Experience the highlights of Classical Athens on a half-day private tour. Visit the Acropolis, Mount Lycabettus, and the neoclassical buildings of the ‘architectural trilogy’. Explore Monastiraki and discover the ‘real Greece’.
Experience the highlights of Classical Athens on a half-day private tour. Visit the Acropolis, Mount Lycabettus, and the neoclassical buildings of the ‘architectural trilogy’. Explore Monastiraki and discover the ‘real Greece’.
- Acropolis - Begin your Athens sightseeing with the Acropolis hill, the highlight of your day. On this historic hill, you can explore the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of Athena Nike, the monumental gateway (Propylaea), the Erechtheum, and the renowned Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the goddess Athena.
- Propylaia - The Propylaea…
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Acropolis - Begin your Athens sightseeing with the Acropolis hill, the highlight of your day. On this historic hill, you can explore the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of Athena Nike, the monumental gateway (Propylaea), the Erechtheum, and the renowned Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the goddess Athena.
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Propylaia - The Propylaea serves as the grand entrance to the sacred area dedicated to Athena, the city’s patron goddess. Designed by architect Mnesicles using Pentelic marble, its design was innovative. To the southwest of the Propylaea, on a rampart guarding the main entrance to the Acropolis, stands the Ionian temple of Apteros Nike.
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Parthenon - The Parthenon is the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena, an enduring symbol of Athenian Democracy and Western Civilization.
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Erechtheion - The Erechtheion, or Temple of Athena Polias, is an ancient Greek Ionic temple-telesterion on the north side of the Acropolis, the most powerful and sacred site in ancient Athens, primarily dedicated to the goddess Athena.
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Temple of Athena Nike - The Temple of Athena Nike, located on the Acropolis of Athens, is dedicated to the goddesses Athena and Nike. Constructed around 420 BC, it is the earliest fully Ionic temple on the Acropolis.
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Theater of Dionysus - The Theatre of Dionysus Eleuthereus is a significant theatre in Athens, recognized as the world’s first theatre, built at the base of the Athens Acropolis.
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Herod Atticus Odeon - Situated on the southern slope of the Acropolis, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a Roman-era stone theater constructed in 161 CE in memory of Herodes Atticus’ wife, Regilla. Famous for its outstanding acoustics, it once accommodated 5,000 spectators and hosted music and theater performances. Today, it is a leading venue for the Athens Festival, offering unforgettable events against the iconic Acropolis backdrop.
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Temple of Olympian Zeus - After touring the Acropolis, proceed to the Temple of Zeus, the largest temple of antiquity, dedicated to the King of the Gods, via Hadrian’s Arch.
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Acropolis Museum - A modern architectural marvel at the base of the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum displays an impressive collection of artifacts from the Archaic and Classical periods, with a focus on the 5th century BCE Acropolis. Highlights include the Parthenon Gallery, ancient sculptures, and the remarkable integration of an excavated Athenian neighborhood visible beneath the glass floors. Opened in 2009, this award-winning museum offers a unique blend of ancient history and contemporary design, making it a must-visit for any history enthusiast.
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Panathenaic Stadium - Visit the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.
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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Witness the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, now the Parliament House, above Athens’ central square.
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Hellenic Parliament - The Hellenic Parliament, known in Greek as “Voulí ton Ellínon,” is Greece’s parliament, located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square. The Parliament is the supreme democratic institution representing citizens through an elected body of Members of Parliament.
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Plateia Syntagmatos - Syntagma Square is the central square of Athens, named after the Constitution that Otto, the first King of Greece, was compelled to grant following a popular and military uprising on September 3, 1843.
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The Academy of Athens - The Academy Building is one of three parts in an “architectural trilogy.” It was established with the Constitutional Decree of March 18, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities, and Fine Arts.
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National Library of Greece - The National Library of Greece, constructed at the end of the 19th century, is the last of the Architectural Trilogy of Athens, a group of three neoclassical buildings that also includes the Academy and the University. The building was designed by Theophil Hansen.
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Lykavittos (Mount Lycabettus) - Continue towards the historical center of the city and drive up the highest hill of Athens, Lycabettus Hill, where you’ll experience the best panoramic view of the city, from the Acropolis hill to the Aegean Sea.
- WiFi on board
- Fast-track admission tickets for the Acropolis/Parthenon & the Acropolis Museum
- Pick-up and drop-off service: Athens Hotel, Airbnb, or Port
- Professional Tour Drivers well versed in Greek history (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
- Transportation by private first class vehicle
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Fast-track admission tickets for the Acropolis/Parthenon & the Acropolis Museum
- Pick-up and drop-off service: Athens Hotel, Airbnb, or Port
- Professional Tour Drivers well versed in Greek history (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
- Transportation by private first class vehicle
- Bottled water
- Licensed tour guide to accompany guests into the sites and museums (additional cost from 200 euros)
- Food and Drinks
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)
- Licensed tour guide to accompany guests into the sites and museums (additional cost from 200 euros)
- Food and Drinks
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)
Experience the highlights of Athens in just half a day with a private tour, visiting the city’s most renowned landmarks. Bypass the queues with fast-track access to the Acropolis, where you can admire the Parthenon, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus—monuments that reflect Athens’ rich heritage.
Then, delve into the Acropolis…
Experience the highlights of Athens in just half a day with a private tour, visiting the city’s most renowned landmarks. Bypass the queues with fast-track access to the Acropolis, where you can admire the Parthenon, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus—monuments that reflect Athens’ rich heritage.
Then, delve into the Acropolis Museum, which houses Greece’s ancient treasures and intriguing artifacts that illuminate the city’s history.
Take in the breathtaking views from Mount Lycabettus, standing 300 meters above sea level, and appreciate the neoclassical beauty of the “Architectural Trilogy,” featuring the National Library, Athens University, and the Academy of Athens.
This exclusive half-day tour provides an unforgettable Athens experience, combining history and culture seamlessly, without any hassle. Ideal for those with limited time who wish to capture the essence of Greece.
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- This is a fully private tour, οnly your group will participate.
- Our tour drivers are not certified tour guides, but they are fluent in English and well versed in Greek history. Although they are not permitted to enter the archaeological sites with our guests, they can certainly answer all of your questions about the places you visit on tour and will definitely bring the history to life.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.