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8 Days in Athens: Uncover Ancient Marvels and Indulge in Local Delights

Amanda Peebles

Amanda Peebles

28 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 8-day journey through Athens, Greece, as you explore ancient marvels and immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture. From iconic landmarks like the Parthenon to hidden gems like Little Tree Books & Coffee, this itinerary promises an unforgettable adventure.

Trip to Athens

Day 1Coffee Delights and Historical Wonders
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$168

Herodion Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Ciel Acro Espresso Bar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
4 - 6 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38
14 - 21 min

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Odeon of Herodes Atticus
Concerts & other performances are held at this restored stone theater constructed in 161 CE.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$38
6 - 9 min

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Coffee Dive Acropolis
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$27
2 - 3 min

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Little Tree Books & Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$42
Day 2Art, History, and Culinary Delights
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$201

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$ 8

Herodion Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Me Kolonaki
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$27
1 - 2 min

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Museum of Cycladic Art
Museum featuring ancient Cycladic sculptures & artifacts, with kid-friendly activities & exhibits.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$45
2 - 3 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.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$38
10 - 15 min

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Panathenaic Stadium
Site of the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now hosting ceremonial events & tours.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$38
7 - 10 min

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Café @ Ίδρυμα Β&Ε Γουλανδρή
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$18
6 - 9 min

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Colibri
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 3Museums, Temples, and Vegan Delights
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$168

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$ 4

Herodion Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Dry
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
1 - 2 min

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Benaki Museum
Former family mansion of an art collector, with displays on Greek culture from prehistory onwards.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$38
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.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$23
7 - 10 min

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Veganaki
Vegan Street food - Cafe
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$45
3 - 4 min

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FLAT WHITE artisan café
An artisan cafe with unique single origin coffee, homemade desserts, fresh lemonades and juices in a relaxing and homey atmosphere.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$33
Day 4Parks, Cultural Centers, and Mouthwatering Burgers
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$84

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$ 8

Herodion Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Warehouse_edge
Right next to SNFCC you will find us in a sunny all day venue with courtyards, serving 100 wines inspired by the New World, food, speciality coffee and drinks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
4 - 5 min

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Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
Modern cultural hub with a national library, opera house, theater & surrounding park.
9:00 AM - 11:00 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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Burger 29
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$27
4 - 5 min

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Ψαρομεζέδες "Αντωνία"
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$33
Day 5Literary Treasures and Panoramic Views
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$204

Herodion Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

1 - 2 min

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Little Tree Books & Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$42
12 - 18 min

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Parthenon
Restored, landmark temple ruins on archaeological site with iconic Doric columns built from 447 BC.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$72
14 - 21 min

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Philopappos Hill
Views of Athens & the Acropolis attract hikers to this small peak with an ancient monument.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Coffee house Food & Drink
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
4 - 5 min

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Vanilia Bistro (Βανίλια Bistro)
It is an ideal place to visit after your pleasant walk to Acropolis. You can enjoy homemade dishes, desserts, pies as well as a wide variety of beverages.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60
Day 6Ancient Ruins and Cozy Cafes
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$198

Herodion Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

1 - 2 min

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Little Tree Books & Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$42
11 - 16 min

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Acropolis of Athens
Ruins of iconic 5th-century B.C. temple complex on Athens' rocky hilltop undergoing restoration.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$72
12 - 18 min

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Yiasemi (Γιασεμί)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
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Yiasemi (Γιασεμί)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
Day 7Live Music, Archaeological Gems, and Irresistible Bakeries
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$149

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$ 4

Herodion Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Six D.O.G.S
six d.o.g.s is an all day/all night cultural entertainment center organically combining a Club, a Bar, a Café, a Restaurant and a Garden. Open 365 days a year. Serving Lebanese Breakfast and Lunch during daytime (#badaoui), and Thai Dinner during nighttime (#DaraThai), al fresco. EST. October 2009.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
8 - 11 min

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Ancient Agora of Athens
Famous landmark featuring the ruins of an ancient Greek gathering place & a museum with artifacts.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$38
18 - 27 min

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Acropolis Museum
Ultramodern glass & steel museum housing ancient artifacts from the Acropolis archaeological site.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$48
4 - 6 min

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Takis Bakery (Αρτοποιότης ο Τάκης)
With cakes and pies to die for, old school Tsórek (tsoureki) and Simit, more varieties of bread than you would ever imagine this is a 'must-visit' place in order to reinstate what a bakery-boulangerie-bakerei should look like.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$24
3 - 4 min

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Lotte
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$27
Day 8Burgers, Art, and Exquisite Thai Cuisine
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$124

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$ 8

Herodion Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Holy Moly - Coffee & Burgers
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$33
7 - 10 min

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Technopolis City of Athens
Set in a former gasworks, this arts & culture space now hosts concerts, exhibitions & a gas museum.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$19
5 - 8 min

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Thai Zab
Thai Zab offers traditional and unaltered Thai cuisine in a cosy atmosphere. Visit us to try our delicious dishes or enjoy one of our cocktails...
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
10 - 15 min

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Ρακορ
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36

Budget breakdown: $1327 In total

Activities & Food:$1296
Transport:$32