• Acropolis - The Acropolis of Athens is a rocky hill standing 156 meters above sea level and about 70 meters above the city level of Athens. The Parthenon, a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, the city’s patroness, was designed by architects Iktinos, Kallikratis, and possibly Phidias in the 5th century BC. Visitors can also explore the Erechtheion with its famous Caryatids and the Propylaea.
• Parthenon - The Parthenon is a temple on the Athenian Acropolis in Greece, dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena, whom the Athenians regarded as their patron. Construction began in 447 BC and was completed in 438 BC, with decorations continuing until 432 BC. It is the most significant surviving building of Classical Greece and is considered the pinnacle of the Doric order’s development. Its decorative sculptures are regarded as masterpieces of Greek art.
• Erechtheion - The Erechtheion is an ancient Greek Ionic temple located on the north side of the Acropolis, primarily dedicated to the goddess Athena.
• Temple of Athena Nike - The Temple of Athena Nike is a temple on the Acropolis of Athens, dedicated to the goddesses Athena and Nike.
• Theatre of Dionysus - The Theatre of Dionysus is an ancient Greek theatre in Athens, situated on the south slope of the Acropolis hill, originally part of the sanctuary of Dionysus Eleuthereus.
• Herod Atticus Odeon - The Odeon of Herodes Atticus, also known as Herodion, is a stone Roman theatre structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis.
• Acropolis Museum - The Acropolis Museum is an archaeological museum focused on the findings from the archaeological site of the Acropolis of Athens. It was built to house every object found on the Acropolis sacred rock and at its base, covering a wide period from the Mycenaean era to Roman and Early Christian Athens. The museum, located on the archaeological site of Makrigianni Byzantine Athens, was founded on June 20th, 2009.
• Panathenaic Stadium - The Panathenaic Stadium, also known as Kallimarmaro, is the oldest operating stadium in the world, where the Olympic Games have been held three times. It is the only major stadium globally built entirely of white marble.
• Temple of Olympian Zeus - Like the Acropolis, the Temple of Olympian Zeus has been a prominent Athenian landmark for centuries. The Pillars of Olympian Zeus, an outdoor ancient temple of Athena, is a half-complete temple dedicated to Zeus, the chief of the Olympian Gods. Its impressive history and partial destruction make it an intriguing site to study, and its size attracts many tourists. It is surrounded by other monuments, such as the Kallimarmaro stadium, Hadrian’s Arch, and Zappeion Megaron. It is within walking distance from the Athens center, 500 meters east of the Acropolis and south of Syntagma Square.
• Arch of Hadrian - The Arch of Hadrian, commonly known in Greek as Hadrian’s Gate, is a monumental gateway resembling a Roman triumphal arch. It spanned an ancient road from the center of Athens, Greece, to the complex of structures on the eastern side of the city, including the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
• Zappeion - The Zappeion is a large, palatial building next to the National Gardens of Athens in the heart of Athens, Greece. It is generally used for meetings and ceremonies, both official and private, and is one of the city’s most renowned modern landmarks.
• National Garden - The National Garden, or Royal Garden, is a public park (38 acres) in the center of the Greek capital. It is located directly behind the Greek Parliament building (The Old Palace) and extends south to the area where the Zappeion is located, across from the Kalimarmaro. The Garden also encloses some ancient ruins, and features busts of Ioannis Kapodistrias, the first governor of Greece, and the Philhellene Jean-Gabriel Eynard, as well as celebrated Greek poets Dionysios Solomos, author of the Greek National Hymn, and Aristotelis Valaoritis.
• Hellenic Parliament - The Hellenic Parliament is the Parliament of Greece, an imposing building located in the Parliament House (Old Royal Palace), overlooking Constitution Square in Athens. The Greek Parliament, the old Palace of King Othon, is located in Syntagma Square, and the Unknown Soldier Monument is guarded 24 hours a day by the Presidential Guard.
• Syntagma - 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 September 3, 1843. It is located in front of the 19th-century Old Royal Palace, which has housed the Greek Parliament since 1934. Syntagma Square is the most important square of modern Athens from both a historical and social perspective, at the heart of commercial activity and Greek politics.
• Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Visitors can witness the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is now the Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.
• National and Kapodistrian University of Athens - The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) is an integral part of the modern Greek intellectual tradition, life, and international presence. It successfully combines an established name and authority with dynamic development and creative participation in modern letters and science. It is the oldest university in the country, founded by the Royal Decree of April 22, 1837, under the name “Othonian University,” as the first king of modern Greece, Otto of Bavaria, was its founder. Initially, it consisted of four Schools (Theology, Law, Medicine, and Philosophy, the latter still comprising Mathematics and Applied Sciences) with a total of 52 students. Its first location was a neoclassical house on the north slope of the Acropolis hill, originally the home of the architect Stamatis Kleanthis (today the Museum of the University’s History is housed there).
• The Academy of Athens - The Academy of Athens is Greece’s national academy and the highest research establishment in the country. It was established in 1926, with its founding principle tracing back to the historical Academy of Plato, and operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Education. The Academy’s main building is one of the major landmarks of Athens.
• National Library of Greece - The National Library (Vallianeion) is a magnificent neoclassical reading room that once housed over 2 million books and manuscripts, including 5,200 manuscripts that feature over 300 Greek New Testament manuscripts and handwritten renditions of works by Aristotle, Plato, and Homer.
• Mount Lycabettus - Lycabettus is a hill in Athens. It features the small church of Agios Georgios at its summit, and a cable car is also available. Lycabettus is the second highest point of the Attica basin after Turkovounia, rising to 277 meters above sea level and 227 meters above the city.
• Plaka - Plaka is the oldest and most charming district in Athens. It lies right below the Acropolis, characterized by winding medieval alleyways with romantic narrow steps, neoclassical mansions, and houses with red tiles and balconies adorned with colorful flowers. Greek literature often refers to Plaka as the “neighborhood of the Gods.” Typical Greek taverns and street cafés serving ice-cold frappés are also characteristic of the area.
• Monastiraki - The lively Monastiraki area is known for iconic landmarks, including the ruins of Hadrian’s Library, the Ancient Agora, and the rebuilt Stoa of Attalos, which houses a museum exhibiting Athenian artifacts.
• Hadrian’s Library - Once the most luxurious public building in the city, Hadrian’s Library was constructed around AD 132. It features an internal courtyard and pool bordered by 100 columns.
• Stoa of Attalos - The Stoa of Attalos was a stoa in the Agora of Athens, Greece. It was built by and named after King Attalos II of Pergamon, who ruled between 159 BC and 138 BC.
• Ancient Agora of Athens - The Ancient Agora of Athens is an open space located near and northwest of the Acropolis. In antiquity, it served as the administrative, philosophical, educational, social, cultural, and primarily economic center of the city.
• National Archaeological Museum - The National Archaeological Museum in Athens houses some of the most important artifacts from various archaeological sites around Greece, spanning from prehistory to late antiquity. It is considered one of the greatest museums in the world and contains the richest collection of Greek Antiquity artifacts worldwide.

• Hotel/Airbnb/Port Piraeus Pick up & Drop off (Without extra charge)
• Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with A/C, Child Seats
• English speaking driver with knowledge of the history. Not licensed to accompany you in any site.
• Bottled water
• On-board WiFi
• Mobile Chargers
• Assistance with purchasing Skip-the-Line tickets (customer covers ticket cost)
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Private transportation - Tour

• Licensed Tour guide upon request depending on availability.
• Private transportation
• The guide driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you at any site/museum.
• The tickets for all archeological places and museums
• Entrance fees
• Entrance fees
• Entrance fees

Experience a relaxing, private tour with priority access to key archaeological sites. Tickets are provided by your driver upon pickup, allowing you to bypass lengthy lines. Travel in a luxurious vehicle, enjoy flexible stops, and explore at your leisure with professional drivers for an unforgettable Greek adventure.

This Half Day Athens Tour is ideal for exploring the city’s highlights in just a few hours. Visit the renowned Acropolis, Parthenon, and delightful historic neighborhoods like Plaka and Monastiraki. Take in breathtaking city views, delve into Athens’ rich history, and immerse yourself in the lively local atmosphere—all without feeling hurried. Perfect for travelers seeking a concise, memorable Athens experience. Athens is not just a city to see—it is a city to experience…

• Additional fees if the tour concludes at a location other than the designated meeting point.
• Flexible Pick-Up Times - Customize pick-up times to suit your schedule.
• Hourly Extensions - Extend your tour for a fee, adaptable to your needs.
• You must choise one of two museums: Acropolis Museum or National Archaeological Museum
• Ticket prices for archaeological sites vary depending on the season, either winter or summer
• The Acropolis is closed on January 1st, March 25th, May 1st, Easter Sunday, and December 25th and 26th.

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