Hi, I am solo traveling this May 22–26. How do I maximize 5 days in Greece? My point of entry and exit is Athens. Should I stay in Athens or make a side trip to a nearby place or island? Any hacks, tips, suggestions, or recommendations? Thank you in advance.
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That is a short trip so I would recommend that you stick to Athens and take no more than one day trip. Depending on what you like, you could go to Delphi, Cape Sounion, or the charming island of Hydra.
Edited to add: if you want something a little more low-key, head to Nafplio for three days and spend the last few nights in Athens. It’s a lovely seaside town only two hours from Athens, and you can easily take a bus if you do not want to drive. From Nafplio, you can take a day trip to Mycenae and Epidavros.
Thanks for the suggestions. Yeah, it's a short trip an usually travel to 1 major city to fully enjoy and appreciate the place.