Private Tour: Athens Mythology Family Tour

5.0
(19 reviews)
Athens, Greece

3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Come chase gods and heroes! This is a golden opportunity for families to explore the true roots of Greek mythology with a unique activity tour. You'll visit the city's most significant sites: the Acropolis (including the Parthenon, the Theater of Dionysus, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion) and the Ancient Pnyx (birthplace of democracy and a hangout spot for nymphs and muses), while learning about Greek gods and heroes in a fun and engaging way!

What's Included

Fun & educational activity material for kids
Licensed guide
Entrance fees to archaeological sites (we can prepurchase them for you)
Snacks

Meeting and pickup

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

If your hotel is in central Athens and within 10–15 minutes of the tour’s starting point, your guide will meet you directly at your hotel. Otherwise, you will meet your guide at the location arranged with your travel designer.

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Meeting point

Your meeting point is at the exit of the Acropolis metro station. The closest metro station is ACROPOLIS. If you get there by metro, follow the signs for the exit “Makriyani/Dionisiou Aeropagitou”. It might be busy, so look for the guide with an Alternative Athens Sign.

End point
Pnyx

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Acropolis of Athens

    Your guide will have plenty to tell you about the history and the legends of all the gods and heroes, such as almighty Zeus, Athena, Goddess of Wisdom, Poseidon, God of the Sea, Dionysus, God of Wine and many more. Through timeless myths you will explore the Theater of Dionysus, drama's first home; the resplendent Propylaea; the sacred Erechtheion; the Temple of Athena Nike and, of course, the magnificent Parthenon, perhaps the world's most iconic building. All this will come alive in a way that keeps everyone's attention and interest, kids and parents alike.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Pnyx

    They will have fun inside the Hill of Pnyx with an interactive activity inspired from Ancient Athens

    1 hour Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note that this tour is more suitable for children 5-11 years old. For older children we advise you to book the Athens Highlights: a Mythological Tour
  • Strollers and wheelchairs cannot be used throughout the tour and especially on the rock of the Acropolis and have to be left at the NORTH entrance of the Acropolis (not the south entrance which is used for this tour).
Supplied by Alternative Athens
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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