Are you searching for the best destinations where you can enjoy moments of relaxation? Are you looking for nearby autumn destinations from Athens? Take a look at our suggestions and find the best options for a 2-day trip from Athens.
Chalkida is on the list of top destinations for short getaways from Athens. The area is easily accessible by car from the city center, in approx. an hour you will be there, and offers plenty of options for dining and entertainment.
Whether you've planned a family trip or a short getaway with your friends, Chalkida will reward you, especially at this time of year when the scenery is idyllic. Enjoy your walk by the sea, admire the breathtaking autumn colors and forget about the daily grind for a while.
An old time classic choice for fall getaways. We would definitely recommend autumn as the best season to visit Karpenisi, just before the first snowflakes. Plan your next road trip, pick up your car rental from Athens, and get ready to experience nature at its best.
If you want to see more of nature's colors and explore the landscape, you can go hiking or visit nearby villages with your rental car. Whatever you choose to do, you are sure to be enchanted by the picturesque landscape and the vivid autumnal colors.
If you want to combine your excursion with some historical knowledge you should probably head to Kalavryta. One of the closest destinations from Athens for a weekend that has a lot to see and do. Make a stop at the historic Monastery of Agia Lavra, visit the Municipal Museum of the Kalavritan Holocaust and make your way to the Froxilia Monument to learn about the history of the place. If you are on a family holiday and you are traveling with young children, don't miss a ride on the famous Odontotos rack railway for a unique experience.
One of the most famous nearby destinations from Athens by car. The picturesque Vytina is one of the most famous villages in Mountainous Arcadia. The village looks like something out of a fairy tale with its stone-built houses, tall fir trees and the mountains that circle the settlement.
Find the type of vehicle that will accompany you on your travels, make a car rental from Athens airport, and set off for one of the most cosmopolitan destinations in the Peloponnese.
Mountainous Corinthia has been much advertised in recent years, with Trikala being on the top picks of Greek travelers and one of the most popular destinations near Athens.
However, for you who want to see something different, we can recommend a trip to Archaia (Ancient) Feneos, a beautiful village just two hours outside of Athens.
If you find yourself in the area, don't forget to plan your visit to the Archaeological Museum of Ancient Feneos and the monastery of Agios Georgios. Keep in mind that Lake Doxa is also very close to the village.
Fresh air, hiking trails and green slopes ideal for picnics. Elikonas, which is not as famous as Parnassos, has nothing to envy from the glamor of a mythical mountain.
In fact, it is said that in ancient times, games were held on Mount Elikonas in honor of the Muses. For this reason, many people refer to Elikonas as 'the Mountain of the Muses'.
In the Peloponnese there is a small village that seems frozen in time. The mountainous village of Zarouhla might be one of the least known autumn destinations in Greece. However, in this hidden village you will experience unique moments of tranquility and isolation in a green haven away from the noise of the city.
Autumn in Greece is magical. Grab the opportunity to explore all nearby destinations from Athens, complete your booking from the Let's Drive website, and set off to see the colors of nature.
