Private Half Day Athens Tour (Acropolis, Museum & Highlights)

This tour is curated for people who are on a short city break trip and they want to maximize their time or for those who do not prefer much sightseeing, but are interested in the most popular sites the city offers, such as the glorious Acropolis, the awarded museum of the Acropolis and a very comfortable driving tour in a vehicle of utmost luxury. It is comprehensive and relaxing.

1. 1

   Acropolis

   1.5 hours

   Make a start in the morning with a visit of Greece’s most glorious ancient site, the Acropolis of Athens. Located in the middle of modern Athens, the ‘sacred rock’ proudly displays a set of marble monuments that express their outstanding universal value. With a history spanning 25 centuries, the Acropolis has been traditionally associated with the Golden Age of Athenian democracy, philosophy and architecture. Discover the astonishing construction of the Parthenon, dedicated to goddess Athena. Admire the Erechtheion with its renowned Caryatids and the view of the temple of Athena Nike. Gaze at the infinite modern city from the hilltop, stretching between low mountains and the Aegean Sea.

2. 2

   Acropolis Museum

   1.5 hours

   Continue on to the spectacular Acropolis museum, the most modern museum of Athens. Made of concrete, steel and glass, it houses a wide collection of original sculptures from the Acropolis and its slopes. The ground glass-made floor reveals to visitors the ruins of ancient buildings underneath, while it displays a pottery collection of high artistic value. The marble masterpieces that have been transferred here from the Acropolis for protection and preservation are waiting to be discovered in the first floor and the top Parthenon Gallery floor with its impressive view of the Acropolis hill, the Lycabettus hill and the rest of the city.

3. 3

   Temple of Olympian Zeus

   20 min

   Visit the magnificent Olympeion with the Temple of Zeus and the Hadrian’s Arch.

4. 4

   Panathenaic Stadium

   20 min

   Next visit is where the first Olympic Games started,the Panathenaic Stadium ( known as Kallimarmaron)

5. 5

   Presidential Mansion

   10 min

   You can admire the traditional Change of the Guard

6. 6

   Academy of Athens

   Pass by

   Historical building

7. 7

   Stop 7

   10 min

   Modern Parliament Building and Soldie rChanging of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

8. 8

   National Library of Greece

   Pass by

   Historical building

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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