Uncover the hidden gems of Athens on a full-day private tour. Explore classical and modern sites, avoid tourist traps, and enjoy the flexibility to explore independently or with a licensed archaeologist guide.
Uncover the hidden gems of Athens on a full-day private tour. Explore classical and modern sites, avoid tourist traps, and enjoy the flexibility to explore independently or with a licensed archaeologist guide.
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Panathinaiko Stadio - Kalimarmaro Stadium (fine Marble stadium) which hosted the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now used for ceremonial events and live music concerts. A great spot for photography.
There is an entrance fee if you wish to go inside. - Temple of Olympian Zeus - Explore the ancient temple located on the site of an old outdoor…
- Panathinaiko Stadio - Kalimarmaro Stadium (fine Marble stadium) which hosted the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now used for ceremonial events and live music concerts. A great spot for photography.
There is an entrance fee if you wish to go inside.
- Temple of Olympian Zeus - Explore the ancient temple located on the site of an old outdoor sanctuary dedicated to Olympian Zeus. It is the largest temple in Greece. Ticket prices are 3€ (Nov 1st / Mar 31st) and 6€ (Apr 1st / Oct 31st).
- Acropolis - Sightseeing in Athens begins with the Acropolis hill, which includes: Dionysus & Herodion theaters, the Temple of Athena Nike, the monumental entrance (Propylaea), the Erechtheion, and the renowned Parthenon Temple, dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena. The Acropolis Hill Ticket covers all these sites. Cost is 10€ (Nov 1st / Mar 31st) and 20€ (Apr 1st / Oct 31st).
- Erechtheion - This famous ancient Greek temple honors Athena & Poseidon and features a porch with 6 caryatids (female columns).
- Parthenon - Dedicated by the Athenians to Athena Parthenos, this temple is the most magnificent creation of Athenian democracy at its peak and the finest monument on Acropolis hill.
- Plaka - Enter the downtown area of Athens. The next stop (optional) could be at a traditional Greek restaurant offering authentic Greek dishes or a quick stop for a Pitta Gyros (Souvlaki).
- Ancient Agora of Athens - A famous landmark featuring the ancient temple of Hephaestus, the ruins of an ancient Greek gathering place, and a museum with artifacts. Known as the birthplace of democracy, philosophy, and free speech. Entrance fee: Winter 4€/ Summer 8€. The ticket includes the Agora Museum & Hephaestus Temple.
- Museum of the Ancient Agora - Stoa (Portico) of Attalos. This rebuilt ancient structure once served as a gathering place and market, now a museum housing Athenian artifacts.
- Temple of Hephaestus - The best-preserved temple in Greece.
- Central Market Athens - A market where fish, meat, and produce are sold, also featuring restaurants.
- Monastiraki - Known as the flea market of Athens. A great place for unique photos.
- Syntagma - The city’s broad, tree-lined central square, featuring a fountain, cafes, and park benches.
- Hellenic Parliament - An old palace from the 1800s now serving as the Greek parliament, with ceremonial guards and a memorial for unknown soldiers. See and photograph the famous Evzones/soldiers in their unique costumes. A great spot for photography.
- The Academy of Athens - A national institution for sciences, humanities, and fine arts housed in a landmark 1800s neoclassical building, decorated with statues of Socrates and Plato. A great spot for photography.
- The Academy of Athens - The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, located in a landmark 1800s neoclassical building, decorated with Ionic columns and frescoes.
- National Library of Greece - Housed in a landmark 1800s neoclassical building, decorated with Doric columns.
- Mount Lycabettus - The highest hill in the center of Athens, standing at 280m (1000 feet), offering a panoramic 360-degree view of the city. A great opportunity for panoramic photos of the Acropolis, Stadium, and Aegean Sea. Difficult to approach by minibus.
- Acropolis Museum - An ultramodern glass and steel museum housing ancient artifacts from the Acropolis archaeological site. Visit (optional) or enjoy a drink on its veranda with a great view of the Parthenon. The veranda cafe restaurant has free entrance. Museum ticket is 15€.
- Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver leader, throughout the day
- Driver provides informative books, map, audio documentary with historical details as you travel
- Air-conditioned vehicles, with high level of cleanliness (Sedan/ Minivan/ Minibus)
- Private Transportation & includes: (Fuels, Toll Roads, Parking Fees)
- Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver leader, throughout the day
- Driver provides informative books, map, audio documentary with historical details as you travel
- Air-conditioned vehicles, with high level of cleanliness (Sedan/ Minivan/ Minibus)
- Private Transportation & includes: (Fuels, Toll Roads, Parking Fees)
- Entrance Fees to all sites & museums (Acropolis ticket: Winter 10€ - Summer 20€ /under 6 is free )
- Licensed Archaeologist guide up request (Additional charge https://www.toursbylocals.com)
- Additional charge is applicable from *15€ per way from pickup/drop off, more than 7 km from Athens .
- Gratuities
- Entrance Fees to all sites & museums (Acropolis ticket: Winter 10€ - Summer 20€ /under 6 is free )
- Licensed Archaeologist guide up request (Additional charge https://www.toursbylocals.com)
- Additional charge is applicable from *15€ per way from pickup/drop off, more than 7 km from Athens .
- Gratuities
We visit Athens as travelers, not as tourists. We get as excited as you to travel, to enjoy history/culture, scenery, photography. If you want to see everything that Athens has to offer, then we suggest both modern & classical Athens sites in a full day tour. The day starts with convenient pickup and then takes you to the Acropolis Hill, Zeus Temple,…
We visit Athens as travelers, not as tourists. We get as excited as you to travel, to enjoy history/culture, scenery, photography. If you want to see everything that Athens has to offer, then we suggest both modern & classical Athens sites in a full day tour. The day starts with convenient pickup and then takes you to the Acropolis Hill, Zeus Temple, Olympic stadium, Plaka, ancient & modern Agora, Lycavetus hill and many more.
Schedule is flexible, but most importantly we can drive on small roads and you will see Athens from all different angles. We are dedicated to show you the Athens we know and love, as travelers and not as tourists and for this reason we will avoid the tourist traps. You also have the flexibility to explore each attraction independently or add a licensed archaeologist guide (extra cost).
- You Have the options of 3 different Vehicles types: Sedan/ Suv up to 3 adults or family of 4 (2 adults + 2 kids - up to 10 years old free) - Minivan ( from 1 to 7 persons - 2 kids/ up to 10 years old free ) - Minibus ( from 1 to 14 persons - 2 kids/ up to 10 years old free). Price varies by Group Size or Vehicle type.
- The driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you on your walk to the top of the Acropolis or inside any other site or museum. If you require an archaeologist guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. Your driver provides informative audio documentary & historical details as you travel.
- Booking hours: Tour is private & flexible (up to 8 hours). However we only request to have in mind the agreement hours. But if you like to extend it, please make a fair arrangement with your tour driver/ leader. Additional charge per hour is 30€ (Sedan) - 45€ (Minivan) - 60€ (Minibus).
- Your private tour is available from Athens city center. Additional charge is applicable from 25€ per way for longer pickup/drop off locations, more than 7 km from Athens city center. Piraeus Port (distance 12km), Piraeus Cruise Terminal (Distance 13km) This charge does not Include: Airport (distance 36km) or Lavrio Port (distance75 km) *This is under prior agreement with the agent’s office
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.