Private Athens Highlights Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Acropolis Museum

  Your experience begins at the world-famous Acropolis Museum, opened in 2009 and ranked among the top museums globally. Explore artifacts from daily life in ancient Athens, admire statues that once stood atop the Acropolis, and discover the fascinating story of the Parthenon.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 2
  Acropolis

  Next, continue up the south slopes of the Acropolis, passing the Theater of Dionysus and the Sanctuary of Asclepius before reaching the hill itself. Here, the Parthenon and other iconic temples await, offering breathtaking views and the chance to experience Athens’ ancient glory.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 3
  Plaka

  After exploring the Acropolis, enjoy a stroll through Plaka, the oldest and most traditional neighborhood of Athens. Walk along its narrow, picturesque streets lined with neoclassical houses, charming shops, and historic landmarks. Here you’ll see different styles of traditional architecture, discover hidden corners, and even pass by the oldest house in the city. With its lively yet timeless atmosphere, Plaka is the perfect way to experience authentic Athens.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Monastiraki

  After lunch in Plaka, continue to Monastiraki, one of Athens’ most vibrant districts. Stroll through its famous flea market, browse antiques and handmade crafts, and soak up the lively street scenes surrounded by historic landmarks. It’s a perfect spot to experience the energy of everyday Athens before heading back.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Temple of Olympian Zeus (Pass by)

  Continue to the impressive Temple of Olympian Zeus, once the largest temple in Greece. Although only a few towering Corinthian columns survive today, their sheer scale gives a sense of the monument’s former grandeur. With the Acropolis visible in the background, this site offers a dramatic finale to your Athens exploration.

  Admission ticket free
• Arch of Hadrian (Pass by)

  Just steps away from the Temple of Olympian Zeus stands the Arch of Hadrian, a Roman triumphal arch built in 131 AD to honor Emperor Hadrian. Once marking the symbolic gateway between ancient Athens and the Roman city, the arch today is a striking reminder of the city’s layered history and its connection to the Roman era.

  Admission ticket free
• Panathenaic Stadium (Pass by)

  From there, the tour takes you to the legendary Panathenaic Stadium, the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble. Best known as the venue of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896, it stands as a bridge between the glories of the past and modern sporting history.

  Admission ticket free
• 5
  Monument to the Unknown Soldier

  At the heart of Syntagma, stop to see the Monument to the Unknown Soldier, a national memorial dedicated to all Greek soldiers who lost their lives in battle. This powerful site is especially significant during Greece’s national holidays and commemorations.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Hellenic Parliament (Pass by)

  Right behind the monument, admire the Hellenic Parliament, housed in the former Royal Palace. Overlooking Syntagma Square, it is one of the most important political landmarks of modern Greece.

  Admission ticket free
• Syntagma (Pass by)

  Continue through Syntagma Square, the vibrant center of Athens. Always bustling with life, it is surrounded by historic buildings, shops, and cafés, and is considered the beating heart of the modern city.

  Admission ticket free
• National History Museum (Old Parliament) (Pass by)

  As the drive continues, you’ll pass the neoclassical building of the Old Parliament, which once housed the Greek National Assembly and today serves as the National History Museum.

  Admission ticket free
• The Academy of Athens (Pass by)

  Moving along Panepistimiou Avenue, see the Academy of Athens, part of the city’s famous neoclassical trilogy and the country’s highest research institution.

  Admission ticket free
• National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (Pass by)

  Right beside it stands the University of Athens, the first university of modern Greece, founded in 1837 and a proud symbol of learning in the Balkans.

  Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  Located in the heart of Athens on Panepistimiou Street, the historic National Library of Greece forms part of the city’s famous neoclassical trilogy, together with the Academy of Athens and the University. Designed by Danish architect Theophil Hansen, this elegant building (known as Vallianeio Megaron) remains a cultural landmark and symbol of learning in modern Greece.

  Admission ticket free
• 6
  Mount Lycabettus

  Finally, ascend to Mount Lycabettus, the highest hill in Athens. According to legend, it was created when the goddess Athena accidentally dropped a rock she was carrying. From the chapel of St. George at the summit, enjoy spectacular panoramic views across the city - a breathtaking finale to your Athens experience.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• 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
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

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