5 Days in Athens with Kids
Spend five family-friendly days in Athens with a calm mix of ancient sites, hands-on museums, big park breaks, and an easy coast day. The route keeps the Acropolis early, uses Plaka and Syntagma as simple anchors, and avoids stacking too many ruins into one afternoon. Designed for first-time families, this itinerary balances must-see history with playgrounds, gelato stops, short taxi hops, and flexible meals in neighborhoods where children are welcome. It is especially useful if you want Athens to feel exciting rather than exhausting.
Budget Breakdown
Family of four, excluding flights
Per person · excludes flight · 5 days · varies by season
Where to Stay
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Daily Costs
Per person · per day
Budget
Comfort
Splurge
Accommodation
€120–€170
Simple Plaka/Koukaki apartment
€220–€320
Family room near Syntagma
€450+
Luxury hotel with Acropolis view
Food
€75–€100
Bakeries, souvlaki, casual tavernas
€130–€180
Tavernas plus cafe stops
€260+
Rooftop dining and premium seafood
Activities/local transport
€45–€70
Combo tickets, metro, limited taxis
€90–€140
Museum entries and taxis
€220+
Private mythology guide and transfers
One-Time Costs
Not included in per-day figures above
Acropolis timed tickets
€20–€30 adult seasonal pricing
Book early morning slots in warm months.
Airport transfers
€40–€55 each way by taxi
Metro is cheaper but taxis are easier with tired children.
Flight Estimates
Return flights · economy · varies by booking time
London
$140–$360
GBP 110–285
New York
$650–$1,100
USD 650–1,100