How to Spend 2 Days in Athens, Greece: An Easy Itinerary, Athens, Greece
If you’ve ever dreamed of wandering through one of the world’s oldest cities, Athens, Greece is calling your name. This city is a treasure trove of history and culture, from the iconic Acropolis to the lively streets of Plaka. Athens has a little something for everyone.
In today’s post, I’ll share how to spend 2 days in Athens, Greece. This Athens itinerary is a little different than the majority you will see. While I love history and museums, I didn’t want to spend an entire day in museums, as many itineraries suggest. I wanted to try and see a good mix of different sites and wander at a leisurely pace.
I was also very interested in seeing the Temple of Poseidon, which is a little ways outside of Athens. With this 2-day Athens itinerary, you will be outside of Athens for a half-day, but I will also offer options if you don’t want to leave Athens for the Temple of Poseidon. So don’t worry! I’ll explain this all and then some in this post!
No trip to Athens is complete without visiting the iconic Acropolis. This ancient citadel has stood as a testament to the city’s glorious past for over two millennia.
The Parthenon is the undisputed crown jewel of the Acropolis. It was constructed between 447 and 438 BC. This awe-inspiring temple dedicated to the goddess Athena is a true wonder of the ancient world. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
In today’s post, I’ll share how to spend 2 days in Athens, Greece. This Athens itinerary is a little different than the majority you will see. While I love history and museums, I didn’t want to spend an entire day in museums, as many itineraries suggest. I wanted to try and see a good mix of different sites and wander at a leisurely pace.
I was also very interested in seeing the Temple of Poseidon, which is a little ways outside of Athens. With this 2-day Athens itinerary, you will be outside of Athens for a half-day, but I will also offer options if you don’t want to leave Athens for the Temple of Poseidon. So don’t worry! I’ll explain this all and then some in this post!
No trip to Athens is complete without visiting the iconic Acropolis. This ancient citadel has stood as a testament to the city’s glorious past for over two millennia.
The Parthenon is the undisputed crown jewel of the Acropolis. It was constructed between 447 and 438 BC. This awe-inspiring temple dedicated to the goddess Athena is a true wonder of the ancient world. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: How to Spend 2 Days in Athens, Greece: An Easy Itinerary
Guide Location: Greece » Athens
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Lindsey Puls
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Greece » Athens
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Lindsey Puls
Read it on Author's Website: https://www.have-clothes-will-travel.com/how-to-spend-2-days-in-athens-greece/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- The Parthenon
- Acropolis Museum
- The Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Panathenaic Stadium
- Plaka
- Temple of Athena Nike
- the Erechtheion
- Theater of Dionysus
- Dionysos Zonar’s
- Roman Agora
- Hadrian’s Library
- Tower of the Winds
- Gate of Athena Archegetis
- Monastiraki Square
- The GB Roof Garden Restaurant and Bar
- Hotel Grande Bretagne
- The National Archaeological Museum
- Syntagma Square
- Ava Hotel and Suites
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