6 days in Athens Itinerary

One of the world's most ancient cities, Athens remains Europe's undisputed historical and cultural capital.

Get some historical perspective at Acropolis of Athens and Temple of Hephaestus. Head to BR Foods, Greece. and Gallery Demeterfor some retail therapy. Go for a jaunt from Athens to Sounio to see Temple of Poseidon about 1h 15 min away. And it doesn't end there: take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, steep yourself in history at Ancient Agora of Athens, take a stroll through Plaka, and appreciate the history behind Temple of Olympian Zeus.

To find photos, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Athens online sightseeing planner.

If you are flying in from Malta, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In June, daily temperatures in Athens can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) so you can travel back home.