8 Days in Athens: Unveiling Ancient Wonders

Ivan

3 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Athens, Greece, as you uncover the secrets of its ancient marvels and immerse yourself in its vibrant culture. From the iconic Acropolis to hidden gems like Yiasemi and Μπούκα, this itinerary is a perfect blend of history, art, and gastronomy.

Trip to Athens

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling the Lyceum of Aristotle and Olympic Glory

$81

$ 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

10 - 15 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

10 - 12 min

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Ancient circular monument standing on a pedestal in a small square near shops & shaded walkways.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

5 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

Day 2Exploring the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Art at Benaki Museum

$52

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$15

19 - 28 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

2 - 3 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

Day 3Journey through Ancient Marketplaces and Irish Delights

$75

Rebuilt ancient structure once a gathering place & market, now a museum housing Athenian artifacts.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$20

8 - 11 min

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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

5 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

Day 4Conquering the Parthenon and Savoring Holy Moly Burgers

$91

$ 3

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

10 - 12 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

6 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

Day 5Ascending the Acropolis and Finding Literary Bliss

$68

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

8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

Day 6Delving into Numismatic Treasures and Archaeological Gems

$89

$ 3

Museum opened in 1834 housing a collection of coins & medals from antiquity through the modern era.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$20

5 - 6 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$45

4 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

Day 7Discovering the Temple of Hephaestus and Ancient Agora

$61

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

2 - 3 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

Day 8Immersing in Acropolis Museum's Splendor and Takis Bakery Delights

$56

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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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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$24

Budget breakdown: $581 In total

Activities & Food:$573

Transport:$8