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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Visit Athens and its southern suburbs, the Athenean Riviera, and head to Sounio where the Temple of Poseidon dominates above the sea.Get a taste of the most famous landmarks of Athens and then relax looking at the famous beaches.
Bottled water
Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port pick up & drop-off
Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.]
Skip the line to purchase site tickets. [38€ for over 6 yo Non EU & 24 yo EU Citizens]
Transport by private vehicle
Entrance Fees [38€ for over 6 yo Non EU & 24 yo EU Citizens]
Airport Pick Up and drop-off (Additional cost)
Licensed Tour guide upon request depending on availability [Additional cost - 380 €]
Lunch
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up time adjustable upon your request.
Traveler pickup
Piraeus Port
Acropolis, Athens, Greece Sightseeing in Athens starts with the hill of Acropolis which will make your day. On the historical hill, you will have the opportunity to see the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the monumental gateway (Propylaea), the Erechtheum and of course the famous Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena. 90 minutes
Propylaea, Athens, Greece The Propylaea is the monumental entrances to the sacred area dedicated to Athena, the patron goddess of the city. Built by the architect Mnesicles with Pentelic marble, their design was avant-garde. To the south-west of the Propylaea, on a rampart protecting the main entrance to the Acropolis, is the Ionian temple of Apteros Nike.
Parthenon, Athens, Greece Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena. The eternal symbol of the Athenian Democracy and the Western Civilization. 10 minutes
Erechtheion, Athens, Greece Temple of Poseidon and Athena, the strangest and most sacred place in ancient Athens.
Temple of Athena Nike, Athens, Greece Temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike or Wingless Victory.
Theater of Dionysus, Athens, Greece The Theatre of Dionysus Elefthereus is a major theatre in Athens, considered to be the world's first theatre, built at the foot of the Athenian Acropolis.
Herod Atticus Odeon, Athens, Greece The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a stone Roman theater structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis of Athens, Greece. The building was completed in 161 AD and then renovated in 1950.
Temple of Olympian Zeus, Athens, Greece After the Acropolis, we will head towards the Temple of Zeus, the biggest temple in antiquity, devoted to the King of the Gods, by way of Hadrian's Arch. 30 minutes
Panathenaic Stadium, Athens, Greece We will visit Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. 10 minutes
Mount Lycabettus, Athens, Greece Then moving into the historical center of the city we will drive up the highest hill of Athens, Lycabettus Hill, where you’ll have the best panoramic view of the city, from the hill of Acropolis to the Aegean Sea. 15 minutes
Hellenic Parliament, Athens, Greece The Hellenic Parliament, in Greek known as Voulí ton Ellínon is the parliament of Greece, located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square in Athens. The Parliament is the supreme democratic institution that represents the citizens through an elected body of Members of Parliament. 5 minutes
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Athens, Greece We will see the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is today Parliament House, above the central square of Athens. 10 minutes
Plateia Syntagmatos, Athens, Greece Syntagma Square is the central square of Athens. The square is named after the Constitution that Otto, the first King of Greece, was obliged to grant after a popular and military uprising on 3 September 1843.
The Academy of Athens, Athens, Greece The Academy Building constitutes one of three parts in an “architectural trilogy”. It was founded with the Constitutional Decree of March 18th, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts.
The Academy of Athens, Athens, Greece The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is the largest state institution of higher learning in Greece, and among the largest universities in Europe. The splendid Athens University was designed by the Danish architect Christian Hansen and completed in 1864.
National Library of Greece, Athens, Greece The National Library of Greece was built at the end of the 19th century, as the last of the Architectural Trilogy of Athens, a group of three neoclassical buildings which also includes the Academy and the University. The building was designed by Theophil Hansen.
Glyfada, Glyfada, Greece Glyfada is a suburb in South Athens where the summer nightlife and famous beaches lie.
Voula, Voula, Greece Drive by Voula beach.
Vouliagmeni, Vouliagmeni, Greece Vouliagmeni is famous for the sandy beaches the luxurious hotels and, of course, for its natural lake, protected by Natura 2000.
Varkiza, Varkiza, Greece Drive by Varkiza.
Temple of Poseidon, Sounio, Greece We will see the temple of Poseidon dominating above the
Aegean sea and remains of the temple Athena Souniada. Apart from the unique location and the archaeological interest, Cape Sounio is also known for its breathtaking sunset and view of the Greek Islands. It is considered as one of the most romantic places in Greece. The place Lord Byron wrote about and treasured. 60 minutes
Athens, Athens, Greece We will drive back to Athens.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The drivers are not licensed to accompany you on the Acropolis or inside any other site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.
The duration of the tours is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure 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.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
925susana
07 Aug 2023
Our personal driver/guide, Babis,took us to the most amazing hidden spots.
Babis was able to explain us everything about places,and history, also wonderful spots for unique pictures!
Mary Roxanne S
15 Jul 2023
Manos, our guide, was so professional and friendly and highly knowledgeable about Athens and Greece in general. He took great care of us all day.
Starla_P
14 Jul 2023
Our tour driver Alexander was fantastic! He was inbreeding knowledgeable and it really made our tour so much more enjoyable! We would recommend this tour and Alexander to anyone taking this tour of Athens!
This tour in
Athens
is organized by
Olive Sea Travel
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