Two-Week Relaxed Greece Road Trip from Athens to Patras

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through Greece begins when you reach Athens, where you’ll stay for a total of 9 nights.

Athens is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. Around 25,941 visitors have rated this fascinating ancient greek temple and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Exploring the food culture in Athens offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip.

An excellent example is Karamanlidika. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,838 customers.

Atitamos serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Athens has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,348 reviews.

If you’re curious about what Athens looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Couleur Locale, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 7,817 reviews.

360 Cocktail bar offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Athens. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,580 customers.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in Greece! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in Greece!

Around 5,147 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,885 visitors, this amazing sightseeing spot attracts approximately 41,852 travelers every year.

This local attraction is an amazing park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 35,829 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Acropolis Museum will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in Greece more memorable. This remarkable archaeological museum and travel destination inspires over 814,565 curious travelers each year. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 63,138 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through Greece is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

Philopappos Hill is a well-loved park by locals and tourists alike, and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 18,153 visitors.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Athens for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Greece by eating at one of the best restaurants in Athens.

With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,357 customers, the dining experience Maiandros restaurant offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in Greece.

Ama Lachei is another pleasant place to eat in Athens. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,018 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Upupa Epops - The bar, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Athens is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,915 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at The Clumsies, another well-known bar in Athens. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 5,694 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Greece is all about!

Around 8,167 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

This local attraction is an amazing square that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,799 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Ancient Agora of Athens will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in Greece more memorable. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 31,957 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through Greece is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

Temple of Hephaestus is a well-loved ancient greek temple by locals and tourists alike, and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,722 visitors.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Athens for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Greece by eating at one of the best restaurants in Athens.

With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,655 customers, the dining experience Efcharis restaurant offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in Greece.

Tavern Klimataria (est.1927) is another pleasant place to eat in Athens. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,650 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Kuko's The Bar, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Athens is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,785 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida, another well-known bar in Athens. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,926 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Greece is all about!

Around 72,080 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 120,655 visitors, this amazing sightseeing spot attracts approximately 1,807,580 travelers every year.

This local attraction is an amazing odeon that has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 14,807 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Technopolis City of Athens will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in Greece more memorable. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,380 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through Greece is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

National Archaeological Museum of Athens is a well-loved national museum by locals and tourists alike, and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,435 visitors.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Athens for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Greece by eating at one of the best restaurants in Athens.

With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,226 customers, the dining experience Rosalia offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in Greece.

Kuzina is another pleasant place to eat in Athens. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,585 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Brettos, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Athens is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,481 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Ippopotamos, another well-known bar in Athens. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,396 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Greece is all about!

Around 1,121 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

This local attraction is an amazing must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,874 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in Greece more memorable. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 52,943 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through Greece is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

Stavros Niarchos Park is a well-loved park by locals and tourists alike, and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 36,525 visitors.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Athens for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Greece by eating at one of the best restaurants in Athens.

With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,159 customers, the dining experience LIONDI Traditional Greek Restaurant offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in Greece.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Mayros Gatos, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Athens is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,357 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Tiki Bar Athens, another well-known bar in Athens. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,829 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Greece is all about!

Around 3,539 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Athens for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Greece by eating at one of the best restaurants in Athens.

With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,812 customers, the dining experience Arcadia Restaurant offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in Greece.

Barley Cargo is another pleasant place to eat in Athens. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,676 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Zampano, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Athens is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,675 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Buena Vista Social Bar, another well-known bar in Athens. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,552 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Greece is all about!

Around 1,269 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

This local attraction is an amazing church that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,315 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Hellenic Cosmos Cultural Center (Museum & Theater complex) will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in Greece more memorable. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,836 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through Greece is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Athens for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Greece by eating at one of the best restaurants in Athens.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Barley Cargo, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Athens is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,676 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at SYN AThINA, another well-known bar in Athens. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,574 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Greece is all about!

Around 6,073 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 14,224 visitors, this amazing sightseeing spot attracts approximately 222,800 travelers every year.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Athens for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Greece by eating at one of the best restaurants in Athens.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Drachmi, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Athens is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,611 customers.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Greece is all about!

Day 9 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Greece gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Patras, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 5 nights.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Paralia Voyliagmenis is waiting for you. This must-see tourist destination has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,839 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Varkiza harbours. This unique top-tier point of interest is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,843 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Moyseio Oinoy Markoy. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,263 visitors, this museum is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Greece. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Patras. In Patras, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Greece.

With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,710 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Bodegas.

Locals also recommend Salumeria as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Salumeria as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,481 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Sailing Club Of Patras. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,282 customers.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Notos. Notos is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 708 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Distinto Rio. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,864 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Carousello. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Carousello is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,922 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Greece!

On day 10 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you’ll explore the area around Patras, where you’ll be staying for another 4 nights.

Around 3,040 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

This local attraction is an amazing archaeological museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,586 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Rion-Antirion Bridge will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in Greece more memorable. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,277 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through Greece is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

Garden of Heroes is a well-loved park by locals and tourists alike, and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,998 visitors.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Greece by joining a traveler-approved tour in Patras. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Patras and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Patras that will make your self-drive tour in Greece more memorable.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Patras for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Greece by eating at one of the best restaurants in Patras.

With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,079 customers, the dining experience Talks offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in Greece.

Sinialo is another pleasant place to eat in Patras. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,089 customers.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out Prego and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 814 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Distinto Mall, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Patras is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,331 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Ntivani, another well-known bar in Patras. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 884 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Avli By Vouz. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 815 customers, Avli By Vouz is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Patras.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Greece is all about!

On day 11 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you’ll explore the area around Patras, where you’ll be staying for another 3 nights.

Around 14,841 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

This local attraction is an amazing must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 274 visitors.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Greece by joining a traveler-approved tour in Patras. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Patras and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Patras that will make your self-drive tour in Greece more memorable.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Patras for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Greece by eating at one of the best restaurants in Patras.

With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 801 customers, the dining experience Fork offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in Greece.

Terra is another pleasant place to eat in Patras. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out Skatzoheros and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 551 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Prego, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Patras is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 814 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Vermut, another well-known bar in Patras. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 639 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Bara. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 747 customers, Bara is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Patras.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Greece is all about!

On day 12 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you’ll explore the area around Patras, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights.

Around 3,583 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

This local attraction is an amazing park that has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,334 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Cave Lakes - Kastria Cave will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in Greece more memorable. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,563 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through Greece is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Greece by joining a traveler-approved tour in Patras. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Patras and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Patras that will make your self-drive tour in Greece more memorable.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Patras for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Greece by eating at one of the best restaurants in Patras.

With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 325 customers, the dining experience Rooster offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in Greece.

Katsarola tis Toylas is another pleasant place to eat in Patras. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 619 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Terra, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Patras is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Syndetiras, another well-known bar in Patras. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 524 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Greece is all about!

On day 13 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you’ll explore the area around Patras, where you’ll be staying for another 1 night.

Around 2,988 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

This local attraction is an amazing must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,144 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Patras Castle will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in Greece more memorable. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,624 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through Greece is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

Dasillio is a well-loved park by locals and tourists alike, and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,679 visitors.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Greece by joining a traveler-approved tour in Patras. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Patras and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Patras that will make your self-drive tour in Greece more memorable.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Patras for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Greece by eating at one of the best restaurants in Patras.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Bocas, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Patras is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 434 customers.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Greece is all about!

Day 14 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Greece gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Athens, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Temple of Apollo is waiting for you. This best-rated sightseeing destination has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,644 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Archaeological Museum of Ancient Corinth. This unique archaeological museum is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,388 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Acrocorinth. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,201 visitors, this acropolis is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding SPORTCAMP. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,161 people.

If you’re keen to continue your discovery, make your way to Corinth Canal East Entrance. This attraction is a valued top-tier point of interest in the area that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,356 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Corinth has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Greece. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Athens. In Athens, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Greece.

This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations.

This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Greece!

Day 15 of your relaxed road trip in Greece is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Athens.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. To end your relaxing road trip in Greece on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Syntagma Square is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Athens. This top sight is a popular square, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,701 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 15 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Athens or just grab something light to keep you going.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Athens and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 15-day relaxed road trip in Greece is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.