Day trips from Athens
Day trips from Athens open up the towns and sights around it. The most comfortable months are March to May and October, with highs around 72°F (22°C).
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Top day trips in Athens
Best of Athens Half Day Private TourFrom $48View 
Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip at 9:00 AM , Caves & LunchFrom $100View 
Athens Full Day Private TourFrom $177View
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Places to go from Athens
Towns and sights within day-trip range, with the straight-line distance from the centre:
- Piraeus
- Athens' port, for ferries to the islands and harbourside fish tavernas. About 5 miles away.
- Aegina
- An island 40 minutes by ferry, known for pistachios and a Doric temple. About 22 miles away.
- Corinth
- The Corinth Canal and the ruins of ancient Corinth. About 43 miles away.
- Delphi
- The ancient sanctuary of the oracle, on a mountainside 2.5 hours away. About 75 miles away.
How to pick a good day trip
- Work out the real travel time each way. A two-hour drive each direction leaves about four hours on the ground.
- Trains are often cheaper than a tour if you only want one town; tours earn their price when they combine several stops.
- Leave early. Popular towns are quietest before the tour coaches arrive mid-morning.
- Check what's closed on Mondays. Museums and churches in many towns take that day off.
Athens month by month
Averages for downtown Athens, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 56 (13) | 58 (14) | 63 (17) | 70 (21) | 80 (27) | 89 (32) | 94 (34) | 94 (34) | 85 (30) | 76 (24) | 66 (19) | 58 (14) |
| Low °F (°C) | 45 (7) | 45 (7) | 49 (9) | 54 (12) | 63 (17) | 71 (22) | 76 (24) | 76 (24) | 69 (20) | 61 (16) | 54 (12) | 48 (9) |
| Rain, in | 2.2 | 1.7 | 1.8 | 1.1 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 1.0 | 1.5 | 2.8 | 3.0 |
| Sunset (15th) | 5:29 pm | 6:03 pm | 6:32 pm | 8:00 pm | 8:28 pm | 8:49 pm | 8:48 pm | 8:19 pm | 7:34 pm | 6:48 pm | 5:14 pm | 5:07 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for day trips in Athens?
March to May and October. Expect highs around 72°F (22°C). The least comfortable months are July and August.
What's the closest day trip from Athens?
Piraeus, about 5 miles away: athens' port, for ferries to the islands and harbourside fish tavernas. Aegina, about 22 miles away: an island 40 minutes by ferry, known for pistachios and a Doric temple. Corinth, about 43 miles away: the Corinth Canal and the ruins of ancient Corinth.
Where can I book day trips in Athens?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
