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3 Days in Athens: A Journey Through History and Culture

Gayane V

16 Nov 2023

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Experience the wonders of Athens in this 3-day itinerary. Visit iconic landmarks like the Parthenon and explore the rich history at the National Archaeological Museum. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the city and indulge in delicious Greek cuisine.

Trip to Athens

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$282

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$ 3

Locomotiva

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$52

4 - 5 min

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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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$45

11 - 14 min

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Ancient Agora of Athens

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$25

12 - 17 min

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Yiasemi (Γιασεμί)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

17 - 26 min

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Parthenon

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

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$48

11 - 16 min

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Lotte

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$52

Day 2

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$265

Impasto

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$40

3 - 4 min

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Benaki Museum

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

11 - 16 min

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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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$25

12 - 17 min

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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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$15

11 - 16 min

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Lotte

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$52

12 - 17 min

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Acropolis of Athens

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

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$48

12 - 18 min

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Yiasemi (Γιασεμί)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 3

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$214

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$ 6

Chez Michel

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$34

2 - 3 min

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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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$30

6 - 8 min

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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

9 - 11 min

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Ψαρομεζέδες "Αντωνία"

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$52

5 - 8 min

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Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center

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

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Λευτέρης

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$66

Budget breakdown: $769 In total

Activities & Food:$761

Transport:$8