Cape Sounion, Greece

Cape Sounion

A temple of Poseidon on a clifftop above the Aegean.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Cape Sounion

Day 1

  1. MorningSwim at one of the beaches of the Athenian Riviera on the way down.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Temple of Poseidon and look for Lord Byron's carved name.
  3. EveningWatch the sunset from the temple, the classic finish to the day.

Day 2

Swim in the thermal lake of Vouliagmeni.

What to eat

Fresh grilled fish at a seaside taverna.

Local tips

Make the most of Cape Sounion

Beat the crowds

Sunset is the busiest time. Arrive an hour before.

Best photo spot

The Temple of Poseidon against the sunset over the Aegean.

Getting there

Buses from Athens take about 2 hours along the coast. Easiest by car.

Don't miss nearby

The beaches of the Athenian Riviera on the way.

Good to know

Look for Lord Byron's name carved into one of the columns. Bring water; there's little shade.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Cape Sounion

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Plan your visit

Getting to Cape Sounion

Getting there

  • Athens Airport (ATH)35 km away
  • Mykonos Airport (JMK)120 km away
  • Athens45 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeNature spot
Good forOld towns & architecture, Coast
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryGreece

Questions

Cape Sounion: good to know

Is Cape Sounion worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and the coast. A temple of Poseidon on a clifftop above the Aegean.

How many days do you need in Cape Sounion?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Cape Sounion?

You can visit all year. Sunset is the busiest time. Arrive an hour before.

How do you get to Cape Sounion?

The nearest airport is Athens Airport (ATH), about 35 km away. Buses from Athens take about 2 hours along the coast. Easiest by car.

What is there to see near Cape Sounion?

Nearby hidden places include Athens (45 km), Nafplio (108 km) and Monemvasia (137 km).

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