Meteora, Delphi, Sailing, Islands & Cape Sounion
With over 3,000 years of history and culture beckoning, it’s no surprise there’s a lot to see and do in Athens. But Greece’s capital is also a convenient jump-off point to explore deeper into the underrated countryside.
An eclectic mix of locations like 16th century clifftop monasteries at Meteora, paradisiac Greek islands along the Saronic Gulf (including Aegina), and the ancient home of the oracle at Delphi, can be explored as day trips from Athens.
A typical Athens vacation itinerary will include a visit to the Acropolis, feasting on fresh Greek cuisine, and calling in to a museum or two. While these are indisputable must-dos for a first-timer’s visit to Athens, I also recommend taking a day trip or two outside the city.
These 5 day trips from Athens unveil remarkable sites from both ancient and modern Greece, that will take your Athenian vacation to the next level.
1. Meteora: 16th century clifftop monasteries
Meteora, meaning “suspended in air”, is home to…
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