5-Day Greece City Break in Athens

Your exciting city break begins as soon as you arrive in the beautiful city of Athens. You’ll stay in Athens for 4 nights.

You’ll choose between some of the best hotels and places to stay, all conveniently located in downtown Athens. With lots of excellent hotels to choose from, you're sure to have a fantastic experience during your city break.

Athens has plenty of sights, monuments, and places of interest to explore. Luckily, you have plenty of time to do so for the next 5 days. Choose an early flight to get started with your sightseeing in Athens right away.

An attraction we recommend you check out today is National Garden of Athens. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 33,049 travelers.

When you're ready to head out for dinner, an excellent restaurant you may want to try is Karamanlidika. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,838 customers and is sure to satisfy your hunger after a long day of exploring.

Another acclaimed restaurant in the city of Athens is Atitamos. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,348 customers, guests often have an outstanding experience at this restaurant.

Yet another popular place to eat, often recommended by locals, is Couleur Locale. With an average rating of 4.5 of 5 stars among 7,817 customers, you may want to take a closer look at this restaurant's menu.

Athens is also home to several great bars for every travel budget. One of the best bars in the city is 360 Cocktail bar. This claim is supported by 7,580 customers who have rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Another great bar in Athens is Upupa Epops - The bar. If you ask the 5,915 customers who have rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars, Upupa Epops - The bar is the perfect place for a drink or two.

This is the time to raise a toast for the beginning of your incredible 5-day vacation in Athens!

Wake up to day 2 of your exciting city break in Athens. You still have 3 nights left in Athens, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Athens today is the incredible Acropolis of Athens. This attraction is an acropoli and place of interest, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 108,369 visitors. Around 1,807,580 travelers visit this attraction every year.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Parthenon. Parthenon is a popular ancient greek temple and travel destination with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 65,860 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent ancient greek temple in Athens too.

For the full Athens experience, visit the incredible Acropolis Museum. This one-of-a-kind archaeological museum is rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,529 visitors. Up to 814,565 people visit this site every year.

After or in between exploring Athens, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is Maiandros restaurant, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,357 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Ama Lachei. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,018 customers.

A favorite place to eat among many who have visited Athens is Efcharis restaurant. This irresistible restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,655 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is The Clumsies. This place has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,694 customers.

To enjoy a great atmosphere, continue your evening at Kuko's The Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,785 customers.

Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida is another great place where you can celebrate after a long, fun day in Athens city. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,926 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Athens to come!

On day 3 of your fun city break in Athens, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 2 nights left in Athens.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated acropolis in Athens, Acropolis of Athens. About 108,369 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

The popular Parthenon is another top sight in Athens that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This ancient greek temple is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 65,860 reviews.

Acropolis Museum is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Athens. This archaeological museum has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 55,529 visitors.

Exploring Athens's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Athens's food culture.

Tavern Klimataria (est.1927) is one of the most popular restaurants in Athens. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Tavern Klimataria (est.1927)’s excellent menu. Approximately 3,650 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

If you’re in the mood for something different, check out Rosalia. This Athens-based restaurant is one of locals’ favorites and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,226 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant that serves a menu of appetizing food and drinks is Kuzina. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,585 customers.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Brettos. Around 2,481 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Locals of Athens also enjoy the cocktails at Ippopotamos. This place is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,396 customers and is one of the best you can experience in the city.

Another top-rated alternative for a celebratory drink is Mayros Gatos. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,357 customers.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Athens, Greece.

Wake up to day 4 of your exciting city break in Athens. You still have 1 night left in Athens, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Athens today is the incredible Acropolis of Athens. This attraction is an acropoli and place of interest, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 108,369 visitors. Around 1,807,580 travelers visit this attraction every year.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Parthenon. Parthenon is a popular ancient greek temple and travel destination with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 65,860 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent ancient greek temple in Athens too.

For the full Athens experience, visit the incredible Acropolis Museum. This one-of-a-kind archaeological museum is rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,529 visitors. Up to 814,565 people visit this site every year.

After or in between exploring Athens, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is LIONDI Traditional Greek Restaurant, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,159 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Arcadia Restaurant. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,812 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is Tiki Bar Athens. This place has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,829 customers.

To enjoy a great atmosphere, continue your evening at Zampano. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,675 customers.

Buena Vista Social Bar is another great place where you can celebrate after a long, fun day in Athens city. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,552 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Athens to come!

Your city break in Athens is coming to an end, and it's soon time to say goodbye to the city.

Depending on how much time you have on your departure day, this is your chance to catch one last glimpse of the beautiful city of Athens. We recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

If you can catch a later flight, we recommend visiting some of the attractions you may not yet have had the time to explore. This extra time will let you dive into more iconic landmarks and uncover hidden gems.

Acropolis of Athens is a fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Athens. This acropolis and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 108,369 visitors. More than 1,807,580 people visit Acropolis of Athens each year.

If you'd rather see something else, Parthenon ancient greek temple is a great alternative. According to more than 65,860 reviews, adding up to an average score of 4.8 out of 5 stars, this attraction is a worthwhile visit in the city of Athens.

To soak in the last of Athens, you can also make a visit to Acropolis Museum archaeological museum. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,529 visitors. Around 814,565 people visit Acropolis Museum every year.

If you're looking to enjoy one last delicious meal in Athens, consider a top-rated restaurant like Zampano. This restaurant is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,675 customers.

If you feel like eating something else, Buena Vista Social Bar is an excellent alternative. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,552 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Barley Cargo. It has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,676 customers.

You'll then say farewell to Athens and begin your journey home, now filled with unforgettable experiences, memories, and photos from Greece!