May Packing List for Athens — What to Wear & Bring

Essentials

If you only pack a few things, pack these.

• Linen shirtsEssential

  Linen shirts are essential for staying cool while exploring the sun-drenched Acropolis during Athens' 77°F May afternoons.

• Light cardiganEssential

  A light cardigan is necessary for breezy evenings on Mount Lycabettus when the temperature drops to 63°F.

• Walking sandalsEssential

  Comfortable walking sandals are essential for traversing the historic cobblestones of Plaka when temperatures reach 77°F.

• Supportive sneakersEssential

  Breathable sneakers provide support while climbing the marble steps of the Acropolis in the 77°F May heat.

• Wide-brimmed hatEssential

  A wide-brimmed hat is vital for shade when visiting sun-exposed ruins in Athens during the warm 77°F afternoons.

• Polarized sunglassesEssential

  Polarized sunglasses protect your eyes from the intense glare reflecting off marble steps at the Acropolis in 77°F weather.

Clothing

• Linen shirtsEssential

  Linen shirts are essential for staying cool while exploring the sun-drenched Acropolis during Athens' 77°F May afternoons.

• Lightweight trousersRecommended

  Lightweight trousers help maintain a chic look in Plaka even when temperatures hit 77°F.

• Light cardiganEssential

  A light cardigan is necessary for breezy evenings on Mount Lycabettus when the temperature drops to 63°F.

• Cotton sundressRecommended

  Cotton sundresses are perfect for navigating the bright, sunny streets of Athens during a warm 77°F day.

Footwear

• Walking sandalsEssential

  Comfortable walking sandals are essential for traversing the historic cobblestones of Plaka when temperatures reach 77°F.

• Supportive sneakersEssential

  Breathable sneakers provide support while climbing the marble steps of the Acropolis in the 77°F May heat.

• Stylish loafersRecommended

  Stylish loafers allow you to maintain Mediterranean chic in Syntagma Square during the mild 63°F evenings.

• Water-resistant walking shoesRecommended

  Water-resistant walking shoes are helpful if you encounter any of Athens' 4 expected rainy days while exploring.

Accessories

• Wide-brimmed hatEssential

  A wide-brimmed hat is vital for shade when visiting sun-exposed ruins in Athens during the warm 77°F afternoons.

• Polarized sunglassesEssential

  Polarized sunglasses protect your eyes from the intense glare reflecting off marble steps at the Acropolis in 77°F weather.

• Lightweight scarfRecommended

  A lightweight scarf is perfect for shielding against breezes on Mount Lycabettus when it dips to 63°F.

• Small crossbody bagRecommended

  A small crossbody bag is ideal for keeping essentials secure in Syntagma Square during the mild 63°F evenings.