π¬π§ How to Explore Athens in 1 Day
A relaxed one-day itinerary perfect for spontaneous travelers β if you only have one day in Athens, this is for you! πββοΈ πΊοΈ Route: Syntagma Square β Psirri District β Acropolis β Acropolis Museum β Panathenaic Stadium β Odeon of Herodes Atticus π 1οΈβ£ Syntagma Square π« Free entry Arrive by 10:00 AM to watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony β οΈ (Happens every hour on the hour β adjust your timing as needed). π 2οΈβ£ Psirri District A trendy and artistic neighborhood π¨ filled with vintage shops, cafΓ©s, and graffiti walls. The famous Snow White-themed restaurant is also here! βοΈ Minu Coffee π Sarri 50, Athina | β¬10-15 per person π Little Kook (Snow White-themed restaurant) π Karaiskaki 17, Athina | Great for photos! πΈ π 3οΈβ£ Acropolis β A must-visitβοΈ π« Book tickets a day in advance (e.g., on Fliggy) β plenty available! Note: Some stone steps are slippery β wear comfortable shoes! The view from the top overlooking the city is worth it ποΈ. π 4οΈβ£ Acropolis Museum π« Same-day tickets available (e.g., on Ctrip) β instant confirmation! Home to the original sculptures of the Parthenon ποΈ. Donβt miss the rooftop for a stunning view of the Acropolis! π 5οΈβ£ Panathenaic Stadium π« Tickets available on-site β Adults β¬10, Students β¬5 Host of the first modern Olympic GamesβΌοΈ Once inside, check out the small museum (located on the left side of the stadium). π 6οΈβ£ Odeon of Herodes Atticus π« Tickets range from β¬30 to β¬70 β book online For a detailed booking guide, check out my previous post! π½οΈ Food Recommendations: β¨ Tzitzikas & Mermigas (Traditional Greek food) π Mitropoleos 12, Athina 105 63 Must-tries: Seafood risotto and grilled squid π¦ β absolutely delicious! You can just show the waiter the photos of the dishes (bottom left and the middle one) π β¨ Tamara Fresh Juice (Greek yogurt & ice cream) π Athinas 39, Athina 105 54 Their fresh juices πΉ are highly recommended, and the yogurt is to die for! π ποΈ Local Perfume & Skincare β Donβt miss these! π β¨ Korres (Stores are everywhere β also available at the airport) Their perfumes are amazing β several of my friends fell in love with the scents! π± Affordable prices + tax refund (around β¬40). Their lip balms arenβt greasy, and the packaging is cute. Even their face wash has a yogurt scent β definitely worth a visit! #Greece #Athens #AthensInADay #AthensTravel #GreekTravel #GreeceGuide #AthensFood #AthensShopping #EuropeTravel #AthensPhotos
