Classic Athens Private Half Day Tour

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Athens is a chaotic metropolis that looks like a labyrinth. If you in any way identify with the mythical princess Ariadne, or you just want to discover all the city’s hidden treasures, you need a thread to guide you. Luckily Enjoyagers are on hand to help you discover the magical and unique side of Athens. Even if your time is limited, you can still get to experience Athens like a real local on this half-day tour of the timeless European capital that is a crossroads between East and West.

What's Included

Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Professional drivers with extensive knowledge of the area and its amenities
Professional English-speaking drivers
Air-conditioned vehicle
Site entrance tickets (standard entry €25, 1 Apr-31 Oct; €15, 1 Nov-31 March)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up travelers from the front desk/reception of their hotel or at a pre-arranged location of their choice.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    We will transport you directly to the Acropolis, a cultural UNESCO World Heritage site and the greatest architectural and artistic achievement of the ancient Greeks. Explore at your own pace, taking in the breath-taking sights, including the Parthenon temple, built by Ictinus; the Erechtheon; the Propylaea or the monumental entrance to the Acropolis, designed by Mnesicles; and the small temple to Athena Nike. (Time typically spent here includes travel time to attraction.)

    2 hours 20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    Our next stop is the Temple of Olympian Zeus, a 10 minute drive away from the Acropolis. Here you will be able to walk around the unusually tall pillars and ambitious layout that made this temple one of the largest ever built in the ancient world. Work started in the 6th century BC and was only finally completed by the Roman Emperor Hadrian in AD 131. Viewing these marble columns, one can only wonder at the greatness of these ancient monuments that have stood through time. (Time typically spent here includes travel time to attraction.)

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    After a 5 minute drive, we will stop for a photo opportunity at an iconic Athenian spot, the Panathenaic Stadium. Also known as Kallimarmaro (meaning 'made of beautiful marble’), this stadium was built in 1893 on the ruins of an ancient one. The site of the first modern Olympic games of 1896, it is still the biggest marble stadium in the world, with a capacity of around 70,000. Jog around it to uniquely combine cardio and history. (Time typically spent here includes travel time to attraction.)

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    After a 10-15 minute drive from the stadium, you will stroll 277 meters above sea level to the very summit of Lycabettus Hill. This is the highest point of Athens, giving you the chance to enjoy a breathtaking view of the city. With the telescope from the top, you can see from the Acropolis to Pireaus and, weather permitting, as far afield as the island of Aegina. (Time typically spent here includes travel time to attraction, plus time taken to walk up and down the hill.)

    1 hour 50 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Enjoyagers

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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Architecture Tours
City Tours
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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