Athens, Greece Itinerary

• Day 1: Start with a visit to the Acropolis and the Parthenon in the morning. Followed by a walk around the Plaka neighborhood for traditional Greek food for lunch. Spend the evening watching the sun set at Lycabettus Hill.
• Day 2: Visit the National Archaeological Museum in the morning to learn about ancient Greek history. Have lunch at Stani, a famous bakery in central Athens. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Olympian Zeus and then the Panathenaic Stadium for a stunning view of Athens.
• Day 3: Take a day trip to the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion to experience the beautiful ruins overlooking the Aegean Sea. Stop for lunch at Ammos, a restaurant with fantastic seafood. End the day with a stroll through the Anafiotika neighborhood, with its whitewashed houses and picturesque views of Athens.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Acropolis and Parthenon - 2-3 hours - €10
• Plaka neighborhood - 2-3 hours - €15
• Lycabettus Hill - 1 hour - Free
• National Archaeological Museum - 2-3 hours - €10
• Stani - 1 hour - €10
• Temple of Olympian Zeus - 1-2 hours - €10
• Panathenaic Stadium - 1 hour - €5
• Temple of Poseidon - 3-4 hours - €15 (transportation not included)
• Ammos - 1 hour - €25
• Anafiotika neighborhood - 1-2 hours - Free
• Total Estimated Costs: €100

Transportation

Most of the destinations can be reached on foot or by metro. If you're traveling to Cape Sounion, renting a car or hiring a taxi is recommended due to the distance (approximately 70 km) from Athens.

Links

• The Acropolis Museum
• The Plaka Neighborhood
• The Panathenaic Stadium
• The Temple of Poseidon
• The Anafiotika neighborhood

Tips

If you have more time, consider taking a day trip to Delphi to visit the ancient site and the museum. If you're short on time, consider skipping the National Archaeological Museum, or spending less time in Cape Sounion.