Athens Greece 4 Day Itinerary

Athens, Greece 4-Day Itinerary (Markdown Format)

Day 1: Arrival & Ancient Athens

Arrival: Fly into Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. You can take a taxi or use the public bus X95 directly to your accommodation in the city center.

Accommodation: Recommended: Airbnb Apartment in Plaka or Hotel Fresh Hotel Athens City Center.

Breakfast: Café Lumière (Plaka) for a traditional Greek breakfast.

Morning: Visit the Acropolis and the Parthenon. Don’t forget to visit the Erechtheion, Propylaea, and the Temple of Athena Nike.

Lunch: Taverna Harmony (Plaka) for traditional Greek dishes.

Afternoon: Explore the Acropolis Museum and learn about the history and artifacts found on the Acropolis.

Evening: Stroll around Plaka, enjoy dinner, and experience the vibrant nightlife.

Day 2: Modern Athens & Nightlife

Breakfast: Folk Art (Monastiraki Square) for a Greek-American fusion breakfast.

Morning: Visit the Ancient Agora, Temple of Hephaestus, and the Museum of the Ancient Agora.

Lunch: Kuzina (Monastiraki Square) for contemporary Greek cuisine.

Afternoon: Explore the bustling Monastiraki Flea Market and the nearby Roman Agora.

Evening: Ride the funicular to Mt. Lycabettus for a stunning city view at sunset. Dinner at Orizontes Restaurant & Wine Bar.

Nightlife: Clubbing at A for Athens or Gazi entertainment district.

Day 3: Day Trip to Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon

Breakfast: At your accommodation.

Morning: Take a bus or join a guided tour to Cape Sounion. Marvel at the iconic Temple of Poseidon overlooking the Aegean Sea.

Lunch: Fish tavernas like Taverna Poseidonion offer fresh seafood.

Afternoon: Return to Athens and visit the National Archaeological Museum, home to some of Greece’s most significant artifacts.

Dinner: O Thanasis (Exarcheia) for hearty Greek comfort food.

Day 4: Departure & Last Moments

Breakfast: At your accommodation or grab a quick bite near Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport before departure.

Departure: Check out from your accommodation and fly home with beautiful memories of Athens!