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See the best of Athens in one easy day, privately and at your own pace. Your English-speaking driver picks you up from your hotel, apartment or cruise ship in a comfortable Mercedes and starts at the sacred Rock of the Acropolis. Walk among the Parthenon, the Erechtheion and its Caryatids, then step inside the Acropolis Museum to see the original sculptures up close.
Next come the marble Panathenaic Stadium, the Evzones guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the neoclassical Academy, University and National Library. Wander through the Ancient Agora, where Socrates once walked, stroll the old lanes of Plaka, and finish with a sweeping view of the city from Lycabettus Hill.
If there's time, your driver can suggest a local taverna for lunch. Drivers can't guide inside sites, so add a licensed guide for the Acropolis if you'd like expert commentary. No crowds, no fixed schedule, just your group and Athens.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick you up from any hotel or apartment in central Athens, or at the Piraeus cruise port. After booking, please send your hotel name, or your ship's name and all-aboard time. We'll drop you back at the same place.
Itinerary
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1Parthenon
The Athens Sightseeing usually starts at the Acropolis hill, with well known architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens that includes Erechtheion (female statues of the Caryatides or Maidens dedicated to goddess Athena and god Poseidon), the temple of Athena Nike and Propylaea. You will also have a great chance to foresee the monument (that puts an order in mind), which is the Parthenon. From the top of the Acropolis hill you can see, the Odeon of Herodus Atticus, the Theatre of Dionysus and the Areopagus (Mars Hill). Get ready for a memorable day! We are expecting you!
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Acropolis Museum
One of the most beautiful museums in the world dedicated completely to the Acropolis hill of Athens.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
Temple of Olympian Zeus (Pass by)
The biggest temple ever built in the city of Athens.
Admission ticket free -
3Panathenaic Stadium
The all-marble stadium that hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896, built on the site of an ancient stadium from the 4th century BC.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Monument to the Unknown Soldier
In front of the central square of Athens, located in the front side of the Parliament building, the Evzones (soldiers) wearing the traditional war uniform of 1821 are guarding the famous Tomb of the Unknown soldier.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5The Academy of Athens
Three amazing Neoclassical style buildings. -The Academy of Arts and Sciences -The University, and -The National library Are the best example of the Neoclassical architecture, the famous "Athenian Trilogy"
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Ancient Agora of Athens
The location where the ancient Greek philosophers greek used to speak to the people, the market place of ancient Athens with the best preserved temple of Hephaestus.
40 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
7Plaka
You are going to take a flavor of the most popular market area of Athens. This is what we call the "Old Athens", including greek tavernas, cafeterias and lots of souvenirs shops. Everything surrounded by beautiful buildings of Neoclassical Architecture.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Mount Lycabettus
The tallest hill in the city of Athens, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the city, including the Acropolis hill.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Presidential Mansion
Here is the "Home of Democracy" for Greece. Guarded for 24/7 by the Evzones!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
National Garden (Pass by)
A gigantic green area in the heart of the city
Admission ticket free -
Syntagma (Pass by)
The Central Square of Athens
Admission ticket free -
Omonia Square (Pass by)
The second square of the "historic triangle" of Athens
Admission ticket free -
Monastiraki (Pass by)
The third square of the "historic triangle" of Athens
Admission ticket free -
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (Pass by)
Part of the "Athenian Trilogy of Culture"
Admission ticket free -
Vallianeio Megaron (Pass by)
Part of the "Athenian Trilogy of Culture"
Admission ticket free -
Herod Atticus Odeon (Pass by)
Part of the visit to the Acropolis Hill
Admission ticket free -
Erechtheion (Pass by)
Part of the visit to the Acropolis Hill
Admission ticket free -
Propylaea (Pass by)
Part of the visit to the Acropolis Hill
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Part of the visit to the Acropolis Hill
Admission ticket free -
Theatre of Dionysus (Pass by)
Part of the visit to the Acropolis Hill
Admission ticket free -
Arch of Hadrian (Pass by)
This was dedicated to the Roman Emperor Hadrian
Admission ticket free -
Numismatic Museum of Athens (Pass by)
on the way to the Trilogy of Culture
Admission ticket free -
Varvakios Agora (Pass by)
The Open Central Food Market of Athens
Admission ticket free -
Town Hall - Municipality Of Athens (Pass by)
On the way to Monastiraki
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Your driver is not a licensed tour guide. In Greece only licensed guides may guide inside archaeological sites and museums, so drivers wait outside.
- Licensed guides are optional, available upon request for an additional fee, and subject to availability. They are not included in the standard tour price.
- Flexible Departure Times: As this is a private tour, we offer flexible starting times between 08:00 AM and 02:00 PM, subject to availability and archaeological site opening hours. Please contact us if you prefer a different pickup time.
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Your driver is not a licensed tour guide. In Greece only licensed guides may guide inside archaeological sites and museums, so drivers wait outside.
- Licensed guides are optional, available upon request for an additional fee, and subject to availability. They are not included in the standard tour price.
- Flexible Departure Times: As this is a private tour, we offer flexible starting times between 08:00 AM and 02:00 PM, subject to availability and archaeological site opening hours. Please contact us if you prefer a different pickup time.
- Instead of including food in the tour price, we invite you to enjoy a meal at a lovely local tavern. With great quality, very reasonable prices, and a wide range of choices, you can simply order whatever suits your taste.
- Instead of purchasing the tickets on your behalf and including them in the tour price, we will send you a booking link after your reservation and assist you in pre-buying your Acropolis Hill tickets. This allows you to skip long lines and secure your visit in advance. Many travelers are eligible for reduced or free admission—such as children and students up to 18 years old, and senior citizens from the European Union—so this approach ensures you don’t pay more than necessary.
- Wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection. Strikes or site closures may change the itinerary, which we will adjust with your agreement.
- Vehicle: Modern Mercedes-Benz sedan, minivan, minibus, or Škoda SUV. The vehicle type is determined by the number of passengers and is subject to availability.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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