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3 days · Athens itinerary

Athens in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days based in Athens lets you add ancient Delphi and a Greek island cruise to the city. Here is how to spend three perfect days in Athens — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Acropolis & city
  2. 2Day 2: Delphi day trip
  3. 3Day 3: Saronic islands cruise
  4. 4Sunset food walk

Day 1: the ancient city

Tour the Acropolis and museum, explore the Plaka and enjoy a Greek food walk.

Day 2: Delphi

Take a day trip to the ancient oracle of Delphi, with the Temple of Apollo and the mountain village of Arachova.

Day 3: the Saronic islands

Cruise to Hydra, Poros and Aegina for a taste of Greek island life, with swimming and lunch on board.

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
Athens
Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Group tour in German
5.0(62)·3 hours
from$148/ person
via Viator
Delphi & Meteora Two (2) days Tour
Athens
Delphi & Meteora Two (2) days Tour
5.0(36)·2 days
from$1,570/ person
via Viator
Private Luxury Cruise in Athens
Athens
Private Luxury Cruise in Athens
5.0(87)·2 hours
from$2,292/ person
via Viator
The Greek Food Experience (Max 8 persons)
Athens
The Greek Food Experience (Max 8 persons)
5.0(223)·4 hours
from$124/ person
via Viator
Acropolis of Athens: In-depth Historical Tour with a Historian
Athens
Acropolis of Athens: In-depth Historical Tour with a Historian
5.0(106)·3h 30min
from$34/ person
via Viator
2 Day Private Tour Of Delphi, Thermopylae & Meteora From Athens
Athens
2 Day Private Tour Of Delphi, Thermopylae & Meteora From Athens
5.0(34)·2 days
from$733/ person
via Viator
Corinth Canal Cruise, Ancient Corinth & Acrocorinth Private tour
Athens
Corinth Canal Cruise, Ancient Corinth & Acrocorinth Private tour
5.0(52)·7 hours
from$183/ person
via Viator
Culinary Backstreets of Plaka - Athens Food Tour
Athens
Culinary Backstreets of Plaka - Athens Food Tour
5.0(238)·5h 30min
from$140/ person
via Viator

Athens in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough to see Athens?
Three days is ideal — the ancient city on day one, a Delphi day trip on day two and a Saronic islands cruise on day three, without rushing.
What is the best day trip from Athens for 3 days?
Delphi is the classic choice; the Saronic islands cruise and Cape Sounion are also superb, and Meteora if you can spare a longer day.
How do I plan a 3-day Athens itinerary?
Spend day one in the historic centre, day two on a Delphi (or Cape Sounion) day trip, and day three on an island cruise, booking skip-the-line Acropolis tickets ahead.

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