Greece itinerary: Athens to Mykonos, 9 places to see
This 10-day Greece itinerary covers 521.8 km across Athens and the Greek Islands, featuring ancient sites like the Acropolis, Delphi, and Cape Sounion's Temple of Poseidon, combined with island stops including Mykonos. The route connects mainland archaeological treasures with Aegean beach destinations.
- Mode
- Places
- Start
- Church of Panagia Kapnikarea and Anafiotika
- End
- Santorini Beaches
- Stops
- 9
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- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Church of Panagia Kapnikarea and Anafiotika — Byzantine-era church in central Athens surrounded by a charming neighborhood of whitewashed houses recreating a Cycladic island village atmosphere.
- Acropolis Museum — Modern architectural museum designed by Bernard Tschumi housing ancient Greek artifacts, statues, and exhibits from the iconic Acropolis citadel above the city.
- Ancient Agora — Archaeological site of ancient Athens' public marketplace, featuring the Temple of Hephaestus and ruins where philosophers like Socrates and Plato once gathered.
- National Archaeological Museum — Greece's largest museum housing an extensive collection of ancient artifacts and sculptures showcasing Greek history, culture, and archaeological treasures spanning millennia.
- Delphi Archaeological Museum — World-class museum housing treasures from the ancient sanctuary of Apollo, including the famous Charioteer bronze statue and intricate temple sculptures.
- Cape Sounion — Coastal cape with the ancient Temple of Poseidon perched on dramatic cliffs overlooking the Aegean Sea; famous for breathtaking sunsets and panoramic ocean views.
- Mykonos Town
- Panagia Paraportiani — Iconic Byzantine church in Mykonos Town composed of five smaller connected churches; unique architectural marvel and famous landmark with whitewashed exterior.
- Santorini Beaches — Volcanic island beaches featuring distinctive red and black sand, dramatic cliff backdrops, and crystal-clear Mediterranean waters for swimming and sunset views.
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- Board a ferry or take a short flight from Athens to reach Mykonos island across the Aegean Sea.
- Transport
- Board a ferry or take a short flight from Mykonos to reach Santorini island across the Aegean Sea.
- Food
- Try local delicacies in Plaka: souvlaki, baklava, and loukoumades (deep-fried dough dessert with honey and cinnamon).
- Food
- Sample traditional Greek dinner dishes at local tavernas: moussaka, pastitsio, and tzatziki with local wine or ouzo.
- Tip
- Visit Delphi Archaeological Museum to see the famous Charioteer of Delphi bronze statue and the omphalos artifact.
- Timing
- Watch the sunset at Cape Sounion's Temple of Poseidon when the temple is bathed in golden light for best photography.
- Tip
- Explore Mykonos Town's windmills and Little Venice neighborhood with colorful houses built on the water's edge.
- Tip
- Visit Akrotiri ancient Minoan settlement with excavated streets, homes, workshops, and intricate frescoes from 1600 BC.
- Food
- Book a wine-tasting session at Santo Wines winery sampling Assyrtiko, Athiri, and Vinsanto dessert wine with local cheeses.
- Tip
- Take a boat tour to Nea Kameni volcano island with crater hiking, then visit Palea Kameni's hot springs for therapeutic swimming.
- Food
- Try Mykonos local specialties: kopanisti (spicy cheese spread) and Souza (cured pork dish unique to the island).
- Tip
- Hike to the crater of Nea Kameni volcano along a well-marked trail with a guide explaining geological history.
Video on this route
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