Athens Highlights: Private Tour with Acropolis & Museum tickets

Discover the best of Athens in half a day on a private tour, visiting the city’s most iconic landmarks. Skip the lines and enjoy fast-track entry to the Acropolis, where you’ll marvel at the Parthenon, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus—wonders that showcase Athens’ rich history.

Next, explore the Acropolis Museum, home to Greece’s ancient treasures and fascinating artifacts that bring the city’s past to life.

Enjoy panoramic views from Mount Lycabettus, 300 meters above sea level, and admire the neoclassical elegance of the “Architectural Trilogy,” including the National Library, Athens University, and the Academy of Athens.

This exclusive half-day tour offers an unforgettable Athens experience, blending history and culture, all without the hassle. Perfect for those with limited time but eager to experience the essence of Greece.

Your sightseeing in Athens begins with the hill of Acropolis which will be the highlight of 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 goddess Athena.

The Propylaea is the monumental entrance to the sacred area dedicated to Athena, the patron goddess of the city. Built by the architect Mnesicles with Pentelic marble, their design was avant-garde. To the southwest of the Propylaea, on a rampart protecting the main entrance to the Acropolis, is the Ionian temple of Apteros Nike.

The Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena. The eternal symbol of the Athenian Democracy and the Western Civilization.

The Erechtheion or Temple of Athena Polias is an ancient Greek Ionic temple-telesterion on the north side of the Acropolis, the strongest and most sacred place in ancient Athens, primarily dedicated to the goddess Athena.

The Temple of Athena Nike is a temple on the Acropolis of Athens, dedicated to the goddesses Athena and Nike. Built around 420 BC, the temple is the earliest fully Ionic temple on the Acropolis.

The Theatre of Dionysus Eleuthereus is a major theatre in Athens, considered to be the world’s first ever theatre, built at the foot of the Athens Acropolis.

Located on the southern slope of the Acropolis, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a Roman-era stone theater built in 161 CE in memory of Herodes Atticus’ wife, Regilla. Renowned for its exceptional acoustics, it once seated 5,000 spectators and hosted music and theater performances. Today, it serves as a premier venue for the Athens Festival, offering unforgettable events against the iconic Acropolis backdrop.

Following our tour of the Acropolis, we will head towards the Temple of Zeus, the largest temple in antiquity, devoted to the King of the Gods, by way of Hadrian’s Arch.

A modern architectural masterpiece at the foot of the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum showcases a stunning collection of artifacts from the Archaic and Classical periods, with a special emphasis on the 5th century BCE Acropolis. Highlights include the Parthenon Gallery, ancient sculptures, and the remarkable integration of an excavated Athenian neighborhood visible beneath the glass floors. Opened in 2009, this award-winning museum offers a unique blend of ancient history and contemporary design, making it a must-visit for any history enthusiast.

We will visit the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.

We will view the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which today is the Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.

The Hellenic Parliament, in Greek known as “Voulí ton Ellínon” is the parliament of Greece, located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square. The Parliament is the supreme democratic institution that represents the citizens through an elected body of Members of Parliament.

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 the 3rd of September 1843.

The Academy Building constitutes one of three parts in an “architectural trilogy”. It was founded with the Constitutional Decree of March 18th, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts.

The National Library of Greece was built at the end of the 19th century, as the last of the Architectural Trilogy of Athens, a group of three neoclassical buildings which also includes the Academy and the University. The building was designed by Mr Theophil Hansen.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• This is a fully private tour, οnly your group will participate.
• Our tour drivers are not certified tour guides, but they are fluent in English and well versed in Greek history. Although they are not permitted to enter the archaeological sites with our guests, they can certainly answer all of your questions about the places you visit on tour and will definitely bring the history alive.

• Athens Highlights: Private Tour with Acropolis & Museum tickets
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• WiFi on board
• Fast-track admission tickets for the Acropolis/Parthenon & the Acropolis Museum
• Pick-up and drop-off service: Athens Hotel, Airbnb, or Port
• Professional Tour Drivers well versed in Greek history (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
• Transportation by private first class vehicle
• Bottled water

• Licensed tour guide to accompany guests into the sites and museums (additional cost from 200 euros)
• Food and Drinks
• Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)

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• This Tour is Provided by Ancient Greece Tours & Transfers.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 6 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.