Athens Sightseeing & Acropolis Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Acropolis Museum
- Admire the Parthenon
- Visit the Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Stroll through Plaka neighborhood
- See the Ancient Agora ruins
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Athens' historic sites
- Entry ticket to the Acropolis
- Visit to the Parthenon and Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: Board the vehicle and begin with a panoramic drive around Syntagma Square, passing by the National Garden, Hadrian’s Arch, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Catholic Cathedral, and Schliemann’s House. Continue past the Athens Trilogy, which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library as your guide introduces you to the ancient and modern history of Athens.
Next, it's time for a photo stop at the white marble Panathinaiko Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games took place in 1896, before passing by Zappeion and the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
Make your way to the iconic Acropolis, one of the world's most recognized ancient sites. Visit Propylaea, the Acropolis' monumental entrance which blends Doric and Ionic building principles, and the small Temple of Athena Nike, which stands on a protruding mass of rock, protecting the gate to the ancient citadel. Admire the ruined temples of the Parthenon and Erechtheion before concluding your tour with a drop-off back at the original departure point.
Meeting point
Start Location
Athanasiou Diakou 26, Athens, Greece
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
- Photography is allowed; please be respectful of local customs.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Traveler reviews
Excellent value tour
We were visiting from Liverpool, our first time in Athens and our tour guide, Maria, really made the entire Acropolis come alive. EXCELLENT! It was well worth the time and the effort. I would recommend staying for the museum part of the tour as it added to the depth of understanding. An excellent and educational experience.
Historical tour
Very informative and amazing day , my guide had lots of information which helped to understand the history of the city
Quite a pleasant experience!
I liked that hotel pickup/drop off was offered. Our tour guide Anastasia was very knowledgeable and nice. She made sure that we were all in the group before she went any further. It wasn’t easy considering that Acropolis was very crowded. She gave clear instructions as to where to go for breaks and where to meet after our free time. It was a very pleasant experience to see the amazing Acropolis which housed the Parthenon, Temple of Athena, etc. We were a group of 8 and everyone agreed that it was well worth it. The city tour afterwards was a plus!
Athens sightseeing Half Day
Overall disappointing. First off the coach arrived late and then we had to undergo a series of transfers before finally taking off The English speaking guide was certainly not upto the mark as her command of English was poor. At the Acropolis, we were made to stand in the sun whilst the guide tried to explain /narrate in not-so-good English. Why she didnt take us to shaded part is a mystery(It was 30 deg on that day)
Only way to see the Acropolis
Given the number of tourists that cram into the Acropolis daily, we decided to utilise the Key Tours "Morning Tour #1" as a means to achieve a best outcome. The tour went for 3.5 hours and at €61 per person was good value, as it included €20 entry fee to the Acropolis. The first 1 hour drive around Athens gave a useful insight into venues that we would follow up later. Our guide - Marilena, from Key Tours was competent and knowledgabke, fluent in English and very personable. Her knowledge of Athenian history was comprehensive and we learned a great deal. We attended the Acropolis on a usually busy day and moving around was difficult...but that is just the way it is. The Parthenon and associated historical sights are remarkable, and this is a good way to "do" it. There is adequate time to take the necessary photographs! We would use Key Tours again and would be delighted if Marilena were our guide.