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🏛️ Discovering Ancient Athens

Jessica Menagh

26 Dec 2023

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Embark on a 10-day journey through the historic streets of Athens, immersing yourself in the rich culture and ancient marvels of this captivating city. From the majestic Acropolis to hidden archaeological gems, experience the wonders of Athens like never before.

Trip to Athens

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Athens' Secrets

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$90

First Cemetery of Athens

Sculptures & elegant mausoleums mark the graves of prominent Greeks at this 1830s burial ground.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

16 - 23 min

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Directions

Museum of Greek Children’s Art

Museum displaying children's art & handiwork since 1994 including international & historic pieces.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$40

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Choragic Monument of Lysicrates

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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$25

17 - 26 min

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Pnyx

Hilltop ruins where many of Athens' ancient democratic assemblies met, with city & Acropolis views.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Conquering the Hill of Gods

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$115

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$ 6

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

11 - 16 min

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Theatre of Dionysus

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$40

8 - 12 min

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Horologion of Andronikos Cyrrhestes

Ancient octagonal tower used as a weather station with sundials & a wind vane, plus a water clock.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

7 - 9 min

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Archaeological Site of the Lyceum of Aristotle

Unassuming ruins of a site where ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle was thought to have taught.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$50

Day 3Stepping into History's Gateway

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$114

Hadrian's Arch

This arch-shaped marble gateway with Corinthian columns is named for an ancient Roman emperor.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$25

7 - 10 min

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Acropolis Museum

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$64

11 - 16 min

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Propylaia

Ancient principal entryway to the Acropolis, built c. 432 BCE, with white marble Doric columns.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

Day 4Artistic Treasures and Roman Ruins

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$148

Museum of Cycladic Art

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$60

13 - 20 min

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Frissiras Museum

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$40

8 - 11 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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$48

Day 5A Divine Encounter with Zeus

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$124

Temple of Olympian Zeus

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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$28

23 - 34 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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$96

Day 6Exploring Piraeus and Cultural Delights

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$50

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$ 6

Archaeological Museum of Piraeus

Longtime museum offering local history exhibits, bronze statues, prehistoric artifacts & sculptures.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$50

17 - 21 min

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Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Unearthing the Ancient Agora

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$138

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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$50

9 - 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.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$48

4 - 5 min

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Stoa of Attalos

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$40

Day 8Journey into Kerameikos

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$130

Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$50

6 - 9 min

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Benaki Museum of Islamic Art

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$40

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.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$40

Day 9A Glimpse into the Past

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$88

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$ 6

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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$88

15 - 18 min

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Areopagus

Craggy hill that was a court in classical times & site of a famed speech by Saint Paul in 51 CE.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Areopagus Hill

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

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 10The Grand Finale of Acropolis

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$206

Erechtheion

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$60

2 - 3 min

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Acropolis of Athens

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$96

4 - 6 min

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Odeon of Herodes Atticus

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$50

Budget breakdown: $1219 In total

Activities & Food:$1203

Transport:$16