Day 1: Acropolis, Parthenon, Acropolis Museum, Plaka
Day 2: Ancient Agora, Temple of Olympian Zeus, National Archaeological Museum, Monastiraki Flea Market
Time and Costs Estimates
Acropolis (2 hours, €20)
Parthenon (1.5 hours, €10)
Acropolis Museum (2 hours, €15)
Plaka (2 hours, €30)
Ancient Agora (2 hours, €8)
Temple of Olympian Zeus (1 hour, €6)
National Archaeological Museum (3 hours, €15)
Monastiraki Flea Market (2 hours, €20)
Total Estimated Costs: €124
Transportation
To get around Athens, travelers can choose from taxis, buses, metro, or trams. A 24-hour ticket for all modes of transport costs €5 while a single bus/metro/tram ticket costs €1.50. Taxis are also readily available and charge by the meter, with an estimated cost of €15-25 from the airport to the city center.
Useful Tips
If you have more time, consider visiting the Temple of Hephaestus and the Panathenaic Stadium. If you have less time, skip the Monastiraki Flea Market and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Additionally, be sure to wear comfortable shoes as there is a lot of walking involved in visiting these historical sites.