Greece

Day trips from Athens

Places you can visit in a day from Athens and be back by evening. Distances are in a straight line from the city centre.

Best day trips

1

Temple of Poseidon
44 km from Athens
Temple of Poseidon on Cape Sounion offers sea views and well‑preserved ruins, ideal for a sunset stop
2

Delphi Archaeological Site
120 km from Athens
Delphi’s ancient theater and oracle ruins sit high on the slopes, giving insight into classical prophecy
3

Ancient Corinth and the Temple of Apollo
75 km from Athens
Ancient Corinth combines the Temple of Apollo’s columns with a small museum, showing early Greek urban life
4

Mycenae Archaeological Site
90 km from Athens
Mycenae’s Lion Gate and royal tombs reveal Bronze Age power, a quick walk through mythic ruins