Athens Greece 7 Day Itinerary

Athens, Greece 7-Day Itinerary (Markdown Format)

Day 1: Arrival & Acropolis

  • Arrive at Athens International Airport (ELEFTHERIOS VENIZELOS AIRPORT)
  • Check-in at your hotel (Recommended: Hotel Grande Bretagne, centrally located and luxurious or Airbnb for a local experience)
  • Visit the Acropolis, including the Parthenon, Propylaea, Erechtheion, and the Temple of Athena Nike. (Note: Best visited in the morning to avoid crowds)
  • Explore the Acropolis Museum (near the Acropolis)
  • Evening stroll around the Plaka neighborhood, have dinner at a traditional taverna like Kezar Tou Fani or O Thanasis

Day 2: Ancient Agora & Roman Agora

  • Breakfast at your hotel or local café
  • Visit the Ancient Agora (Ancient Greek political and commercial center) and see the Temple of Hephaestus, Stoa of Attalos, and Museum of the Ancient Agora
  • Head to the nearby Roman Agora, including Hadrian’s Arch, Tower of the Winds, and Library of Hadrian
  • Lunch at To Zafiri, a cozy eatery near the ancient sites
  • Afternoon visit the National Archaeological Museum, home to many artifacts from various archaeological locations around Greece
  • Evening leisure time in Monastiraki Flea Market or Thisio area for dinner and shopping

Day 3: Temple of Poseidon at Sounion

  • Full day excursion to Cape Sounion (approximately 1.5 hours from Athens)
  • Rent a car, join a guided tour, or use public transportation (bus Σ096 from Liossion Station in Athens)
  • Visit the Temple of Poseidon overlooking the Aegean Sea and enjoy the breathtaking views
  • Return to Athens for dinner; A for Athens is a great modern option in the city center

Day 4: Museums & Modern Athens

  • Breakfast at your hotel or local café
  • Visit the Benaki Museum (Ethnographical, Byzantine, and Islamic Art collections)
  • Explore the National Museum of Contemporary Art (EMST)
  • Stroll around the vibrant neighborhoods of Gazi, Pangrati, and Exarchia
  • Lunch at The Vegetarian Butcher in Gazi or To Kafeneio tou Fani in Exarchia
  • Evening visit Lycabettus Hill for sunset views over Athens (Cable car available or climb up)

Day 5: Day trip to Delphi

  • Full day excursion to Delphi (approximately 2.5 hours by car or guided tour)
  • Visit the ancient Sanctuary of Apollo, Oracle of Delphi, Treasury of the Athenians, and the Temple of Apollo
  • Lunch at a local taverna in Delphi
  • Return to Athens for dinner; Kuzina is a good choice for modern Greek cuisine near your hotel

Day 6: Relax & Leisure

  • Breakfast at your hotel or local café
  • Spend the day relaxing and exploring lesser-known areas of Athens, such as Anafiotika, Koukaki, or Kolonaki
  • Enjoy a coffee at Fluid in Anafiotika or visit The Little Kook for some dessert
  • Dinner at O Thou Thalassinos, a seafood restaurant with a great view of the Acropolis

Day 7: Departure

  • Breakfast at your hotel or local café
  • Check out from your hotel
  • Last-minute shopping or sightseeing in Athens before heading to the airport for departure