7-day itinerary
Family Fun Across Athens & Nafplio
Greece
A kid-approved Greek adventure featuring outdoor coastal beauty, interactive family attractions, castles, and a scenic wildlife park finale.
Day 1: Athens Arrival and Plaka Stroll
Overnight in Athens · Driving 35 km, 45 min
Arrive in Athens
Arrival 14:00 · 1 hour
Arrive in Athens and collect your bags.
National Garden Athens
Parks & Nature 15:30 · 1.5 hours
Spot ducks and turtles at National Garden Athens.
Plaka Stroll
Neighbourhood Walk 17:30 · 1.5 hours
Browse souvenir shops along cobblestone alleys on Plaka Stroll.
Day 2: Acropolis and Family Science
Overnight in Athens · Driving 18 km, 40 min
Acropolis of Athens
Landmark 09:00 · 2 hours
View the Parthenon's marble columns at Acropolis of Athens.
Eugenides Foundation Planetarium
Planetarium & Science 11:45 · 2 hours
Watch cosmic projections under the dome at Eugenides Foundation Planetarium.
Flisvos Marina Playground
Playground & Promenade 15:00 · 1.5 hours
Watch yachts while playing at Flisvos Marina Playground.
Day 3: Lake Vouliagmeni and Coastal Fun
Overnight in Athens · Driving 52 km, 1 hr 15 min
Lake Vouliagmeni
Thermal Lake & Nature 10:00 · 2.5 hours
Dip your toes in mineral-rich waters at Lake Vouliagmeni.
Vouliagmeni Beach
Beach & Recreation 13:30 · 2 hours
Build sandcastles and collect seashells at Vouliagmeni Beach.
Faliro Seaside Park
Park & Outdoor Fun 16:30 · 1.5 hours
Walk seaside paths and play lawn games at Faliro Seaside Park.
Day 4: Canal and Water Park Fun
Overnight in Nafplio · Driving 140 km, 1 hr 45 min
Corinth Canal Viewpoint
Scenic Viewpoint 10:00 · 1 hour
Look into the gorge carved for ships at Corinth Canal Viewpoint.
Splash Waterpark Isthmos
Water Park 11:30 · 2.5 hours
Use the pools and slides at Splash Waterpark Isthmos.
Nafplio Old Town Stroll
Town Walk 16:00 · 2 hours
Explore marble squares and Venetian balconies on Nafplio Old Town Stroll.
Day 5: Fortress Views and Beach Time
Overnight in Nafplio · Driving 16 km, 30 min
Palamidi Fortress
Castle & Fortress 09:30 · 2 hours
Drive up to Palamidi Fortress and explore stone tunnels.
Karathona Beach
Beach & Recreation 12:30 · 2 hours
Wade in shallow waters at Karathona Beach.
Arvanitia Coastal Walk
Coastal Walk 15:30 · 1.5 hours
Follow the paved path beside sea cliffs on Arvanitia Coastal Walk.
Day 6: Tolo Boats and Return North
Overnight in Athens · Driving 165 km, 2 hr 15 min
Tolo Beach
Beach & Recreation 10:00 · 1.5 hours
Splash in the sandy shallows at Tolo Beach.
Tolo Boat Cruise to Romvi
Boat Trip 12:00 · 1.5 hours
Take the Tolo Boat Cruise to Romvi toward the uninhabited islet.
Stavros Niarchos Park
Park & Outdoor Fun 16:30 · 1.5 hours
Climb the sloping green roof at Stavros Niarchos Park.
Day 7: Wildlife Park and Athens Departure
Overnight in Athens · Driving 40 km, 45 min
Attica Zoological Park
Zoo & Wildlife 10:00 · 3 hours
Watch lemurs and big cats at Attica Zoological Park.
Smart Park Spata
Play Area & Outdoor Fun 13:30 · 1.5 hours
Enjoy carousel rides and a farewell treat at Smart Park Spata.
Depart from Athens
Departure 16:30 · 2 hours
Depart from Athens after checking in at Athens International Airport.
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