Athens 2 Day Itinerary

Athens 2-Day Travel Itinerary

Day 1: Exploring Ancient Athens

Morning:

  • Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Kostas Psirropoulos Tou Fani located in the Monastiraki area. Try their traditional Greek pastries and coffee.

  • Head to the Acropolis (Propylaea entrance) for an early visit. The Acropolis complex includes the Parthenon, Erechtheion, Temple of Athena Nike, and the Porch of the Caryatids. Remember to wear comfortable shoes as there are many steps!

  • After visiting the Acropolis, head to the Acropolis Museum (5 minutes walk) which houses archaeological finds from the Acropolis.

Afternoon:

  • Take a short metro ride to the Ancient Agora and Roman Agora. Explore these ancient sites at your leisure.

  • For lunch, dine at O Thanasis located near the Tower of the Winds in the Roman Agora. They serve traditional Greek dishes.

  • In the afternoon, visit the National Archaeological Museum, Greece’s largest archaeological museum.

Evening:

  • Have dinner at To Kouzino in the Psirri district, known for its lively atmosphere and delicious modern Greek cuisine.

  • Spend your evening exploring the nightlife in Psirri, or relax at a rooftop bar like 360 Cocktail Bar.

Day 2: Modern Athens

Morning:

  • Start your day with breakfast at Foukies Bakery in the Gazi area. Try their famous loukoumades (Greek doughnuts).

  • Visit the National Garden, a peaceful oasis in the city center. Then head to the Panathenaic Stadium, the only marble stadium in the world and where the first modern Olympic Games took place in 1896.

Afternoon:

  • For lunch, dine at Taf Taf in Gazi. They serve creative Greek dishes with a modern twist.

  • After lunch, visit the Benaki Museum (Pireos St Annexe) which showcases Greek art and culture from prehistoric times to the present day.

  • Take a stroll around the trendy neighborhood of Pangrati or Gazi.

Evening:

  • Have dinner at Kuzina in Kolonaki, known for its Mediterranean cuisine with a modern twist.

  • End your evening at A for Athens, a unique cultural space featuring art exhibitions, films, and events.

Things to Know:

  1. Athens has a comprehensive metro, tram, and bus network. A 5-day ticket costs €12 and allows unlimited travel on all three modes of transport.

  2. Greece uses the Euro as its currency. Major credit cards are widely accepted in most establishments.

  3. The best time to visit Athens is from March to June and September to November when the weather is pleasant, and the city is less crowded.

Tips:

  1. Wear comfortable shoes as you will be doing a lot of walking.

  2. Carry water and sunscreen during the day, especially in summer.

  3. Respect cultural and religious sites by dressing modestly. Shoulders and knees should be covered.

  4. Learn a few basic Greek phrases to interact better with locals.

Enjoy your trip to Athens! Greece is a beautiful country with a rich history and vibrant culture, and I hope you have an amazing time exploring it!