Athens itinerary
7 days, hour by hour · GreeceJune–September
- 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 June–September. 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 an online timed ticket for the 08:00 opening (30 EUR, or 36 EUR for the 7-site combined ticket). In summer it may close between 12:00 and 17:00 because of the heat.
≈ €30 per personCulture
Acropolis Museum
A museum with glass floors, the Parthenon frieze and a cafe with views of the Acropolis.
≈ €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 only since 1950; on Agia Irini square, closes at 14:00.
≈ €4 per personLandmark
Anafiotika
An island village tucked against the Acropolis rock: 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; free views and a good sunset spot.
Day 2 · 08:30–15:00
Ancient Agora and Monastiraki
Culture
Ancient Agora of Athens
Enter with the combined ticket. The Temple of Hephaestus is the best-preserved Greek temple, and the Stoa museum is also worth a look.
FreeShopping
Monastiraki Flea Market
The antiques market sets up on Sundays; on other days the shops are open. Avissinias Square.
FreeCulture
Roman Agora & Tower of the Winds
Combined ticket; an octagonal water-clock tower.
FreeFood
Varvakios Central Market
The central meat and fish market; the tavernas inside serve patsas (tripe soup) and grills.
≈ €12 per personLandmark
Psyrri
A graffiti-covered district: cafes and Little Kook by day, 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; the combined ticket is valid, and it is 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; try the cafes on Skoufa street.
FreeCulture
Benaki Museum
A mansion of Greek history and crafts, with a terrace cafe.
≈ €12 per person- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Culture
National Archaeological Museum
The Mycenaean gold mask and the Antikythera mechanism; air-conditioned for the midday heat.
≈ €12 per person- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Landmark
Exarcheia
An anarchist and student district with record shops and rebetiko bars.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Philos Athens KolonakiBrunch in Kolonaki: lunch instead of a museum.
- Museum of Cycladic ArtCycladic idols; 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, 22°C even in winter.
≈ €15 per personNature
Astir Beach Vouliagmeni
A stylish Riviera beach; sunbeds included, clear water.
≈ €30 per personFood
Ithaki Restaurant Vouliagmeni
Seafront fish restaurant; 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 waterfront walk and sunset at the marina, plus 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; an alternative to Flisvos.
Day 5 · 11:00–17:30Day trip
Sounion
Culture
Lavrio Archaeological Museum
A town of ancient silver mines, 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 on the bay, with views of the temple.
≈ €25 per personNature
Sounion Beach
A cove below the temple; swimming in summer.
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), and look for Byron's signature on a column.
≈ €20 per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Cape Sounion Sunset CafeA cafe next to the temple.
- Lavrio HarbourA fishing harbour; an alternative to the museum.
Day 6 · 09:30–16:30Day trip
Hydra
Landmark
Hydra Port
1.5 hours by fast ferry from Piraeus (about 30 EUR); a car-free island of donkeys and stone mansions.
FreeNature
Hydra Kamini Walk
Walk the coastal path to the village of Kamini; there are rocky swimming platforms.
FreeNature
Hydra Spilia Beach
Jump from the rocks into the sea; in summer.
FreeFood
Kodylenia's Taverna Hydra
A taverna with sea views in Kamini.
≈ €30 per personLandmark
Hydra Town Streets
A town laid out like an amphitheatre; the ferry leaves at 17:00.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Hydra Sunset RestaurantAn alternative taverna.
- Hydra Monastery ClimbAn alternative route.
Day 7 · 09:00–13:30
Panathenaic Stadium, National Garden and a gentle farewell
Landmark
Panathenaic Stadium
A marble Olympic stadium; you can run on the track.
≈ €10 per personNature
National Garden Athens
The former royal garden, with palms and turtles, next to the Zappeion.
FreeLandmark
Syntagma Changing of the Guard
The Evzones change on the hour; a full ceremony takes place on Sundays at 11:00.
FreeFood
Ta Karamanlidika tou Fani
A deli and meze tavern; pastirma (cured beef) and a cheese platter make a fitting farewell meal.
≈ €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) and cheese pides; a quick farewell meal.
- Temple of Olympian ZeusCombined ticket; giant columns, 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, the KTEL bus to Sounion (Pedion Areos) and ferries from Piraeus to the islands.
- The Acropolis costs 30 EUR, with online timed entry; the 7-site combined ticket costs 36 EUR and is valid for 5 days. Entry is free on the first Sunday (November to March).
- Summer reaches 35-40°C: visit the Acropolis at 08:00, a museum at midday and a Riviera beach in the afternoon. In August the locals are away on the islands.
- Souvlaki costs 4-5 EUR and a taverna meal 15-25 EUR; the coffee to order is freddo espresso. Tip by rounding up; there is no coperto (cover charge).
- Pickpockets are common on the metro and in Monastiraki; Omonia is deserted 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 June–September. There is a separate plan for October–May: opening hours, the sea and the weather change the route.