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2 days · Athens itinerary

Athens in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Athens lets you pair the ancient city with a sunset at Cape Sounion. This 2-day Athens itinerary covers the Acropolis and old town on day one and the Temple of Poseidon on day two — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Acropolis & museum
  2. 2Plaka & food walk
  3. 3Day 2: Cape Sounion
  4. 4Sunset at Poseidon’s temple

Day 1: the ancient city

Tour the Acropolis and Parthenon, the Acropolis Museum, and explore the Plaka and Monastiraki with a Greek food walk.

Day 2: Cape Sounion

Drive the Athens Riviera to Cape Sounion for the Temple of Poseidon, timed for the famous sunset.

Optional: ancient Agora

With extra time, add the Ancient Agora and the Temple of Hephaestus on a combo ticket.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Athens — prices per person.

Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Group tour in German
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Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Group tour in German
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from$148/ person
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The Greek Food Experience (Max 8 persons)
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The Greek Food Experience (Max 8 persons)
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from$124/ person
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Athens Highlights & Temple of Poseidon -Cape Sounio Full Day Private Tour
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Athens Highlights & Temple of Poseidon -Cape Sounio Full Day Private Tour
5.0(39)·8–9 hours
from$628/ person
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Acropolis of Athens: In-depth Historical Tour with a Historian
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Acropolis of Athens: In-depth Historical Tour with a Historian
5.0(107)·3h 30min
from$34/ person
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Culinary Backstreets of Plaka - Athens Food Tour
Athens
Culinary Backstreets of Plaka - Athens Food Tour
5.0(239)·5h 30min
from$140/ person
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Private Cruise to Poseidon Temple at Sounio Cape with Snorkeling
Athens
Private Cruise to Poseidon Temple at Sounio Cape with Snorkeling
5.0(33)·7 hours
from$854/ person
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VIP 90" Private Sidecar Tour of Athens Acropolis & Lycabetus
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VIP 90" Private Sidecar Tour of Athens Acropolis & Lycabetus
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from$234/ person
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Explore the hidden food gems of Athens
Athens
Explore the hidden food gems of Athens
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Athens in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Athens?
Two days covers the Acropolis, the museum and the old town, plus a sunset trip to Cape Sounion — a great pace for first-time visitors.
What should I not miss in 2 days in Athens?
The Acropolis and Parthenon, the Acropolis Museum, the Plaka, a Greek food walk and the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion.
Is Cape Sounion worth it on a 2-day trip?
Yes — the sunset at the clifftop Temple of Poseidon is a magical, easy half-day trip from Athens.

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