Athens Highlights: a Mythological Tour
4 hours
Athens, Greece
About this activity
Make your way to a central location in Athens, where you join a guide and small group for a walking tour of the city’s ancient landmarks. Hear the story of Athens from the city’s founding to its Golden Age, battles, and rebirth, and meet the key characters of Greek mythology. As you walk through the city, take in the main sites of ancient Athens, but also lesser-known gems that are often overlooked.
In the Acropolis itself, see the Parthenon, the Theater of Dionysus, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, and the Sanctuary of Asklepios. From there, take in the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the ancient Agora, the Temple of Hephaestus, filled with historic graves and crumbling ruins. After a half day of exploring, this tour concludes at a central location in Athens.
Highlights
- Hear stories about ancient Greek daily life and beliefs
- Exploring the ruins with a storytelling guide puts the sites in context
- Visit the key landmarks within the Acropolis and beyond
- Departs from a convenient meeting point in central Athens
Full description
Discover Athens architecture though ancient Greek gods and heroes on a tour that blends real-world buildings with the stories that inspired them. Your guide handles navigation and tells you about ancient Greek society as you stroll through the Acropolis, visiting temples dedicated to Zeus and Hephaestus. It’s a great all-ages introduction to ancient Greece and includes many of Athens’ top sites.
Included / Excluded
- Expert licensed guide
- Wireless Tour Guide System
- Entry fees
- Food or drinks
- Gratuities
- Entry/Admission - Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Entry/Admission - Acropolis
- Entry/Admission - Theater of Dionysus
- Entry/Admission - Temple of Athena Nike
- Entry/Admission - Erechtheion
- Entry/Admission - Parthenon
- Entry/Admission - Ancient Agora of Athens
- Entry/Admission - Temple of Hephaestus
Meeting point
Temple of Olympian Zeus, Athens 105 57, Greece Your meeting point is at the main entrance of the Temple of Olympian Zeus where the tickets booth is located, on Vasilissis Olgas Avenue (a paved street next to the tram lines) . Google maps link: <br>Ancient Agora of Athens, Adrianou 24, Athina 105 55, Greece
Important information
Know before you book
- Duration: 4h
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Frequently asked questions
FAQs
Additional information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if minimum is not met. In the unlikely event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
ID card or passport are required for people under the age of 18 for age confirmation
Strollers are not allowed at the Acropolis
It is recommended to wear a hat and sunscreen in summer months (June to Sept)
Near public transportation
As this is a walking tour, comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if minimum is not met. In the unlikely event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
ID card or passport are required for people under the age of 18 for age confirmation
Strollers are not allowed at the Acropolis
It is recommended to wear a hat and sunscreen in summer months (June to Sept)
Near public transportation
As this is a walking tour, comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers