🏛️ Discovering Athens: Ancient Marvels and Cultural Delights

Bojana Mijatovic

29 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Athens, where ancient wonders and vibrant culture collide. Uncover the secrets of the Parthenon, soak in the grandeur of the Panathenaic Stadium, explore world-class museums, and immerse yourself in the rich history of this captivating city.

Trip to Athens

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling the Parthenon and Conquering the Panathenaic Stadium

$72

$ 8

Dave Red Athens, a member of Brown Hotels

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

Directions

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

12 - 15 min

Directions

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 2Delving into Art and History at the Benaki Museum and Temple of Olympian Zeus

$39

$ 6

Dave Red Athens, a member of Brown Hotels

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

Directions

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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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 3Immersing in the Artistic Treasures of the Museum of Cycladic Art and National Archaeological Museum

$74

$ 6

Dave Red Athens, a member of Brown Hotels

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$30

9 - 11 min

Directions

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$44

Day 4Unleashing Creativity at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center and Ancient Agora of Athens

$24

$ 8

Dave Red Athens, a member of Brown Hotels

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

Directions

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$24

Day 5Ascending to the Acropolis of Athens and Unveiling the Acropolis Museum

$80

$ 6

Dave Red Athens, a member of Brown Hotels

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

Directions

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

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$32

Budget breakdown: $321 In total

Activities & Food:$289

Transport:$32