16 days in Athens Itinerary

One of the world's most ancient cities, Athens remains Europe's undisputed historical and cultural capital.

Acropolis of Athens and Archaeological Site Mycenae are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Popular historic sites such as Fortress Palamidi and Temple of Poseidon are in your itinerary. Explore Athens' surroundings by going to Mycenae (Agora art gallery & Lion Gate) and Nauplion Promenade (in Nafplio). And it doesn't end there: take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, admire the masterpieces at Benaki Museum, take a stroll through Monastiraki, and take in the exciting artwork at Museum 'Atelier Spyros Vassiliou'.

For maps, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Athens day trip planner.

If you are flying in from Slovenia, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In June, daytime highs in Athens are 35°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.