Athens & Acropolis Highlights: Private 4-hour Tour Covering Key City Sights

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If you’re pressed for time but still want to take in the best of Athens, this is the ideal option! Experience the Acropolis and be mesmerized by the emblem of Western civilization. Afterwards, take pleasure in a scenic drive around the city as you appreciate its most significant sights.

Duration: 4 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

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.

What's Included

Bottled water provided
Complimentary pick-up and drop-off from hotels, Airbnbs, or ports
Skip-the-line tickets to the Acropolis and Temple of Zeus included
Knowledgeable professional drivers
Transportation in a private vehicle

What's Not Included

Airport Pick Up and drop-off [Additional cost]
Licensed Tour guide upon request— depending on availability [Additional cost: 250€]
Personal Expenses

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.
Please contact us after your booking if you are using a wheelchair or if…

Location

Herodion Hotel

Rovertou Galli

PRIVATE TOUR option: Hotel Pick up & Drop off / SMALL GROUP option: Meeting Point at ''Herodion Hotel''

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings

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Alberta_m

May 2, 2025

Acropolis - Our tour guide, Panos was excellent as our driver and tour guide. He was knowledge and on top of the entire tour.

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Ronald_m

Apr 30, 2025

Great way to see the highlights - Janis was a great guide. Very prompt and professional. We saw so many sites and enjoyed the afternoon very much. Great explanations and he kept it all interesting. Great to be able to avoid the lines at the acropolis. Loved it. Highly recommend this program.

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Zoem80

Apr 30, 2025

Special memories - This was such a fantastic experience from start to finish and a trip that will remain in my memory forever. The booking process was very straight forward, with the booking agent quick to respond to any questions. My guide was Panos who was fantastic! He was on time and he instantly made me feel comfortable making sure I was comfortable. The car was absolutely immaculate and incredibly comfortable. Having a local tour guide was a dream as he had so much knowledge which was very interesting. It’s evident Panos has a love for Athens which is infectious. The tour itself has excellent coverage across the city starting with priority access to the Acropolis which is magnificent, and then makes it way around all the key locations.. A particular highlight for me was the changing of the guards. This was really special to me and to see that happen right in front of my eyes was spectacular. Having Panos guide me to enable a picture with the Evzones was amazing! I cannot recommend the tour enough. A wonderful experience which has been a perfect start to my trip. Thank you Panos for such a fantastic morning.

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Lac0lisr

Apr 28, 2025

An Unforgettable Experience!! - Mr Harris, our tour guide, was exceptional!! Our private tour was very relaxed and informative. His history of Athens was outstanding. Our only regret was that we didn't schedule a full day tour. The Changing of the Guard was definitely something to see and Mr Harris timed it perfectly on our tour to experience it. The highlight of our tour, despite spending time at Acropolis and the Ancient Agora, was concluding our tour at the top of Lycabettus. The 360 degree view of Athens will last us a lifetime!!! Thank you for showing us an outstanding time Mr. Harris! Much appreciated!!!

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Tonikf3607tw

Apr 28, 2025

Excellent Athens tours - Ocean was a terrific guide. Very friendly and knowledgeable. We felt comfortable and learned much about Athens and Greek history.

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Dennis_d

Apr 26, 2025

Well worth it. - Ioannis did a great job. Explained all the important aspects of Athens and provided some nice surprises, like the changing of the guards at the presidential palace. Good combo of skip the line entrance and flexibility to customize.

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Mary_g

Apr 25, 2025

Acropolis - Very informative and enjoyable. Tour Guide Andres was so pleasant and made the experience so memorable. Gave very detailed information and made it fun!

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Nancyj_g

Apr 20, 2025

Athens - Our guide, Padelis, was great. He was very knowledgeable and accommodating. We would highly recommend him.

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256sheltonk

Apr 5, 2025

Great Quick Private Tour - John and Manos were tremendous showing us around Athens and providing us stories of history, culture, and funny tidbits. Dropped us off and picked us up on time at the Acropolis (Go as early in the morning as you can for no crowds) and then personally showed us many highlights around the city including positioning us perfectly for the changing of the guard. Comfortable vehicle and Good People!!

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