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8 Days in Athens: Unveiling the Ancient Marvels

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17 Nov 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Athens, where ancient wonders and rich history await. Explore iconic landmarks like the Acropolis, Panathenaic Stadium, and Parthenon, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Greece's capital city.

Trip to Athens

Day 1
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$50

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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$25
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
Day 2
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$47

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
8 - 12 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$15
Day 3
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$25

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$ 3

Athens National Garden
Big historic park with native & exotic plants, plus archeological remains & a children's library.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 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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$25
Day 4
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$50

Ancient Agora of Athens
Famous landmark featuring the ruins of an ancient Greek gathering place & a museum with artifacts.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
9 - 14 min

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Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos
Cemetery containing ancient graves, ruins & an intimate museum with archaeological relics.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
Day 5
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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 6
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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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$48
12 - 18 min

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Philopappos Hill
Views of Athens & the Acropolis attract hikers to this small peak with an ancient monument.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$68

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
20 - 30 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
Day 8
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$25

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

Budget breakdown: $316 In total

Activities & Food:$313
Transport:$3