Dates are flexible. This day-by-day plan is provisional until you choose exact travel dates.
Start early at the Acropolis of Athens; the uphill approach is exposed, so bring water and wear shoes with good grip. Allow 2–3 hours for the hilltop monuments and viewpoints. Entry is timed and advance booking is important, especially in busier periods; check the official ticket site for the day’s hours and current prices, which can vary by season. From the Acropolis, walk downhill to the Acropolis Museum in Makrygianni (about 10 minutes). Give its sculptures and archaeological finds 1.5–2 hours; it generally opens in the morning, but its weekly schedule and last-entry times vary, so verify before you go. Budget roughly €20–30 for the Acropolis and €15–20 for the museum.
Walk into Plaka for an easy hour among the narrow lanes, neoclassical houses and small shops beneath the hill. It’s a good place to pause for a coffee or a light lunch, though the prettiest lanes can get busy around midday. Continue on foot to Monastiraki Flea Market (around 15 minutes from central Plaka), where market streets spill around the square; browse at your own pace, and keep an eye out for pickpocketing in the crowds. Shops’ hours vary, so don’t count on every stall being open.
Head to Klimataria in the Psyrri area for dinner, then settle in for traditional Greek dishes and the convivial live-music atmosphere. It’s a popular spot, so reserve ahead if you can; expect about €20–35 per person. From Monastiraki, it’s a short walk to the restaurant, leaving time to wander the lively lanes before dinner.
Allow roughly 5–7 hours from your Athens departure to reaching central Rome, so keep the sightseeing flexible around your actual arrival. Once you’ve checked in, head to Piazza Navona for an easy first wander: the fountains and Baroque façades make a lovely introduction to the centro storico, and you can pause for a coffee or gelato nearby. Give it about 45 minutes; the square is open to enjoy at any time and costs nothing.
Walk about 5 minutes to the Pantheon. Allow around an hour, including a possible queue, to see the vast dome and the oculus. The church is generally open daily, but hours can change for services or special events, so check before setting out. A ticket is usually required for independent visitors (around €5); arrange it through the official Musei Italiani ticketing channel where available, rather than relying on walk-up entry.
Finish at Armando al Pantheon, a short stroll away, for Roman dishes such as carbonara or amatriciana. Budget about €35–60 per person, and reserve ahead—the small dining room is popular. Check the restaurant’s current service days and hours when booking, as they can vary.
Allow about 5–7 hours door to door for the flight from Rome, airport time, and the transfer into town. Check your actual arrival before committing to the central stops; if you reach the Altstadt with time to spare, begin at Marienplatz. Give the Neues Rathaus and the square around 45 minutes, then wander the surrounding lanes. The Glockenspiel’s usual performances are at 11 a.m. and noon, with an additional 5 p.m. show in summer—check the day’s schedule, as your flight may not line up.
Walk about 5–10 minutes to Viktualienmarkt, a lively open-air food market where you can graze on sausages, pretzels, cheese, and seasonal produce. Most stalls are generally open Monday to Saturday during the day and close by late afternoon; hours vary, so arriving earlier is best. Budget around €10–20 for a casual market lunch, and note that many vendors prefer cash or card minimums.
From the market, take the U-Bahn or tram toward Munich Central Station and walk roughly 10 minutes to Augustiner-Keller. It’s a relaxed first-night choice for Bavarian dishes and beer, usually around €25–45 per person; check current kitchen hours and reserve if you arrive at a busy dinner time. If your flight lands too late for the market, keep the visit to Marienplatz brief and head straight to dinner rather than trying to squeeze everything in.
Allow roughly 6–8 hours door to door for the train, station access, and getting to your accommodation; check the current timetable and reserve seats. Once you’ve settled in, head to the Eiffel Tower and Champ de Mars for the planned 1.5–2 hours around the landmark. The lawns and paths offer a memorable view even if you haven’t booked a climb. Summit access depends on advance tickets and availability, so check official booking options before you go; lift tickets cost more than taking the stairs, and queues can add time.
From the tower, walk about 15 minutes to Rue Cler, a lively market street in the 7th arrondissement. Give yourself around 45 minutes to browse the food shops and pick up a casual snack; individual businesses set their own hours, and some may close earlier than others. Then take a taxi or allow roughly 20 minutes on foot to Café de l’Homme at Trocadéro for dinner and its Eiffel Tower views. Expect approximately €50–90 per person and reserve ahead, especially if you’d like a terrace table.
Allow 5–7 hours door to door for your flight from Paris, airport check-in and the transfer into Barcelona, so keep the rest of the day flexible around your actual arrival. From the airport, a taxi to Sagrada Família is usually around 25–35 minutes, traffic permitting; public transport takes longer, with a change from the airport metro line to the L2 or L5. Set aside 1.5–2 hours for the basilica. Book a timed ticket in advance—entry depends on availability, and opening hours vary by season and day. Standard admission is roughly €25–35; check the official site for current hours and prices.
From the basilica, take the L5 metro to Diagonal or walk about 20–25 minutes toward Passeig de Gràcia. Give yourself around an hour to enjoy the boulevard’s Modernist façades and shopfronts; the architecture is worth looking up for, even if you’re not going inside any buildings. Finish at Cervecería Catalana, a popular Eixample tapas spot. Expect roughly €25–40 per person, and a possible wait at busy times; arrive early or be prepared to put your name down and linger nearby.
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