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🏛️ Discovering Athens: Ancient Marvels and Cultural Delights

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Adam

7 Jan 2024

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

Day 1Unveiling the Parthenon and Conquering the Panathenaic Stadium
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$144

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$ 6

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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$96
12 - 15 min

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Panathenaic Stadium
Site of the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now hosting ceremonial events & tours.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$48
Day 2Delving into Art and History at the Benaki Museum and Temple of Olympian Zeus
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$78

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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$50
16 - 23 min

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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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$28
Day 3Immersing in the Artistic Treasures of the Museum of Cycladic Art and National Archaeological Museum
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$148

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$ 6

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
9 - 11 min

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National Archaeological Museum
Neoclassical museum of Ancient Greek art & archaeology, with sculpture, metalwork, vases & jewelry.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$88
Day 4Unleashing Creativity at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center and Ancient Agora of Athens
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$48

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$ 6

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

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Ancient Agora of Athens
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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$48
Day 5Ascending to the Acropolis of Athens and Unveiling the Acropolis Museum
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$160

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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$96
8 - 11 min

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Acropolis Museum
Ultramodern glass & steel museum housing ancient artifacts from the Acropolis archaeological site.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$64

Budget breakdown: $594 In total

Activities & Food:$578
Transport:$16