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9 Days in Athens: Uncover Ancient Marvels and Delightful Delicacies

Fabian Pütz

8 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the ancient city of Athens, where history comes alive at every turn. Discover iconic landmarks like the Parthenon and Temple of Olympian Zeus, explore fascinating archaeological sites, and indulge in mouthwatering Greek cuisine. Join me as I uncover the secrets of this captivating destination.

Trip to Athens

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling the Majestic Parthenon and Savoring Greek Delights

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$116

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

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Yiasemi (Γιασεμί)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Day 2Immersing in History at Kerameikos and Unwinding at Alexander's Cigar Lounge

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$118

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$ 3

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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$25

11 - 14 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.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

14 - 21 min

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Numismatic Museum of Athens

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$20

3 - 4 min

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Alexander's Cigar Lounge

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 3Exploring Ancient Ruins and Relishing Yogolicious Treats

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$111

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

9 - 14 min

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Stoa of Attalos

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$20

7 - 10 min

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Yogolicious

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$66

Day 4Journeying through Time at the National Archaeological Museum and Roman Agora

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$136

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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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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.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$24

4 - 6 min

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Yiasemi (Γιασεμί)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Day 5Captivating Views from the Erechtheion and Tuk Tuk Adventures

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$78

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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$30

13 - 20 min

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Philopappos Hill

Views of Athens & the Acropolis attract hikers to this small peak with an ancient monument.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Tuk Tuk

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$48

Day 6Ascending the Acropolis and Savoring Greek Delicacies at Kuzina

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$132

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

19 - 28 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.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$20

4 - 6 min

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Kuzina

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$64

Day 7Channeling the Spirit of the Olympics at Panathenaic Stadium and Sweet Temptations at Emi's Cupcakes

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$99

Panathenaic Stadium

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$24

12 - 17 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.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

5 - 8 min

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Emi's Cupcakes

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$50

Day 8Unraveling the Treasures of Acropolis Museum and Unforgettable Moments at Point α

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$98

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

4 - 6 min

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Point α

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$66

Day 9Paying Homage to Temple of Olympian Zeus and Exploring Ancient Agora at Kuzina

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$102

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$ 3

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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$14

12 - 15 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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$24

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Kuzina

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$64

Budget breakdown: $998 In total

Activities & Food:$990

Transport:$8