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6 Days in Athens: Unveiling Ancient Marvels and Hidden Gems

Pape Diop

13 Dec 2023

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Embark on a captivating journey through the vibrant streets of Athens, Greece. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this ancient city as you explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delectable cuisine, and discover hidden gems. Join me on this unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Athens

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Kolonaki Chic and Olympian Wonders

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$66

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$ 3

Ares Athens Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Me Kolonaki

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Museum of Cycladic Art

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$15

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Panathenaic Stadium

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$12

12 - 17 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.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$7

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Veganaki

Vegan Street food - Cafe

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$9

3 - 4 min

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Directions

FLAT WHITE artisan café

An artisan cafe with unique single origin coffee, homemade desserts, fresh lemonades and juices in a relaxing and homey atmosphere.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

Day 2Artistic Treasures and Culinary Delights

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$56

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$ 4

Ares Athens Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Terra Carpo

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$9

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Acropolis Museum

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$16

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Benaki Museum

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Dry

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$6

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Brunello

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 3Vibrant Nightlife and Illusory Wonders

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$73

Ares Athens Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Six D.O.G.S

six d.o.g.s is an all day/all night cultural entertainment center organically combining a Club, a Bar, a Café, a Restaurant and a Garden. Open 365 days a year. Serving Lebanese Breakfast and Lunch during daytime (#badaoui), and Thai Dinner during nighttime (#DaraThai), al fresco. EST. October 2009.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

6 - 9 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.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$12

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Ancient Agora of Athens

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$12

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos

Cemetery containing ancient graves, ruins & an intimate museum with archaeological relics.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$13

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Holy Moly - Coffee & Burgers

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$15

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Ρακορ

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$11

Day 4Historical Insights and Urban Exploration

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$60

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$ 3

Ares Athens Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 21 min

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Directions

Kaya

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

2 - 3 min

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Directions

National Historical Museum

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

9 - 11 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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$13

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Technopolis City of Athens

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$6

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Thai Zab

Thai Zab offers traditional and unaltered Thai cuisine in a cosy atmosphere. Visit us to try our delicious dishes or enjoy one of our cocktails...

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$9

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Ρακορ

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$11

Day 5Archaeological Marvels and Cozy Cafes

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$83

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$ 3

Ares Athens Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Up - Κυτταρική θρέψη

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$11

6 - 9 min

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Directions

National Archaeological Museum

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$22

12 - 15 min

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Directions

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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$24

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Yiasemi (Γιασεμί)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$14

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Little Tree Books & Coffee

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$12

Day 6Modern Architecture and Timeless Charm

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$64

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$ 4

Ares Athens Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Warehouse_edge

Right next to SNFCC you will find us in a sunny all day venue with courtyards, serving 100 wines inspired by the New World, food, speciality coffee and drinks

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Directions

Parthenon

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$24

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Little Tree Books & Coffee

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$12

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Yiasemi (Γιασεμί)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$14

Budget breakdown: $417 In total

Activities & Food:$401

Transport:$16