Athens Tour In 5 hours by a local

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  • Price from
    €138
  • Duration
    5 h
  • Group size
    Private tour
  • Guide languages
    English

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    Overview

    Start with the Acropolis site, a complex of buildings that includes the Parthenon, Erectheion (the temple with the 6 female figurers, Karyatides), Temple of Athena Nike (Wingless Godess), Propylaia (the monumental Gate), Odeon of Herodus Atticus, Dionysus theater & the Mars Hill or Areios Pagos

    Next stop will be the Temple Of the Olympian Zeus, the Panathenian Stadium (the stadium of the first Olympic Games on 1896), the memorial of the Unknown soldier & the changing of the Guards (Euzones) in front of the Greek Parliament, opposite the Syntagma or Constitutional square.

    We will also drive through Plaka (the oldest neighborhood in Athens) & Monastiraki (Flea Market)

    After that let’s see the Trilogy of Athens (the Academy of Science, the First University of Athens and the National Greek Library) & the Lycabettus Hill (the highest point of Athens), where the view is breathtaking.

    After all get ready to taste the famous Greek cuisine in a traditional Athens restaurant or tavern.

    What's included

    • Private transportation
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • WiFi on board
    • Bottled water
    • Driver/guide
    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • Local taxes
    • Fuel surcharge

    Not included

    • Entrance Fees
    • Airport Pick Up and drop-off (Additional cost)
    • Licensed Tour guide on request
    • Lunch

    What you will do

    • Acropolis

      The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens and contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historical significance, the most famous being the Parthenon.

      1 h 40 min

    • The temple with the 6 female figurers, Karyatides

      Pass by, no stop

    • Wingless Godess

      Pass by, no stop

    • The monumental Gate

      Pass by, no stop

    • The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a stone Roman theater structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis of Athens, Greece.

      Pass by, no stop

    • The Theatre of Dionysus is an ancient Greek theatre in Athens. It is built on the south slope of the Acropolis hill, originally part of the sanctuary of Dionysus Eleuthereus.

      Pass by, no stop

    • Areopagus (Mars Hill) is a prominent rock outcropping located northwest of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Its English name is the Late Latin composite form of the Greek name Areios Pagos, translated "Hill of Ares". In classical times, it was the location of a court, also often called the Areopagus, that tried cases of deliberate homicide, wounding and religious matters, as well as cases involving arson of olive trees. Ares was supposed to have been tried by the gods on the Areopagus for the murder of Poseidon's son Halirrhothius (a typical example of an aetiological myth).

      Pass by, no stop

    • The largest temple in Hellenic and Roman times

      10 min

    • The stadium of the first Olympic Games on 1896

      10 min

    • The memorial of the Unknown soldier & the changing of the Guards (Euzones) in front of the Greek Parliament, opposite the Syntagma or Constitutional square.

      20 min

    • The oldest neighborhood in Athens

      Pass by, no stop

    • Lively Monastiraki is known for iconic landmarks including the ruins of Hadrian’s Library, the Ancient Agora and the rebuilt Stoa of Attalos, with a museum exhibiting Athenian artifacts. Monastiraki Flea Market is a jumble of shops selling artisanal soaps, handmade sandals and souvenir T-shirts.

      Pass by, no stop

    • The Academy of Athens is Greece's national academy, and the highest research establishment in the country. It was established in 1926, and operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Education.

      Pass by, no stop

    • The First University of Athens

      Pass by, no stop

    • The National Library of Greece is situated near the center of city of Athens. It was designed by the Danish architect Theophil Freiherr von Hansen, as part of his famous Trilogy of neo-classical buildings including the Academy of Athens and the original building of the Athens University.

      Pass by, no stop

    • The highest point of Athens), where the view is breathtaking.

      20 min

    Meeting point

    Pickup: We offer traveler pickup. We suggest that the tour starts at 8:00 am. If for any reason this is not convenient for you we will adjust the time according to your needs.

    Important information

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

    Cancellation policy

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