An Imperfect Itinerary • Indie Traveller

Athens may have thousands of years of history to dig into, but you don’t need to feel overwhelmed when you’re exploring it. The main sights are in a compact area and it’s possible to see the best of Athens in about 2 days.

Even though I spent six days in the Greek capital, I’m still writing this as a 2-day itinerary. Why? Because I believe it’s the ideal minimum time to see Athens — at least, if you use your time wisely.

Even if you’re chomping at the bit to get to the Greek islands, I think it’s still worth staying in Athens for at least two full days, especially if you’re into Greek’s ancient history.

A few things to know about Athens:

1. Athens is highly worth visiting, but first impressions aren’t everything! If you’re not charmed right away, it might grow on you soon. Read more about what to expect from Athens. It’s a mostly modern city with a small historical core.
2. Most tourists will probably want to stay in the lovely areas of Plaka, Monastiraki or…