6 days in Athens Itinerary

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

Get out of town with these interesting Athens side-trips: Archaeological Site Mycenae (in Mycenae), Akrokorinthos (in Corinth) and Nafplio (Nauplion Promenade & Fortress Palamidi). And it doesn't end there: take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, tour the pleasant surroundings at Mount Lycabettus, admire the masterpieces at Benaki Museum, and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

To see photos, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Athens trip site.

If you are flying in from Turkey, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in November, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) so you can travel back home.