Athens half day Private Tour

Are you intrested in exploring the ancient magic world with safety, comfort ,privatization,flexibility .So, here we are.Lets go together to explore the birth place of democracy and philosophy.
The Acropolis,Propylaea,Temple of Athena Nike, Erechthion,Parthenon the theater of Dionysos,the Roman Odeon and the Areopagus the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were revived on 1896 ,the Presidenstial Mansion, the ex-Royal Palace where you can enjoy the traditional Change of the Guards.Then the three buildings of knowledge (the University, the Academy, the National Library) the Parliament building and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Old Greek Parliament.
The Lycabetus hill the Roman Agora in the famous Plaka.You’ll admire there the tower of the winds and the library of Adrian. At the end we’ll finish with a walk in the flee market at Monasiraki next to Plaka.

The Athens sightseeing tour starts by visiting the imposing naturally fortified hill of the Acropolis. The tour includes a walk that travels the visitors through ancient times in one of the oldest cities in the world, which was considered as the cradle of the western civilization, birthplace of the philosophy, the theatre and the democracy.

By passing the monumental gate of Propylaea you’ll see the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechteion and the Parthenon. You will enjoy the panoramic view of Athens and Piraeus port. At the foot of the Acropolis hill you’ll see the ancient theater of Dionysos (the oldest theatre of the world), the Odeon of Herodus Atticus and the Areopagus (Mars Hill).

The temple of Olympian Zeus is one of the most ancient ones since here was the place of worship of Zeus from the beginning of history. Peisistratus the tyrant, wanted to construct a majestic temple around the end of the 6th Century BC, but in the meantime, the tyranny fell from power and his plans were canceled by democratic Athens. A century later, the Peisistratus’ regime was so much hated by the democratic Athenians that they didn’t want to complete a work that reminded them of his tyranny. Therefore, this material was used to build the Themistocleian walls.Finally, the Roman Emperor Hadrian completed the temple about 700 years after Peisistratus had raised the first immense columns 7 feet 10 inches in diameter. The temple was inaugurated at 121 A.D. The 104 Corinthian marble columns of the Roman sanctuary were a third smaller, Though still the largest in Europe, as was the temple itself, 354 by 135 feet.

The Presidential Palace, formerly known as the New Palace, today houses the Presidency of the Hellenic Republic and is the official residence of the President of the Hellenic Republic in Athens. Prior to the abolition of the Kingdoms by the referendum of 1974, the building was the official palace of the Kings of the Greeks. There you will see the guards of the president of the Greek Republic a ceremonial infantry unit that guards the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Presidential Mansion in Athens, Greece.

The Plaka area is the old historical neighborhood of Athens, is situated under the Acropolis, around the northeastern slopes of the Sacred Rock, between Syntagma and Monastiraki metro stations. Its village-like atmosphere, neoclassical buildings, quaint cafes, souvenir shops, and museums make it a favorite among visitors and Athenians who stroll along its narrow streets. Plaka is visited by hundreds of thousands of tourists around the year.

Monastiraki (literally little monastery) is a flea market neighborhood in the old town of Athens and is one of the principal shopping districts in Athens. The area is home to souvenir shops, and specialty stores, and is a major tourist attraction in Athens.

The Academy of Athens was founded with the Constitutional Decree of March 18th, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts. This building is a copy of the Propylaea of the Acropolis.

Lycabettus hill is the highest point in the center of Athens. Thousands of Athenians and tourists climb up to the top every year to enjoy the view from a height of 277 meters.

The Panathenaic stadium provides you with a nice opportunity to learn how an ancient stadium of the 4th century BC was. The stadium doesn’t look like an ordinary archaeological site. There are no ruins. This stadium was not rebuilt during modern times. However, in 1896, during the first modern Olympic Games, there were works for the renovation of its marble covering. The work was financed by Georgios Averof. The present-day shape of the stadium is the same as the ancient stadium of the 4th century BC, was.

The Parthenon, dedicated by the Athenians to Athena Parthenos, the patron of their city, is the most magnificent creation of Athenian democracy at the height of its power. It is also the finest monument on the Acropolis in terms of both conception and execution. Built between 447 and 438 BC

The Propylaea. The monumental gateway of the Acropolis was designed by the architect Mnesikles and constructed in 437-432 B.C

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

• Athens half day Private Tour
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• Pick up /Drop off at Piareus cruise ship terminal
• Air-condition Vehicle-Wi-Fi on board
• Professional Drivers with knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.]
• Pick up /drop off from your accommodation in Athens
• bottled water

• Entrance fees
• Food and drinks
• Licensed Tour guide

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