14 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 Plaka are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Your inner history buff will appreciate The Great Theatre of Epidaurus and Temple of Olympian Zeus. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Athens: Planet Blue Diving Center (in Lavrio), Temple of Poseidon (in Sounio) and Mycenae (Citadel and Treasury of Atreus, Archaeological Site Mycenae, &more). There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, step into the grandiose world of Fortress Palamidi, take some stellar pictures from Mount Lycabettus, and stop by Monastiraki.

For maps, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Athens online holiday planner.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. October in Athens sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C at night.