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7-day itinerary

Family Fun Across Athens & Nafplio

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A kid-approved Greek adventure featuring outdoor coastal beauty, interactive family attractions, castles, and a scenic wildlife park finale.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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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