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  • Writer's pictureAcacia Gabriel

Temple of Poseidon Day Trip

Updated: Apr 16, 2022


Temple of Poseidon, day trip, Athens, greece, greece travel guide

The Temple of Poseidon is one of the most magical sites in Greece. It is a wonderful way to spend the day while in Athens, and the journey is just as fun as the destination.


There are guided tours to Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon, but I highly recommend renting a car so you can stop wherever and whenever you would like. Either way, you should aim to arrive at the Temple around sunset. This way you can enjoy golden hour and watch the sun set over the ocean. Be sure to factor in time for fun stops and snack breaks.


Here is my day trip to the Temple of Poseidon in photos.


Stop 1:

Temple of Poseidon, day trip, Athens, greece, greece travel guide

Temple of Poseidon, day trip, Athens, greece, greece travel guide

Temple of Poseidon, day trip, Athens, greece, greece travel guide

Temple of Poseidon, day trip, Athens, greece, greece travel guide

Planning a trip to Greece? Check out our Athens Travel Guide.


Stop 2:

We saw this tiny temple from the road and decided to pull over and drive right up to it. The entire village was adorable and full of white-washed houses by the ocean.

Temple of Poseidon, day trip, Athens, greece, greece travel guide

Temple of Poseidon, day trip, Athens, greece, greece travel guide

Temple of Poseidon, day trip, Athens, greece, greece travel guide

Stop 3:

The Temple of Poseidon! We got there an hour before the sunset so we could walk around, take photos, and find the best vantage point.


Temple of Poseidon, day trip, Athens, greece, greece travel guide

Temple of Poseidon, day trip, Athens, greece, greece travel guide

Temple of Poseidon, day trip, Athens, greece, greece travel guide

Temple of Poseidon, day trip, Athens, greece, greece travel guide

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I'm a travel journalist from Los Angeles who has visited over 30 countries. I spent the last few years solo traveling through Europe, Australia, and Asia, and I love sharing my recommendations from the road. 

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