Arrive at your hotel in central Athens (Plaka / Monastiraki recommended for closeness to sights). Drop bags, refresh and get directions for the next days.
Casual deli-style taverna near Psiri serving excellent cured meats and small plates — great introduction to Greek flavours; open roughly 11:00–23:00 but check exact hours.
Wander the narrow lanes of Plaka and Monastiraki square for shops, antiques and views of the Acropolis — an easy way to acclimatise and buy essentials.
Modern Greek menu with a terrace overlooking the ancient Agora and Acropolis — atmospheric evening dining (usually opens early evening; verify reservation policy).
Visit the Acropolis and Parthenon when it opens to avoid crowds; spectacular classical architecture and panoramic city views. Typical opening hours in October: 08:00–19:00 (check official site for exact times).
Modern museum at the foot of the Acropolis with original sculptures and excellent displays explaining the hill’s history; usually open around 08:00–19:00 in October, but confirm day-of.
Explore the Agora where Athenians met and traded; the Temple of Hephaestus is very well preserved and gives context to ancient civic life. Typical opening hours: 08:00–18:00 in October.
Take a taxi (~30–40 minutes from central Athens) or arrange expo shuttle if available; expect 30–50 minutes depending on traffic. Taxis often cost ~EUR35–45, shuttle may be complimentary for registered attendees.
Collect badge and exhibitor/attendee materials and plan which halls to visit; show days typically open around 09:30–10:00 and run through late afternoon — check organiser times.
Attend focused meetings, technical sessions or product demos organised at the expo; calendar-synchronise meetings and use exhibitor maps to prioritise.
Treat yourself and colleagues to a high-quality dinner in central Athens to mark the end of the expo; reservations recommended as many fine restaurants require booking.
Visit Greece’s largest archaeological collection with artefacts spanning prehistory to late antiquity; typical opening hours in October: 09:00–20:00 but confirm day-of.
Drive or join a guided tour (approx 1h15m each way) to the Temple of Poseidon for a scenic coastal drive and famous sunset; plan 4–5 hours total including travel. Temple hours vary — sunset visits common.
If you stayed in the city, take the funicular or walk up Lycabettus for a sunset panorama over Athens and the Saronic Gulf; excellent photo opportunity.
Taxi typically takes 30–45 minutes from central Athens; pre-book or ask hotel for a reliable transfer. Allow at least 2.5 hours before international departures.