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10 Days in Athens: Unveiling Ancient Wonders and Culinary Delights

Kelsey-Ann Ranger

21 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through Athens, where ancient marvels and gastronomic delights await. Discover the Temple of Hephaestus, get mind-boggled at the Museum of Illusions, and ascend Lycabettus Hill Funicular for breathtaking views. Explore the Ancient Agora, indulge in Holy Moly's mouthwatering burgers, and immerse yourself in the National Archaeological Museum. From the iconic Parthenon to the historic Panathenaic Stadium, each day promises excitement and discovery. Uncover the secrets of Athens while savoring the flavors of Μπούκα and Veganaki. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Athens

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Ancient Mysteries and Urban Charm

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$76

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$ 3

Temple of Hephaestus

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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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.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

12 - 15 min

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Lycabettus Hill Funicular

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

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

3 - 4 min

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Δεξαμενή ΚΟΛΩΝΑΚΙ

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

Day 2Time Traveling through Agoras and Divine Burgers

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$62

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

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Kerameikos Archaeological Site

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

6 - 9 min

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Holy Moly - Coffee & Burgers

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

Day 3Unveiling Treasures at the National Archaeological Museum

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$75

National Archaeological Museum

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$45

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Μπούκα

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

Day 4Hilltop Vistas and Cultural Extravaganza

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$18

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$ 3

Philopappos Hill

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

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Burger 29

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

Day 5Serenity in Stavros Niarchos Park and Theatrical Marvels

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$65

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$ 3

Stavros Niarchos Park

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Odeon of Herodes Atticus

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

7 - 10 min

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Theatre of Dionysus

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

4 - 6 min

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Little Tree Books & Coffee

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

Day 6Ascending to the Acropolis and Sipping Coffee at Yiasemi

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$72

Parthenon

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$48

13 - 20 min

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Yiasemi (Γιασεμί)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

Day 7Exploring Ancient Libraries and Sporting Legends

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$86

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$ 3

Hadrian's Library

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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$20

4 - 5 min

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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.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

12 - 15 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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$25

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Café @ Ίδρυμα Β&Ε Γουλανδρή

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

Day 8Majestic Acropolis and Vegan Delights

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$87

Acropolis of Athens

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$48

16 - 24 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.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

7 - 10 min

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Veganaki

Vegan Street food - Cafe

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

Day 9Artistic Gems at the Acropolis Museum and Irresistible Bakery Treats

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$62

Acropolis Museum

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$32

4 - 6 min

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Takis Bakery (Αρτοποιότης ο Τάκης)

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.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

Day 10Tranquility in Athens National Garden and Artistic Inspiration at Benaki Museum

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$61

Athens National Garden

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Benaki Museum

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

2 - 3 min

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Dry

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

Budget breakdown: $675 In total

Activities & Food:$664

Transport:$11