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6 Days in Athens: Unveiling Ancient Marvels

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Ibrahim mango

1 Jan 2024

Embark on a captivating journey through Athens as you uncover its rich history and cultural treasures. From awe-inspiring ancient ruins to world-class museums, this itinerary will immerse you in the captivating allure of the Greek capital.

Trip to Athens

Day 1Discovering the Modern and Serene Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
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$0

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
11 - 16 min

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Stavros Niarchos Park
Expansive green space next to a cultural center with landscaped walking paths & a playground.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 2Immersing in Art and Athletics: Museum of Cycladic Art and Panathenaic Stadium
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$34

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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$15
12 - 17 min

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Panathenaic Stadium
Site of the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now hosting ceremonial events & tours.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$12
12 - 17 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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$7
Day 3Unveiling the Glorious Past: Acropolis Museum and Benaki Museum
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$29

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$ 2

Acropolis Museum
Ultramodern glass & steel museum housing ancient artifacts from the Acropolis archaeological site.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$16
11 - 14 min

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Benaki Museum
Former family mansion of an art collector, with displays on Greek culture from prehistory onwards.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
Day 4Exploring Ancient Marvels: Philopappos Hill, Ancient Agora, and Roman Forum
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$24

Philopappos Hill
Views of Athens & the Acropolis attract hikers to this small peak with an ancient monument.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
17 - 26 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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$12
8 - 12 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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$12
Day 5Embracing the Vibrant Cultural Scene: Technopolis City, Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and National Archaeological Museum
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$41

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$ 3

Technopolis City of Athens
Set in a former gasworks, this arts & culture space now hosts concerts, exhibitions & a gas museum.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$6
10 - 12 min

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Odeon of Herodes Atticus
Concerts & other performances are held at this restored stone theater constructed in 161 CE.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
18 - 22 min

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National Archaeological Museum
Neoclassical museum of Ancient Greek art & archaeology, with sculpture, metalwork, vases & jewelry.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$22
Day 6Iconic Landmarks and Timeless Beauty: Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon
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$48

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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$24
2 - 3 min

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Parthenon
Restored, landmark temple ruins on archaeological site with iconic Doric columns built from 447 BC.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$24

Budget breakdown: $180 In total

Activities & Food:$176
Transport:$4