3-Day Greece Road Trip Starting in Athens

Photo of panoramic view of the popular seaside, south Athens.
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Summary

Duration
3 days & 2 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
2 nights included
Car rental
3 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 3-day road trip through Greece.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Greece. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Athens, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Greece. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Athens and Lavreotiki. We'll help you experience the best 3 days in Greece you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Athens, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Greece, including the stunning National Garden of Athens and Syntagma Square.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Greece. From the magnificent Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center to the breathtaking Stavros Niarchos Park and Palaio Faliro, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Temple of Poseidon at cape Sounion and learn more about the unique Archaeological Site of Sounion to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Athens and Lavreotiki, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Greece. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Greece.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Greece. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Greece.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Greece.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Greece has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Greece. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 2 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 2 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Greece extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Greece fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Greece today!

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Included

Hotel, 2 nights
Rental car, 3 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

AthensAthens / 2 nights
Palaio Faliro - city in GreecePalaio Faliro
Kallithea - city in GreeceKallithea

Map

Attractions

Photo of Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center in city of Athens, Greece.Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
Stavros Niarchos Park, 2nd District of Kallithea, Municipality of Kallithea, Regional Unit of South Athens, Attica, GreeceStavros Niarchos Park
Photo of the artificial lake with the wooden bridge at the National Garden of Athens, Greece.National Garden of Athens
Photo of ruins of an ancient Greek temple of Poseidon before sunset, Greece.Temple of Poseidon at cape Sounion
Archaeological Site of Sounion, Municipality of Lavreotiki, Regional Unit of East Attica, Attica, GreeceArchaeological Site of Sounion
photo of view of Palaio Faliro, Municipality of Palaio Faliro, Greece.Palaio Faliro
photo of view of Building of Greek parliament in Syntagma square, Athens, Greece.Syntagma Square

Flights
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Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travel details

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy
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Include flights?

Yes
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Travelers

Rooms

Flights

Car
Yes
No

Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Athens - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Athens - arrival day

  • Athens - Arrival day
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  • Syntagma Square
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Your road trip adventure in Greece begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Athens. You’ll stay in Athens for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Athens has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Syntagma Square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,701 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Athens, Karamanlidika. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,838 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Athens is Atitamos. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,348 customers.

Locals recommend Maiandros restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Athens. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,357 customers.

Athens also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Athens is Couleur Locale. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,817 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Athens is 360 Cocktail bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,580 customers.

Locals also enjoy Upupa Epops - The bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,915 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 3-day vacation in Greece!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Kallithea, Palaio Faliro, Lavreotiki, and Athens

Day 2

Day 2 – Kallithea, Palaio Faliro, Lavreotiki, and Athens

  • Palaio Faliro
  • Kallithea
  • Athens
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Drive 144 km, 2 hours 45 min

  • Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
  • Stavros Niarchos Park
  • Palaio Faliro
  • Archaeological Site of Sounion
  • Temple of Poseidon at cape Sounion
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On day 2 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience two destinations, Palaio Faliro and Lavreotiki. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Athens, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations in the town of Palaio Faliro is Palaio Faliro. This amazing attraction is a city and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,976 visitors.

This day is also your chance to visit Archaeological Site of Sounion in the city of Lavreotiki. Archaeological Site of Sounion is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,823 visitors.

Another of the most popular attractions you could visit in the city of Lavreotiki is Temple of Poseidon at cape Sounion. This stunning attraction is an ancient greek temple and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 14,224 visitors. Every year, around 222,800 travelers come to this site to make the best of their time in Lavreotiki.

You can also make your new day in Greece more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Greece’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Athens.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ama Lachei. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,018 customers.

Efcharis restaurant is one of the top restaurants in the city of Athens. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,655 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Athens is Nolan. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,404 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Athens, The Clumsies. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,694 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Athens, we recommend the cocktails at Kuko's The Bar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,785 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Athens is LOT 51. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,215 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Athens!

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Experiences

Day 3 – Athens - departure day

Day 3

Day 3 – Athens - departure day

  • Athens - Departure day
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  • National Garden of Athens
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Day 3 of your road trip in Greece is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Athens before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

National Garden of Athens is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Athens. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 35,829 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Athens and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Greece.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Athens at Tavern Klimataria (est.1927) before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,650 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Rosalia for your last chance at a meal in the city of Athens. The Rosalia restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,226 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Harvest Coffee & Wine. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,906 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Athens. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Greece!

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