Athens Trip Overview
Be inspired by the Acropolis with the colonnaded majestic Parthenon temple, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of Olympiad Zeus, the Panathenaic Olympic Stadium or Kalimarmaro, the dazzling Acropolis Museum and the captivating National Archaeological Museum.
Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from Mount Lycabettus, 300 metres above sea level before being tantalised by the neoclassical buildings of the ‘architectual trilogy’ consisting of the National library, Athens University and the Academy of Athens.
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the changing of the Royal Guards at Constitution Syntagma Square is also intriguing!
Lively Monastiraki known for iconic landmarks such as the ruins of Hadrian’s library, the Stoa of Attalos and the ancient Agora together with its flea market is of significant interest!
Explore the narrow cobblestone streets lined with tiny shops, sidewalk cafes and authentic tavernas at Plaka!
Additional Info
Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Athens, Greece
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Athens, Attica, Greece
Be inspired by the Acropolis with the colonnaded majestic Parthenon temple, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of Olympiad Zeus, the Panathenaic Olympic Stadium or Kalimarmaro, the dazzling Acropolis Museum and the captivating National Archaeological Museum.
Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from Mount Lycabettus, 300 metres above sea level before being tantalised by the neoclassical buildings of the ‘architectual trilogy’ consisting of the National library, Athens University and the Academy of Athens.
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the changing of the Royal Guards at Constitution Syntagma Square is also intriguing!
Lively Monastiraki known for iconic landmarks such as the ruins of Hadrian’s library, the Stoa of Attalos and the ancient Agora together with its flea market is of significant interest!
Explore the narrow cobblestone streets lined with tiny shops, sidewalk cafes and authentic tavernas at Plaka!
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Athens, Athens, Attica
Pickup from your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Hadrian’s Arch, Leoforos Vasilisis Amalias 50, Athina 105 58, Greece
Drive by Hadrian’s Arch
Stop At: Temple of Olympian Zeus, Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas Leoforos Amalias, Athens 105 57 Greece
Drive by the Temple of Olympiad Zeus (optional to visit)
Stop At: Kallimarmaro, 22 &, Πλ. Βαρνάβα, Αθήνα, Ελλάδα, Athina 116 36, Greece
Visit Olympic Stadium (Kallimarmaro)
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Mount Lycabettus, Athens Greece
Visit Licabettus Hill with magnificent panoramic views of Athens
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: National Archaeological Museum, Patision 44, Athens 106 82 Greece
Visit the breathtaking Archaeological Museum (with an option to visit the incredible Acropolis Museum)
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: National Library of Greece, 32 Panepistimiou Street, Athens 106 79 Greece
Drive by the National Library and Athens University
Stop At: Old Parliament, Stadiou 13, Athina 105 61, Greece
Drive by the famous Stadiou street with the remarkable statue of Theodoros Kolokotronis, “General” of the War Of Independence, 1821
Stop At: Hellenic Parliament, Parliament Mansion, Athens GR-10021 Greece
Visit the Constitution Square, the Hellenic Parliament and the changing of the Royal Guards
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Monastiraki, Athens Greece
Enjoy lunch at a traditional taverna
Shopping for your friends and family in the flea market
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Ancient Agora of Athens, Adrianou 24, Athens 105 55 Greece
Visit the remarkable Ancient Agora, tracing the footsteps of the Athenian philosophers
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Acropolis, Via Dionysiou Areopagitou Str., Athens 105 58 Greece
Visit the Acropolis (Sacred rock) and glorious Parthenon (Sunset views)
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Athens, Athens, Attica
Return to your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens
Duration: 10 minutes
