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4 Hours - Athens & Acropolis Highlights Private Tour

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For those pressed for time yet eager to experience Athens' essential highlights, this is the perfect solution! Explore the Acropolis, a beacon of Western civilization, and be enchanted by its timeless beauty. Following this, delight in a scenic drive through the city, taking in its most significant landmarks. This experience ensures you capture the spirit of Athens in a brief yet memorable visit.

Overview

For those pressed for time yet eager to experience Athens' essential highlights, this is the perfect solution! Explore the Acropolis, a beacon of Western civilization, and be enchanted by its timeless beauty. Following this, delight in a scenic drive through the city, taking in its most significant landmarks. This experience ensures you capture the spirit of Athens in a brief yet memorable visit.

Itinerary

  • Acropolis

    Sightseeing in Athens starts with the hill of Acropolis which will make your day. On the historical hill, you will have the opportunity to see the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the monumental gateway (Propylaea), the Erechtheum and of course the famous Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena.

  • Propylaea

    The Propylaea is the monumental entrances to the sacred area dedicated to Athena, the patron goddess of the city. Built by the architect Mnesicles with Pentelic marble, their design was avant-garde.

  • Parthenon

     Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena, the most famous building in the world, symbol of the Athenian Democracy and the Western Civilization. 

  • Erechtheion

     Temple of Poseidon and Athena, the most sacred place in ancient Athens with the incredible female featured columns, Karyatides. 

  • Temple of Athena Nike

    Temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike.

  • Odeon of Herodes Atticus

    The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a stone Roman theater structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis of Athens, Greece. The building was completed in 161 AD and then renovated in 1950.

  • Temple of Olympian Zeus

    After the Acropolis, we will head towards the Temple of Zeus, the biggest in antiquity, devoted to the King of the Gods, by way of Hadrian's Arch.   

  • Panathenaic Stadium

    We will visit Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.

  • Lycabettus Hill

    Then moving into the historical center of the city we will drive up the highest hill of Athens, Lycabettus Hill, where you’ll have the best panoramic view of the city, from the hill of Acropolis to the Aegean Sea.

  • Hellenic Parliament

    The Hellenic Parliament, in Greek known as Voulí ton Ellínon is the parliament of Greece, located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square in Athens. The Parliament is the supreme democratic institution that represents the citizens through an elected body of Members of Parliament.

  • Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

    We will see the changing of the guard by the elite unit of the Greek Army (Evzones) in front of the old palace, which is today Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.   

  • Syntagma Square

    Syntagma Square is the central square of Athens. The square is named after the Constitution that Otto, the first King of Greece, was obliged to grant after a popular and military uprising on 3rd of September 1843.

  • The Academy of Athens

    The Academy Building constitutes one of three parts in an “architectural trilogy”. It was founded with the Constitutional Decree of March 18th, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts.

  • The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

    The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is the largest state institution of higher learning in Greece, and among the largest universities in Europe. The splendid Athens University was designed by the Danish architect Christian Hansen and completed in 1864.

  • The National Library of Greece

    The National Library of Greece was built at the end of the 19th century, as the last of the Architectural Triligy of Athens, a group of three neoclassical buildings which also includes the Academy and the University. The building was designed by Theophil Hansen.   

Location

Meeting Point Map

Duration

4 hours

Start Times

08:00, 08:30, 13:00, 13:30, 17:30

Address

Theorias 21, Athina 105 58, Greece

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Inclusions

  • Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.] Skip the line tickets [Acropolis]
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Bottled water

Exclusions

  • Airport Pick Up and drop-off [Additional cost] Licensed Tour guide upon request depending on availability [Additional cost - 250 €]
  • Snacks

Additional Information

  • The drivers are not licensed to accompany you on the Acropolis or inside any other site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.
  • The duration of the tours is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Our company complies with all the health instructions of the World Health Organization about COVID-19.
  • Our contact Email: info@olivesea.com - Don't hesitate to ask any more questions you may have.
  • Pick up time adjustable upon your request.

Requirements

  • Suitable clothing and athletic walking shoes are recommended for your comfort
  • Hats, sunglasses and suntan lotion are highly recommended.

Guide Languages

  • English

Cancellation Policy

  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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