Cheap 5-Day Greece Road Trip Vacation around Athens to Tolo

You'll pick up your rental car in Athens and begin your adventure in Greece.

Athens is a popular cheap holiday destination in Greece with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Athens and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing National Garden of Athens will make your cheap holiday in Greece truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 33,049 visitors.

One of the best-rated budget hotel options we recommend is Kaningos 21. This 4-star hotel is a favorite among travelers, as seen in its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 74 guests.

Budget-conscious travelers also enjoy staying at Aristo Boutique Suites. Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 361 former guests, this 3-star hotel is perfect for travelers looking for a temporary place to stay in Athens.

Athens City Hotel is another low-cost accommodation best for price-conscious travelers. This budget-friendly 2-star hotel in Athens has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars in over 573 reviews.

These top-rated accommodations in Athens are popular and get fully booked fast.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Athens. An excellent example is the popular Karamanlidika. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,838 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Greece is Atitamos.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Couleur Locale. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,817 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

360 Cocktail bar is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 7,580 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Athens we recommend is Upupa Epops - The bar, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,915 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Greece!

Today's agenda is to explore Athens and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Athens.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Monastiraki Square 6. This incredible attraction is a rescue excavation that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 12,421 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Ancient Agora of Athens. This spectacular archaeological site and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 28,637 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Philopappos Hill during a vacation in Athens. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Philopappos Hill has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 16,693 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Greece is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Acropolis of Athens. This popular place of interest in Athens is a valued acropolis that has a rating of 4.8 out of a 5-star rating from 108,369 visitors. Each year, approximately 1,807,580 come to this outstanding location to enhance their travel experience in Athens.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Athens when you include the fantastic Parthenon to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating ancient greek temple with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 65,860 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Greece more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Athens, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Athens for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Maiandros restaurant is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,357 customers.

Ama Lachei is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Athens. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,018 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Efcharis restaurant, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,655 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Athens, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Athens.

The Clumsies is a fantastic bar many locals in Athens recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,694 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Kuko's The Bar, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,785 customers.

Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Athens. Customers have rated the exciting Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,926 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Greece!

Day 3 of your road trip across Greece offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Athens and the enchanting Attica, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Athens and end the day in Attica, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 of your affordable vacation in Greece will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Athens is the magnificent Acropolis Museum. Each year, this popular place of interest welcomes over 814,565 travelers from across the world. Around 55,529 visitors have rated this excellent archaeological museum and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Odeon of Herodes Atticus on this leg of your self-drive tour in Greece. This attraction is a well-known odeon that has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from around 12,453 travelers.

The remarkable Temple of Olympian Zeus is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Greece. This attraction, an amazing ancient greek temple, is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 23,233 travelers.

Beyond the above-mentioned sites, you also have the opportunity to visit the fascinating National Archaeological Museum of Athens. This national museum and well-loved attraction in Athens is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,923 visitors. In a single year, approximately 594,219 visitors add this fascinating sightseeing spot to their travel itineraries.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Acropolis Museum. This popular site is a valued archaeological museum in Attica and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,529 visitors.

Another must-visit in Attica is the spectacular Odeon of Herodes Atticus. This outstanding odeon and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from more than 12,453 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Temple of Olympian Zeus to make your cheap holiday experience in Attica truly special. This ancient greek temple and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 23,233 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring more, check out the fantastic national museum, National Archaeological Museum of Athens. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 24,923 travelers, the magnificent National Archaeological Museum of Athens offers visitors an experience to remember. The captivating National Archaeological Museum of Athens gets around 594,219 yearly visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Greece. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Greece. Make your cheap holiday experience in Greece more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Tolo offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Greece. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

Hotel Perivoli is one of the best budget hotel options for price-conscious travelers in the city. In fact, this 4-star hotel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 165 reviews.

Another practical choice for travelers looking to enjoy a cheap vacation in Tolo is The Grove Seaside Hotel. This 4-star hotel offers reasonably-priced accommodations with many handy amenities, and is rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 453 former guests.

We also recommend staying at the charming 2-star Park Hotel Nafplio to take advantage of their cheap holiday deals. Rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 425 former guests, this hotel is perfect for anyone looking for a simple, cozy, and budget-friendly place to stay in Tolo.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Tolo offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Greece.

Taverna Akrogiali is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,117 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Tolo is Nelly Apartments, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 264 customers.

Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Tolo’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Greece with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Greece!

Day 4 of your self-drive vacation in Greece gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Athens for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Greece.

While you’re in Athens, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Ancient Theatre at the Asclepieion of Epidaurus. The fantastic Ancient Theatre at the Asclepieion of Epidaurus is a popular top-tier point of interest and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 17,323 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Mycenae, a well-known archaeological site in the area. Receiving around 342,854 visitors each year, it’s safe to say that this attraction strikes the interest of people all over the world. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 14,792 travelers.

Make Palaio Faliro your first stop. This popular city among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,293 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in South Athens is the outstanding Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 47,710 visitors, this remarkable cultural center and attraction deserves a spot on your Greece travel bucket list.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Stavros Niarchos Park. This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,266 travelers.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Greece. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Greece and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Athens. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Athens, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

A top-rated budget hotel suitable for cheap holiday goers is the fantastic Kaningos 21. This 4-star hotel in Athens offers low-cost accommodations that feature many useful amenities. Around 74 travelers who chose to stay at this hotel during their trip to the city rated their experience an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

The lovely Aristo Boutique Suites is another excellent choice for anyone who prefers a cozy and practical place to stay in the city. This 3-star hotel has been rated by 361 former guests an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

If you’re looking for a place that is simple and homey, Athens City Hotel is for you. This hotel allows guests access to many amenities that are perfect for everyday use. In addition, this 2-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 573 previous guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Tavern Klimataria (est.1927), one of the best restaurants in Athens. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,650 customers.

Rosalia is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Rosalia is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,226 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Kuzina, another well-loved restaurant in Athens. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,585 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Greece.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Athens, Brettos. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,481 bar goers.

Ippopotamos is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Athens, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,396 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Mayros Gatos, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,357 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Greece. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Greece!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Greece as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Athens.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Greece.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Athens is the remarkable Hadrian's Arch. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,420 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Athens, consider a top-rated restaurant like LIONDI Traditional Greek Restaurant. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,159 customers.

Arcadia Restaurant is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,812 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Athens and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Greece!