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10 Days in Athens: Unveiling Ancient Marvels and Cultural Delights

Gina Siegel

7 Jan 2024

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Embark on a captivating journey through Athens, where ancient wonders and vibrant culture collide. Discover the awe-inspiring Acropolis, wander through archaeological sites, immerse yourself in contemporary art, and stroll amidst picturesque gardens. Unveil the secrets of this enchanting city and create memories to last a lifetime.

Trip to Athens

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Hilltop Serenity and Cultural Splendor

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$0

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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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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

Day 2Parks, Monuments, and Contemporary Art

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$38

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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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Philopappos Monument

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

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

9 - 14 min

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National Museum of Contemporary Art Αthens (EMST)

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

Day 3Archaeological Marvels and Illusory Adventures

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$69

Kerameikos Archaeological Site

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

10 - 15 min

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Temple of Hephaestus

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$20

4 - 6 min

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Museum of Illusions Athens

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$24

12 - 18 min

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Areopagus Hill

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

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Exploring Ancient Agora and Roman Legacy

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$68

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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$24

7 - 10 min

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Hadrian's Library

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 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.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$24

Day 5Treasures of the Past and Theatrical Grandeur

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$69

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$ 3

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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$44

12 - 15 min

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Odeon of Herodes Atticus

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

Day 6Journey to the Birthplace of Drama

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$68

Theatre of Dionysus

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$20

10 - 15 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

Day 7Ascending the Acropolis and Byzantine Wonders

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$68

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$ 3

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

11 - 14 min

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Byzantine and Christian Museum

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

Day 8Immersing in History and Sporting Glory

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$56

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$ 3

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

10 - 12 min

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Panathenaic Stadium

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$24

Day 9Tracing Aristotle's Footsteps and Artistic Gems

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$69

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$ 3

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

3 - 4 min

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Museum of Cycladic Art

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

8 - 10 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.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$14

Day 10Serene Gardens and Artistic Treasures

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$25

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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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

Budget breakdown: $546 In total

Activities & Food:$530

Transport:$16