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5 Days in Athens: Unveiling Ancient Marvels

Anna Vacante

3 Jan 2024

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Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Athens, where ancient wonders and modern delights collide. Discover the rich history and cultural treasures of this vibrant city as you explore iconic landmarks, world-class museums, and architectural marvels. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure that will leave you in awe of Athens' timeless beauty.

Trip to Athens

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling the Majestic Parthenon

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$73

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$ 3

Athens City View

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 34 min

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Directions

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

10 - 12 min

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Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

Day 2Immersing in History at Piraeus and Beyond

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$49

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$ 11

Athens City View

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Directions

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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$25

17 - 21 min

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Directions

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

21 - 26 min

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Directions

Panathenaic Stadium

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$24

Day 3Artistic Gems and Ancient Temples

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$39

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$ 6

Athens City View

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Benaki Museum

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

16 - 23 min

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Directions

Temple of Olympian Zeus

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$14

Day 4A Cultural Extravaganza in Athens

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$86

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$ 6

Athens City View

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

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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$30

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Acropolis Museum

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$32

16 - 23 min

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Directions

Ancient Agora of Athens

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$24

Day 5Journey to the Past at the Acropolis

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$92

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$ 6

Athens City View

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

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

23 - 28 min

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Acropolis of Athens

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$48

Budget breakdown: $369 In total

Activities & Food:$339

Transport:$30