- Acropolis - The Athens sightseeing tour starts by visiting the imposing naturally fortified hill of the Acropolis. The tour includes a walk that travels the visitors through ancient times in one of the oldest cities in the world, which was considered as the cradle of the western civilization, birthplace of the philosophy, the theatre and the democracy.
By passing the monumental gate of Propylaea you’ll see the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechteion and the Parthenon. You will enjoy the panoramic view of Athens and Piraeus port. At the foot of the Acropolis hill you’ll see the ancient theater of Dionysos (the oldest theatre of the world), the Odeon of Herodus Atticus and the Areopagus (Mars Hill).
- Propylaea - The first propylon, or gate, was constructed in the age of Peisistratos (mid-sixth century BC) after the Acropolis had become a sanctuary dedicated to Athena. A new propylon, built-in 510-480 BC, was destroyed by the Persians in 480 BC and repaired after the end of the Persian Wars, during the fortification of the Acropolis by Themistokles and Kimon. The monumental Propylaia admired by modern visitors was part of the great Periklean building program. They were erected in 437-432 BC, after the completion of the Parthenon, by architect Mnesikles.
- Temple of Athena Nike - The Temple of Athena Nike, built entirely of Pentelic marble between 427 and 421 BC, stands on a 6-meter high stone platform extending from the southwest corner of the Acropolis. The temple was the first Ionic structure to be built on the Acropolis. It is dedicated to Nike, a form of Athena, who is believed to be the goddess of Victory in Greek mythology.
- Parthenon - The Parthenon is a temple dedicated by the Athenians to Goddess Athena Parthenos(Vergin), the patron of their city, is the most magnificent creation of Athenian democracy at the height of its power. It is also the finest monument on the Acropolis in terms of both conception and execution. Built between 447 and 438 BC.
- Erechtheion - The Erechtheion is a temple on the top of the Acropolis. It was designed by the architect Mnesikles and was a complex building constructed in the last twenty years of the 5th century BC. It replaced the ancient Temple of Athena Polias, part of which had been destroyed by the Persians sixty years earlier. The new temple was divided into two chambers: an eastern room dedicated to Athena, which held the goddess’ wooden cult statue; and a lower western room that accommodated shrines of Poseidon-Erechtheus, Hephaistos, and Boutes, the brother of Erechtheus.
- Theater of Dionysus - The theatre of Dionysus is the oldest theater in the world, built in the middle of the 6th century BC during the reign of the tyrant Pisistratus. Originally, it was part of Dionysus Eleuthereus’ sanctuary. It was directly connected with the myths and cult of the god. The attraction is located on the southern side of the Acropolis in Athens.
- Temple of Olympian Zeus - This was the biggest temple of the antiquity. The temple of Olympian Zeus was completed in 132 AD by the Roman emperor Hadrian who loved the Greek culture and the Athenians above all.
- Arch of Hadrian - The Arch of Hadrian was built by the Athenians to celebrate the arrival of the Roman emperor Hadrian and to honor him for his many benefactions to the city. The entire monument is made of Pentelic marble, from Mt. Pentelikon, 18.2 km northeast of the arch. Pentelic marble was used for the Parthenon.
- Panathenaic Stadium - The Panathenaic stadium provides you with a nice opportunity to learn how an ancient stadium of the 4th century BC was. The stadium doesn’t look like an ordinary archaeological site. There are no ruins. This stadium was not rebuilt during modern times. However, in 1896, during the first modern Olympic Games, there were works for the renovation of its marble covering. The work was financed by Georgios Averof. The present-day shape of the stadium is the same as the ancient stadium of the 4th century BC, was.
- Change of Guards - Something that is unique to Greece are the Evzones and the Changing of the Guard at the presidential mansion which occurs every day, every one hour.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Complimentary bottled water
- Informed drivers with historical knowledge (Note: drivers are not licensed tour guides)
- Travel in style with a MERCEDES E CLASS TAXICAB or SUV
- Enjoy the comfort of a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed Tour Guide upon request for availability.Plus €160 for 2 hours to visit the Acropolis.
- Airport pick up and drop off.
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees for the Archeological sites €30 per person.Free under five years old
Are you intrigued by the idea of traversing through the time-worn, magical universe, with the utmost convenience, security, personalization, and adaptability? Let us guide you through Athens, the cradle of democracy and philosophy. View the magnificent Acropolis, the Propylaea, the Shrine of Athena Nike, Erechthion, and Parthenon, the theater of Dionysus, the Roman Odeon, and the Areopagus. Witness the Panathenaic Stadium where the inaugural contemporary Olympic Games were brought back in 1896. Explore the three great edifices of wisdom (the University, the Academy, the National Library), the Parliament edifice, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Hike up the Lycabettus hill for a sweeping vista of Athens followed by a visit to the renowned Plaka, Monastiraki with its bustling flea market and, finally, the Ancient agora.
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