Athens Full Day

Acropolis - Begin your Athens adventure with a visit to the Acropolis hill, a highlight of your day. Here, you can explore the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of Athena Nike, the grand entrance (Propylaea), the Erechtheum, and the renowned Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena.

Propylaea - The Propylaea serves as the grand entrance to the sacred area dedicated to Athena, the city’s patron goddess. Designed by architect Mnesicles using Pentelic marble, its design was innovative. To the southwest of the Propylaea, on a bastion guarding the main entrance to the Acropolis, stands the Ionian temple of Apteros Nike.

Parthenon - The Parthenon is the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena, symbolizing Athenian democracy and Western civilization.

Erechtheion - This temple is dedicated to Poseidon and Athena, marking the most sacred site in ancient Athens.

Temple of Athena Nike - A temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike, symbolizing Wingless Victory.

Temple of Olympian Zeus - After visiting the Acropolis, proceed to the Temple of Zeus, the largest temple of antiquity, dedicated to the King of the Gods, accessed via Hadrian’s Arch.

Panathenaic Stadium - Visit the Panathenaic Stadium, the venue for the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.

Mount Lycabettus - Continue to the historical center of the city and ascend Lycabettus Hill, the highest point in Athens, offering a stunning panoramic view from the Acropolis to the Aegean Sea.

Ancient Agora of Athens - Explore the Ancient Greek Agora, known as the birthplace of democracy, philosophy, and free speech.

Temple of Hephaestus - Within the Ancient Greek Agora, visit the Temple of Hephaestus, the best-preserved temple in Greece, dedicated to the God of blacksmiths and volcanoes.

Museum of the Ancient Agora - The Ancient Greek Agora, considered the birthplace of democracy, philosophy, and free speech, features a small museum showcasing artifacts from daily life and insights into their constitution.

Plateia Syntagmatos - Drive alongside the National Garden to witness the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, now the Parliament House, above Athens’ central square.

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Drive alongside the National Garden to witness the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, now the Parliament House, above Athens’ central square.

The Academy of Athens - The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is Greece’s largest state institution of higher learning and one of Europe’s largest universities. The magnificent Athens University, designed by Danish architect Christian Hansen, was completed in 1864.

The Academy of Athens - The Academy Building is part of an “architectural trilogy” and was established with the Constitutional Decree of March 18th, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities, and Fine Arts.

National Library of Greece - The National Library of Greece, built at the end of the 19th century, is the final piece of the Architectural Trilogy of Athens, which includes the Academy and the University. The building was designed by Theophil Hansen.

Plaka - Feeling hungry? The next stop is a traditional Greek tavern offering authentic Greek dishes in the charming neighborhood with narrow streets, known as the neighborhood of the Gods.

Acropolis Museum - Upon entering the museum grounds, look through the plexiglass floor to view the ruins of an ancient Athenian neighborhood, skillfully integrated into the museum’s design after being uncovered during excavations. This stunning modernist museum at the foot of the Acropolis’ southern slope showcases its surviving treasures still in Greek possession. While the collection spans the Archaic and Roman periods, it emphasizes the Acropolis of the 5th century BCE, regarded as the pinnacle of Greece’s artistic achievement. Built in 2009, this museum was voted the best mono-thematic museum for 2019.

Trikala - Kalambaka

Trikala - The capital of the Prefecture is a picturesque city built on the site of ancient Trikki. According to mythology, the nymph Trikki was the daughter of Pinios. The Lithaios River flows through the city, which is distinguished by historical monuments, excellent urban planning, spacious squares, parks, and pedestrian streets.

Kalambaka - Kalambaka is a charming small city dominated by the Meteora. On the rocks that appear suspended in the air (which is the meaning of Meteora), there is one of the largest and most significant complexes of Eastern Orthodox Monasteries, still in use. Meteora combines natural beauty and cultural heritage, making it a unique destination among the world’s monuments.

Larisa- Volos

Volos - Volos is one of Greece’s largest and most attractive cities, as well as one of the country’s major ports. The modern city, built near the site of ancient Iolcos, dominates the Magnesia region from its position at the foot of Mount Pelion, overlooking the Pagasetic Gulf. This is one of the most beautiful areas in Thessaly, in central Greece, combining the allure of the sea with the mystical charm of the Centaurs’ mountain. The area’s mythical background captivates visitors’ imaginations.

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Leonidas Monument - On the return journey to Athens, you will have the opportunity to see the statue of Leonidas standing opposite Kolonos Hill, where the valiant Spartans made their last stand.

Battlefield of Thermopylae - Visit the site where, ten years after the Battle of Marathon, King Leonidas and the 300 Spartans heroically confronted the Persian army.

Historical Information Center Thermopylon - At the historical center of the site, enjoy a 3D movie that transports you through time, allowing you to feel the presence of those who sacrificed their lives for freedom against a foreign conqueror.

Athens - Return to Athens.

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