4 Days in Athens: A Journey through History and Nature

Silvia Araya

17 Oct 2023

Experience the best of Athens in just 4 days! Explore ancient ruins, stroll through beautiful parks, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this historic city.

Trip to Athens

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$13

$ 8

Koukaki Home

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Big historic park with native & exotic plants, plus archeological remains & a children's library.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Popular, fairytale-inspired cafe offering sweet & savory crêpes & other treats amid whimsical decor.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Set in a former gasworks, this arts & culture space now hosts concerts, exhibitions & a gas museum.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

$28

$ 8

Koukaki Home

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 6 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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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

Medieval monastery built over early Christian ruins & an ancient shrine to the goddess Aphrodite.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

$25

$ 8

Koukaki Home

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Expansive green space next to a cultural center with landscaped walking paths & a playground.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

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

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 4

$50

$ 6

Koukaki Home

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

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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$50

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $145 In total

Activities & Food:$115

Transport:$30