Athens

When to go

Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to October) are the most comfortable times to visit the city, when it isn't too hot and you can walk around the open-air sites.

Best months: April, May, September, October

Approximate temperatures in these months: 11° to 29° (long-term averages, not a forecast)

Getting there

From Israel, you reach Athens by air, and depending on the airline and the date, flights may be direct or with a connection. As with any international destination, it's a good idea to check the entry requirements, passport validity, and current entry conditions in advance, before booking.

Flight times and direct flights are only shown from the saved prices below. Check entry requirements (passport, visa) with an official source before you book.

Who it suits

Couples · Families with children · Friends · Solo travelers

City and Culture · Food and Wine · Shopping · Holidays and Events

How long: 3-5 days

What to do

• The Acropolis
• The Parthenon
• The Acropolis Museum
• The Plaka neighborhood
• The Ancient Agora
• Syntagma Square
• Lycabettus Hill
• Monastiraki Market

Good to add

• Combined entry ticket to the ancient sites
• Car rental for a trip to Sounion
• Guided culinary tour
• Airport-to-hotel transfer

A long weekend in the Old City

1. Morning at the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum
2. A walk in Plaka and lunch at a taverna
3. A visit to the ancient Agora
4. Wandering through the Monastiraki market
5. Sunset on Lycabettus Hill and dinner

Athens and its surroundings

1. Morning at the Acropolis before the heat rises
2. Afternoon in Plaka and Anafiotika
3. The next day, a trip toward the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion
4. Sunset by the sea and back to the city
5. Evening in the Monastiraki neighborhood