Athens Full Day Private Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Acropolis

  Acropolis. The natural and most important plateau of the 5th Century B.C. with a height of 150m over the sea level surrounded by an impenetrable wall that offered the best protection against any invader. During this visit you'll see the the main entrance of Acropolis, Propylea with the Temple of Wingless Nike standing in pride next of it. On the top of the Acropolis you'll see the Temple of Erechtheion with a porch that is supported by Statues of Maiden Women Karyatids and the Pentelic marble Temple of Athena Parthenos, Parthenon. On your way down to your meeting location and by the slope of Acropolis you'll explore the ruined Amphitheater of Dionysos, god of entertainment and wine and the almost intact Herodion, the music school that was found by the 2nd century popular Sophist Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife Regilla which is being used for musical or theatrical performances by the most popular artists.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• Temple of Olympian Zeus (Pass by)

  Temple of Olympian Zeus. The biggest Temple of mainland Europe and the oldest offering to the dedication of the king of the Pagan Gods. The Arch of Hadrian is located in front of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, dividing the city into two parts.

  Admission ticket free
• 2
  Panathenaic Stadium

  Panathenaic Stadium or Kalimarmaro which granted the second title by its construction material. This is a reconstruction of the old 2nd century A.D. Stadium of Herodes Atticus. This marvellous stadium can fit 60.000 spectators and was used for the first Marathon Race and Modern Olympics in 1896.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 3
  Hellenic Parliament

  Parliament of Greece to watch the change of the National Guard, learn about the Greek Revolution of 1821, the guards' uniforms and see the Tomb and Statue of the Unknown Soldier. The duration of the change of the National Guard is 10 minutes every other day except of every Sunday that the Guards perform a parade at 10:20 for 40 minutes. Departing from the Parliament the tour drives you in front of the Catholic Cathedral of St. Paul, the National Bank of Greece, Old Parliament of Athens (national museum of Athens) and in front of the Trilogy of Athens. The Trilogy of Athens consists of the Academy of Science, University of Athens (Kapodistriako) and National Library.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Presidential Mansion

  The Presidential Palace of Athens is the official residence of the President of the Hellenic Republic. Located near the National Garden, it was originally built in the late 19th century as a royal palace. Today, it hosts official ceremonies, state visits, and meetings with foreign dignitaries, while its exterior is guarded by the ceremonial Evzones in traditional uniform.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Mount Lycabettus

  The highest mountain of central Athens Lycabettus, drive past the Embassies area to reach the highest location of Athens (280m) and enjoy the spectacular view of the Region of Attiki and the Aegean Sea.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Plaka

  Plaka is the oldest neighbourhood of Athens. Here you can do your shopping, try the local delicacies while exploring the area.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Ancient Agora of Athens

  Ancient Greek Agora in Plaka. The Agora was the heart of the city. The center of Democracy, Commerce, Education, Philosophy and every social activity. In this area you'll be left free to explore for experience culture, try local food, find antiques in the flea market and visit the Ancient Greek Agora with its reconstructed Stoa of Attalos, Ruined Marketplace and the intact Temple of Hephaestus.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

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