zeus.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

16 - 24 min

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Directions

National Historical Museum

Exhibits on modern Greek history spanning art, weapons & documents, in the Old Parliament building.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$25

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Mount Lycabettus

This prominent limestone peak features a cable car, open-air concert venue & panoramic views.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

Day 5

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$98

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$ 3

Benaki Museum

Former family mansion of an art collector, with displays on Greek culture from prehistory onwards.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Roman Forum of Athens (Roman Agora)

The remains of this agora built by the Romans from 19-11 B.C. include columns & an octagonal tower.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

17 - 26 min

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Acropolis of Athens

Ruins of iconic 5th-century B.C. temple complex on Athens' rocky hilltop undergoing restoration.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$48

Day 6

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$75

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$ 6

Antonis Tritsis Metropolitan Park

Urban park with olive groves & trails around a series of lakes, plus cafes & a small stone church.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Hellenic Motor Museum

Heaven for car fans with 110 rare and iconic vehicles, plus an F1 simulator displayed on 3 floors.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$30

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Hadrian's Library

Roman ruins of a library & cultural complex constructed in 132 CE by the emperor Hadrian.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Little Kook

Popular, fairytale-inspired cafe offering sweet & savory crêpes & other treats amid whimsical decor.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Kerameikos Archaeological Site

Extensive ruins of ancient Athens' largest cemetery & a museum with finds from the tombs.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$25

Day 7

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$106

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$ 6

Technopolis City of Athens

Set in a former gasworks, this arts & culture space now hosts concerts, exhibitions & a gas museum.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$13

11 - 14 min

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Parthenon

Restored, landmark temple ruins on archaeological site with iconic Doric columns built from 447 BC.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$48

14 - 17 min

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Directions

National Archaeological Museum

Neoclassical museum of Ancient Greek art & archaeology, with sculpture, metalwork, vases & jewelry.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$45

Day 8

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$83

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$ 3

Allou! Fun Park

Whimsical amusement park with rides & games for multiple age ranges, plus concessions.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Temple of Hephaestus

Ancient Greek place of worship, built in the Doric style out of marble with bas relief friezes.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$20

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Museum of Illusions Athens

Interactive, trick-of-the-eye rooms like a vortex tunnel & upside-down room, popular for selfies.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$25

Day 9

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$75

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$ 6

Ancient Agora of Athens

Famous landmark featuring the ruins of an ancient Greek gathering place & a museum with artifacts.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

15 - 22 min

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Directions

Areopagus Hill

Historic site that once served as the high court of appeal for judicial cases in ancient Greece.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Odeon of Herodes Atticus

Concerts & other performances are held at this restored stone theater constructed in 161 CE.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Stavros Niarchos Park

Expansive green space next to a cultural center with landscaped walking paths & a playground.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Museum Ship Averof

Floating museum on an early-1900s armored cruiser, with exhibits about life above & below decks.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$25

Day 10

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$20

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$ 6

Hellenic Cosmos Cultural Center (Museum & Theater complex)

Exhibits & virtual reality experiences exploring ancient Greek culture, plus a modern theater.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center

Modern cultural hub with a national library, opera house, theater & surrounding park.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Piraeus Harbour

Harbor known for its busy seaport with ferries, yachts & ships, plus some nearby cafes.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $760 In total

Activities & Food:$723

Transport:$37