Discover the Ancient Wonders of Athens: A 4-Day Itinerary

Gabriela Bonatto

8 Oct 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Athens, exploring iconic landmarks like the Acropolis, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and Ancient Agora. Indulge in delicious Greek cuisine and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this vibrant city.

Trip to Athens

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$62

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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12 - 17 min

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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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6 - 9 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$10

4 - 6 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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2 - 3 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$19

3 - 4 min

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With cakes and pies to die for, old school Tsórek (tsoureki) and Simit, more varieties of bread than you would ever imagine this is a 'must-visit' place in order to reinstate what a bakery-boulangerie-bakerei should look like.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$11

Day 2

$66

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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$13

13 - 20 min

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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

8 - 12 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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22 - 33 min

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Honoring Athena & Poseidon, this famous, ancient Greek temple features a porch with 6 caryatids.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$15

18 - 27 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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3 - 4 min

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

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$13

4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 3

$68

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

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

3 - 4 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$10

13 - 20 min

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Established in 1842, this research institute features guided tours, a museum & historic telescopes.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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12 - 17 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$15

7 - 10 min

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

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$13

8 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$11

Day 4

$87

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$10

20 - 29 min

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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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$25

1 - 2 min

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$25

12 - 18 min

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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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15 - 22 min

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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$11

Budget breakdown: $281 In total

Activities & Food:$281