Athens, Greece 6 Day Itinerary
Athens, Greece 6-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Acropolis
- Accommodation: Airbnb or Hotel Grande Bretagne
- Breakfast: Visit a local bakery for a traditional Greek breakfast (παγχριδαριές - paximadia, τυροπιτακια - tyropitaka, καφεζεντά - kafeshenta)
- Morning: Start your day with a visit to the iconic Acropolis and its main attractions: the Parthenon, Propylaia, Erechtheion, and the Temple of Athena Nike. Don’t forget to explore the nearby Acropolis Museum.
- Lunch: Head to the lively Monastiraki Flea Market for souvlaki at Kosta Gyros & Souvlaki (Πλατεία Μοναστηράκι, 105 55 Athens)
- Afternoon: Visit the Ancient Agora, Museum of the Ancient Agora, and the Temple of Hephaestus. Walk to the nearby Roman Agora and Hadrian’s Arch.
- Dinner: Dine at Ta Karamanlidika Tou Fani for delicious Greek meze dishes.
- Evening: Take a stroll along the pedestrian streets of Plaka and enjoy a drink at one of the traditional tavernas with live music (e.g., To Zizis).
Day 2: Ancient Sites & Street Art
- Breakfast: Grab breakfast at your accommodation or a local café.
- Morning: Head to the National Archaeological Museum to see some of Greece’s most important artifacts, such as the Antikythera Mechanism and the Mask of Agamemnon.
- Lunch: Try To Souvlaki sto Anezo for traditional souvlaki in a casual setting.
- Afternoon: Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Exarcheia and Psyrri. Check out street art, visit independent bookstores, and stop by some alternative cafés (e.g., 6 D. Sokratous).
- Dinner: Have dinner at To Perigiali tis Psyrridis for authentic Greek cuisine.
- Evening: Return to the Plaka area and enjoy a nightcap at one of the bars with a view, such as 360 Cocktail Bar.
Day 3: Museums & Modern Athens
- Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation or grab a quick bite from a local bakery.
- Morning: Visit the Benaki Museum (Pireos St. Annexe) and the National Museum of Contemporary Art - EMST.
- Lunch: Head to To Kouzino for a modern twist on traditional Greek dishes.
- Afternoon: Explore the vibrant neighborhood of Keramikos, where you can find the Keramikos Cemetery, the Archaeological Museum of Keramikos, and some trendy cafés (e.g., Kalfayan Galleries Cafe).
- Dinner: Dine at To Steki tou Psirrou for a variety of Greek dishes in a cozy atmosphere.
- Evening: Relax at A for Athens - a rooftop bar with stunning views over the city.
Day 4: Temples of Olympus & Temple of Poseidon
- Breakfast: Start your day early with breakfast at your accommodation or a local café.
- Morning: Take a guided tour to the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Panathenaic Stadium.
- Lunch: Head to Thissio for lunch at one of the many tavernas along the river.
- Afternoon: Join a guided tour to the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion and enjoy breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea.
- Dinner: Return to Athens and have dinner at Funky Gourmet for a fusion experience with Mediterranean flavors.
- Evening: End your day with a drink at A38, a rooftop bar with views of the Acropolis.
Day 5: Day Trip to Delphi
- Breakfast: Start your day early with breakfast at your accommodation or a local café.
- Morning: Embark on a guided tour to ancient Delphi, home of the Oracle of Apollo and one of Greece’s most important archaeological sites.
- Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Greek lunch during your visit to Delphi (many tours include this in their itinerary).
- Afternoon: Return to Athens and spend some time relaxing or exploring nearby neighborhoods like Gazi or Keramikos.
- Dinner: Dine at Ta Karamanlidika tou Fani for a second time, if you didn’t get enough the first time!
- Evening: Visit the Athens Observatory (Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών Οφελέϊο) or enjoy a night at The Clumsies, one of Athens’s best cocktail bars.
Day 6: Departure
- Breakfast: Have your final Greek breakfast before departure, and don’t forget to pick up some local delicacies as souvenirs!
- Departure: Depending on your flight schedule, head to the Athens International Airport (Αερολιμένα Αθηνών) for your journey home.