Affordable 5-Day Relaxed Greece Road Trip Vacation in Athens

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through Greece begins when you reach Athens, where you’ll stay for a total of 4 nights.

Athens is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. Around 16,693 visitors have rated this fascinating park and travel destination an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

This 4-star hotel is one of the most luxurious places to stay in the area and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 74 guests.

The best 3-star hotel we recommend in Athens is Aristo Boutique Suites. This hotel offers many conveniences and is the perfect base for your relaxed road trip activities. Aristo Boutique Suites has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 361 guests.

Budget travelers in Athens can stay cozy at the 2-star Athens City Hotel.

These excellent hotels ensure guests a safe and relaxing stay in Athens.

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.

Couleur Locale is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,817 customers, Couleur Locale is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

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 360 Cocktail bar, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 7,580 reviews.

Upupa Epops - The 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,915 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!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you’ll explore the area around Athens, where you’ll be staying for another 3 nights.

Around 13,962 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

This local attraction is an amazing odeon that has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 12,453 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Acropolis of Athens will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in Greece more memorable. This remarkable acropolis and travel destination inspires over 1,807,580 curious travelers each year. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 108,369 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through Greece is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

Parthenon 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 65,860 visitors.

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

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Athens 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 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.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out Efcharis restaurant and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,655 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At The Clumsies, 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 5,694 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Kuko's The Bar, another well-known bar in Athens. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,785 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,926 customers, Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Athens.

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

On day 3 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you’ll explore the area around Athens, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights.

This top sight attracts more than 814,565 people each year. Around 55,529 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

This local attraction is an amazing best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,420 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding National Garden of Athens will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in Greece more memorable. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 33,049 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 24,923 visitors. Each year, around 594,219 people travel to Athens to experience this unforgettable attraction.

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

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Athens 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 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 3,650 customers, the dining experience Tavern Klimataria (est.1927) offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in Greece.

Rosalia 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 3,226 customers.

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

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Mayros Gatos. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,357 customers, Mayros Gatos is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Athens.

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

Today is also another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in Greece.

From your accommodation, or your home for another 1 night, you’ll leisurely drive to your first stop of the day, the remarkable Temple of Poseidon at cape Sounion. Over 222,800 come to East Attica every year to see this popular ancient greek temple. The famous Temple of Poseidon at cape Sounion has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 12,188 visitors.

There’s still a lot of things to see and experience in Greece.

Your relaxed road trip across Greece continues as you discover more popular sites and explore to your heart’s content.

Another way to make your easygoing and relaxed road trip in Greece more special is by joining unique tours and activities in Greece. Athens offers a wide selection of experiences for every traveler.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you can drive back to your accommodation in the city of Athens to rest and refresh yourself after your long adventure.

After relaxing at your hotel, you might want to grab a bite at one of the best restaurants in the city, like the LIONDI Traditional Greek Restaurant. This restaurant is a favorite among locals and is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,159 customers.

We also recommend that you try the different dishes served at Arcadia Restaurant. This restaurant has many positive reviews which earned it an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,812 food lovers worldwide.

After your meal, it’s time to loosen up and experience the nightlife in Athens. Unwind at the amazing Tiki Bar Athens and get a few glasses of their bestselling liquor. Tiki Bar Athens is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,829 customers.

Hop on to another top-rated bar in the city and have an amazing night. Visit the Zampano bar and try its wide selection of beverages and liquor. This bar is a favorite among locals and has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,675 customers.

Make the most of your Athens nightlife experience and get a few shots of your favorite drink at the Buena Vista Social Bar. This bar is highly recommended, having an outstanding 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,552 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in Greece with this fun but relaxed road trip escapade!

Day 5 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.

Roman Agora 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 11,758 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 5 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.

Check out the menu at Zampano. Dining at Zampano is one of the best food experiences you can have in Athens. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,675 customers.

Another top recommendation in Athens is Buena Vista Social Bar. If you go to Buena Vista Social Bar, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,552 customers.

Alternatively, you could also go to a place like Barley Cargo. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,676 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Athens and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 5-day relaxed road trip in Greece is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.