6 Hours - Athens Sightseeing Private Tour

6 Hours - Athens Sightseeing Private Tour

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About This Tour in Athens

See the most important parts of Athens and get a taste of the birthplace of democracy and western civilization. Visit the Acropolis and drive around the city to see the highlights of Athens, being a traveler, not a tourist!

Why Visit Athens?

Athens is the cradle of Western civilization, home to ancient ruins and rich mythology. Visit the Acropolis, explore historic Plaka, and experience vibrant Greek culture. Athens combines ancient history with modern Mediterranean life.

Getting to Athens

The easiest way to reach Athens is by flying into Athens International Airport (ATH). The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Skip the line tickets [Acropolis, Ancient Agora]
  • Bottled water
  • Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history [Not licensed to accompany you in any site]
  • Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port pick up & drop-off
  • Lunch [Pitta Gyros, Greek salad, Baklava, Drink]
  • Transport by private vehicle

What's Not Included

  • Licensed Tour guide upon request depending on availability [Additional cost]
  • Acropolis Museum (if chosen to be visited instead of Anc. Agora)

Cancellation Policy

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

Additional Information

  • 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 inside any 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.
  • Please contact us after your booking if you are using a wheelchair or if you are travelling with infants
  • Tickets & lunch Included in the bookings made after 23/11/2023

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Sightseeing in Athens starts with the hill of Acropolis which will make your day 1 hour 30 minutes

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.

The Propylaea is the monumental entrances to the...

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, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena 10 minutes

Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena. The eternal symbol of the Athenian Democracy and the Western Civilization.

Temple of Poseidon and Athena, the strangest and...

Temple of Poseidon and Athena, the strangest and most sacred place in ancient Athens.

Temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike or Wingless Victory

Temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike or Wingless Victory.

The Theatre of Dionysus Eleuthereus is a major...

The Theatre of Dionysus Eleuthereus is a major theatre in Athens, considered to be the world's first theatre, built at the foot of the Athenian Acropolis.

The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a stone...

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.

We will visit Panathenaic Stadium where the first... 10 minutes

We will visit Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.

The work Dromeas by Kostas Varotsos was constructed in 1988

The work Dromeas by Kostas Varotsos was constructed in 1988. The initial version includes fragments of glass that interact with the natural and artificial light, but also water, a version that was supported for a while. Being the first public work of modern art in Athens it sparked a series of discussions and disagreements.

Then moving into the historical center of the... 15 minutes

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.

The Academy Building constitutes one of three parts...

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 National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is...

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.

The National Library of Greece was built at...

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,

The Hellenic Parliament, in Greek known as Voulí... 5 minutes

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

We will see the changing of the guard... 10 minutes

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.

Syntagma Square is the central square of Athens

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.

Ancient Greek Agora which is considered the birthplace... 1 hour

Ancient Greek Agora which is considered the birthplace of democracy, philosophy and free speech.

Instead of the Ancient Agora we can visit... 1 hour

Instead of the Ancient Agora we can visit the Acropolis Museum As you enter the museum grounds, look through the plexiglass floor to see the ruins of an ancient Athenian neighborhood, which were artfully incorporated into the museum design after being uncovered during excavations.This dazzling modernist museum at the foot of the Acropolis’ southern slope showcases its surviving treasures still in Greek possession. While the collection covers the Archaic and Roman periods, the emphasis is on the Acropolis of the 5th century BCE, considered the apotheosis of Greece’s artistic achievement.

Historically old neighborhood of Athens

Historically old neighborhood of Athens.

Frequently Asked Questions

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