Athens itinerary
7 days, hour by hour · GreeceOctober–May
- Days
- 7
- Stops
- 34
- Per day
- ≈ €83
- First stop
- 08:00
Short answer
The TripWalkers Athens itinerary runs 7 days and lays out 34 stops, hour by hour, for October–May. The first three days:
- Day 1 Acropolis and Plaka
- Day 2 Ancient Agora and Monastiraki
- Day 3 Lycabettus, Kolonaki and museums
Staying less? Start with the first days — TripWalkers uses the opening days of this plan for shorter trips too. Days 5 and 6 are day trips out of the city. Food, entry fees and local transport come to about €83 a day (excluding accommodation and flights).
Day 1 · 08:00–15:00
Acropolis and Plaka
Culture
Acropolis of Athens
The Parthenon. Book a timed online ticket for the 08:00 opening (30 EUR, or 36 EUR for the 7-site combined ticket). In summer it may close from 12:00 to 17:00 because of the heat.
≈ €30 per personCulture
Acropolis Museum
A museum with glass floors, the Parthenon frieze and a café with Acropolis views.
≈ €20 per personLandmark
Plaka
Neoclassical streets at the foot of the Acropolis, plus the white Cycladic-style houses of Anafiotika.
FreeFood
Kostas Souvlaki Syntagma
One type of souvlaki since 1950, on Agia Irini square. It closes at 14:00.
≈ €4 per personLandmark
Anafiotika
An island village tucked against the Acropolis rock, with narrow stairways and cats.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- O Thanasis MonastirakiA kebab and pitta classic on Monastiraki square.
- Areopagus HillA rocky hill beside the Acropolis with free views and sunset.
Day 2 · 08:30–15:00
Ancient Agora and Monastiraki
Culture
Ancient Agora of Athens
Covered by the combined ticket. The Temple of Hephaestus is the best-preserved Greek temple, and the Stoa has a museum.
FreeShopping
Monastiraki Flea Market
An antiques market on Sundays. On other days the shops are open, around Avissinias square.
FreeCulture
Roman Agora and Tower of the Winds
Combined ticket. The tower is an octagonal water clock.
FreeFood
Varvakios Central Market
The central meat and fish market. The tavernas inside serve patsas (tripe soup) and grilled dishes.
≈ €12 per personLandmark
Psyrri
A graffiti-covered neighbourhood with cafés and Little Kook, and meyhanes (taverns) in the evening.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Diporto VarvakiosA basement taverna with no menu. Chickpeas and fish, cash only.
- KerameikosAn ancient cemetery. Combined ticket, and quieter than the Roman Agora.
Day 3 · 08:30–17:00
Lycabettus, Kolonaki and museums
Nature
Mount Lycabettus
Take the funicular or climb for 20 minutes. It is the highest point in Athens, with views of the Acropolis and the sea.
≈ €10 per personShopping
Kolonaki
A chic neighbourhood with cafés along Skoufa street.
FreeCulture
Benaki Museum
Greek history and crafts in a mansion, with a terrace café.
≈ €12 per person- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Culture
National Archaeological Museum
The Mycenaean gold mask and the Antikythera mechanism. Air-conditioned, so good for the midday heat.
≈ €12 per person- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Landmark
Exarcheia
An anarchist and student neighbourhood with record shops and rebetiko bars.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Philos Athens KolonakiBrunch in Kolonaki, as a lunch alternative to the museum.
- Museum of Cycladic ArtCycladic idols, as an alternative to the Benaki.
Day 4 · 09:00–19:00
The Athens Riviera
Nature
Lake Vouliagmeni
One hour by tram and bus. A thermal lake with fish pedicures, and 22°C even in winter.
≈ €15 per personNature
Kavouri Coastal Walk
A pine-lined coastal path in Kavouri, with winter sun.
FreeFood
Ithaki Restaurant Vouliagmeni
Seafront fish, a Riviera classic.
≈ €40 per person- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Shopping
Glyfada Centre
The Riviera's shopping district. Return by tram.
Free- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Nature
Flisvos Marina
A marina promenade and sunset spot, with the Averof battleship.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Akrogiali VouliagmeniAn affordable fish taverna.
- Stavros Niarchos Foundation ParkA Renzo Piano park and opera house, as an alternative to Flisvos.
Day 5 · 11:00–17:30Day trip
Sounion
Culture
Lavrio Archaeological Museum
In an ancient silver-mining town on the way, 1.5 hours from Athens by KTEL bus.
≈ €4 per person- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Food
Akrogiali Sounion Taverna
A fish taverna in the bay with views of the temple.
≈ €25 per personNature
Sounion Beach
A winter beach walk.
Free- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Culture
Temple of Poseidon Sounion
A temple on the cape. Arrive at 17:30 for sunset (16:30 in winter). Byron's signature is carved on a column.
≈ €20 per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Cape Sounion Sunset CaféA café next to the temple.
- Lavrio PortA fishing harbour, as an alternative to the museum.
Day 6 · 09:30–16:30Day trip
Aegina
Landmark
Aegina Port
A 40-minute ferry from Piraeus (about 10 EUR). The pistachio island, with horse-drawn carriages.
FreeCulture
Temple of Aphaia
A Doric temple on a hilltop in Aegina, older than the Parthenon.
≈ €6 per personNature
Agia Marina Aegina
A sandy beach and village, good for a winter walk.
FreeFood
Skotadis Aegina
A fish taverna on the harbour, with pistachio desserts.
≈ €30 per personShopping
Aegina Pistachio Market
Buy Aegina pistachios as souvenirs. The ferry leaves at 17:00.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Aegina Miltos BalıkAn alternative taverna.
- Paleochora AeginaAn alternative route.
Day 7 · 09:00–13:30
Panathenaic and National Garden: a gentle farewell
Landmark
Panathenaic Stadium
A marble Olympic stadium. Run on the track.
≈ €10 per personNature
National Garden Athens
A royal garden with palms and turtles, next to the Zappeion.
FreeLandmark
Syntagma Changing of the Guard
The Evzones guards change every hour. On Sundays at 11:00 there is a large ceremony.
FreeFood
Ta Karamanlidika tou Fani
A deli and meyhane (tavern). Pastirma (cured beef) and cheese platter for a farewell.
≈ €18 per personLandmark
Syntagma Metro Airport
The airport metro takes 40 minutes. Farewell.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Feyrouz AthensLahmacun (thin Turkish flatbread with minced meat) and cheese pides. A quick farewell meal.
- Temple of Olympian ZeusCombined ticket. Giant columns, as an alternative to the stadium.
Good to know: 6 things that make an Athens trip easier
- The metro has 3 lines; the airport metro takes 40 minutes and costs 10 EUR. Take the tram to the Riviera, a KTEL bus to Sounion (Pedion Areos), and a Piraeus ferry to the islands.
- The Acropolis costs 30 EUR with a timed online ticket. The 7-site combined ticket costs 36 EUR (valid for 5 days). Entry is free on the first Sunday (November to March).
- Winter is sunny at 10-15°C, with no crowds. Lake Vouliagmeni stays warm in winter, and sunset at Sounion is at 17:00.
- Souvlaki costs 4-5 EUR and a taverna meal 15-25 EUR. Drink freddo espresso as your coffee, and round up the bill as a tip; there is no coperto (cover charge).
- Watch for pickpockets on the metro and in Monastiraki. Omonia is quiet at night.
- On Sundays there is the Monastiraki flea market and the Syntagma ceremony. Museums may be closed on Tuesdays.
Spending: ≈ €580 per person for 7 days
- Food€300
- Entry and tours€150
- Local transport€70
- Other€60
Excludes accommodation and flights. 2026 price estimate, per person.
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Frequently asked questions
How many days do you need in Athens?
This itinerary is built for 7 days. With 3 days, do the first 3 — TripWalkers uses the opening days of the plan for shorter trips too. The day trip is on day 5 and 6; skip it on a short stay.
How much does a day in Athens cost?
In this plan, food, entry fees and local transport come to about €83 per person per day. Accommodation and flights are not included. Figures are 2026 estimates.
What time should you start the day in Athens?
The first stop is at 08:00. Most days start early so you arrive before the crowds, and evenings end with dinner.
Which season is this itinerary for?
This page covers October–May. There is a separate plan for June–September: opening hours, the sea and the weather change the route.