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'Athens City Tour': A Five-Hour Journey of Greece's Capital and Birthplace of Democracy
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Athens
'Athens City Tour': A Five-Hour Journey of Greece's Capital and Birthplace of Democracy. Visit the top sights, cover more ground in private transportation, and enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off. Explore at your own pace!
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Acropolis Museum - The Acropolis of Athens is a rocky hill 156 meters above sea level and approximately 70 meters above the level of the city of Athens. The Parthenon is a temple built in honor of the goddess Athena, patroness of the city of Athens. Τhe architects who worked were Iktinos, Kallikratis, and possibly Phidias (5th century BC). Finally, we will see the Erechtheion with the famous Karyatidis and the Propylaea.
- Parthenon - The Parthenon is a temple on the Athenian Acropolis, Greece, dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena, whom the people of Athens considered their patron. Its construction began in 447 BC and was completed in 438 BC, although decorations of the Parthenon continued until 432 BC. It is the most important surviving building of Classical Greece, generally considered to be the culmination of the development of the Doric order. Its decorative sculptures are considered some of the high points of Greek art.
- Erechtheion - The Erechtheion is an ancient Greek Ionic temple on the north side of the Acropolis, which was 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.
- Theater of Dionysus - The Theatre of Dionysus is an ancient Greek theatre in Athens. It is built 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 called Herodion is a stone Roman theatre structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis.
- Panathenaic Stadium - 3. Panathenaic Stadium or else known as Kallimarmaro stadium – the oldest in operation stadium of the world
- Temple of Olympian Zeus - 4. Like the Acropolis, the temple of Olympian Zeus has been a distinctive Athenian landmark since time immemorial. The Pillars of Olympian Zeus, the outdoor ancient temple of Athena. The Temple of Olympian Zeus is a half-complete temple dedicated to Zeus, chief of Olympian Gods. It’s impressive history and destruction make the site interesting to study and its size a popular tourist attraction. It’s surrounded by other monuments, such as the Kallimarmaro stadium, the Hadrian’s Arch, and Zappeion Megaron. It’s within walking distance from the Athens center, 500 m east of the Acropolis and south from the Syntagma Square.
- Arch of Hadrian - The Arch of Hadrian, most commonly known in Greek as Hadrian’s Gate, is a monumental gateway resembling—in some respects—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 that included 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 continues to the South to the area where the Zappeion is located, across from the Kalimarmaro. The Garden also encloses some ancient ruins, side are the busts of Ioannis Kapodistrias, the first governor of Greece, and of the Philhellene Jean-Gabriel Eynard, of the 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 which is located in Syntagma Square and the Unknown Soldier Monument which 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 3 September 1843. It is located in front of the 19th-century Old Royal Palace, housing the Greek Parliament since 1934. Syntagma Square is the most important square of modern Athens from both a historical and social point of view, at the heart of commercial activity and Greek politics.
- Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - 6. We will see the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is today 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 old 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 22 April 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 (of Theology, Law, Medicine, and Philosophy, the latter still comprising at that time Mathematics and Applied Sciences) with a total of 52 students. Its first seat was a neo-classical house on the north slope of the Akropolis hill, originally the home of the architect Stamatis Kleanthis (today the Museum of the University’s History is housed there).
- The Academy of Athens - Τhe Platonic Academy, or simply, ”The Academy”, was a famous school in ancient Athens founded by Plato in 428/427 BC and located a couple of miles outside the ancient city named Akademeia, after the legendary hero, Akademos.
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National Library of Greece - National Library (Vallianeion)
This glorious neoclassical reading room once housed over 2 million books and manuscripts, among them 5.200 manuscripts that include over 300 Greek New Testament manuscripts and hand-written renditions of works by Aristotle, Plato and Homer. - Lykavittos (Mount Lycabettus) - Lycabettus is a hill of Athens . It has the small church of Agios Georgios at its top and a cable car also operates . Lykavittos is the second highest point of the Attica basin after Turkovunia and rises to 277 meters above sea level and 227 meters above the city.
- Plaka - 7. Plaka is the oldest and most charming district in Athens. It lies right below the Acropolis Winding medieval alleyways with romantic narrow steps, neoclassical mansions and houses with red tiles and balconies with colorful flowers characterize the neighborhood The Greek literature often called Plaka the neighborhood of the Gods Typical Greek taverns and street cafés serving ice-cold frappés are also characteristics of the area.
- Monastiraki - Lively Monastiraki is known for iconic landmarks including the ruins of Hadrian’s Library, the Ancient Agora and the rebuilt Stoa of Attalos, with a museum exhibiting Athenian artifacts.
- Hadrian’s Library - Once the most luxurious public building in the city, Hadrian’s Library was erected around AD 132. It has an internal courtyard and pool bordered by 100 columns.
- Ancient Agora of Athens - The agora was a central public space in ancient Greek city-states. It is the best representation of a city-state’s response to accommodate the social and political order of the polis. The literal meaning of the word “agora” is “gathering place” or “assembly”.
- 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.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Comfortable Mercedes-Benz vehicles
- Air conditioning and child seats for safety and comfort
- On-board WiFi for connectivity
- Complimentary bottled water
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Drivers with basic knowledge of destinations
- Access to mobile chargers
What's Not Included
- Licensed Tour guide upon request depending on availability.
- Airport Pick Up & drop-off (Additional charge).
- The guide driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you at any site/museum.
- The tickets for all archeological places and museums.
- All fees and/or taxes
Additional Information
Welcome to Athens, the heart of Greece and home to the origin of democracy. Known for its rich history, Athens has been a popular destination for travelers since ancient times. This city, and Greece as a whole, is renowned for its warm hospitality. Prepare to create unforgettable memories. If your schedule is tight but you yearn to experience all that Athens has to offer, consider a private tour lasting five to six hours. Your day begins with the convenience of being picked up from your hotel. Traveling via private vehicle ensures efficient use of your time. Moreover, you have the freedom to investigate each site on your own or opt for a certified guide at an extra cost.
- Experience Athens’ top attractions in just five hours.
- Use private transport to cover more points of interest.
- Benefit from hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Discover at your leisure
- 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.
Location
Acropolis Museum
Dionysiou Areopagitou 15
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Rene_b
May 23, 2024
Awesome - We had a great time. Got picked up right in time from
Our hotel and our guide made a great schedule to see a lot without waiting around
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Mary_a
May 7, 2024
Awesome Tour!! - Simos did an outstanding job. We were able to see the love he has for his city through his eyes. He was really accommodating when one of the couples couldn't make the walk to the Acropolis. He found an alternative for them in which they enjoyed.
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Nytravelernewyork
Oct 7, 2023
Great company...great tour! - I want to start by says this is a great company to work with. They were so accommodating, they even split our tour into two days because we were exhausted from traveling. John was our guide. He was wonderful. He made sure we saw the best of Athens and recommended a great restaurant on the water. I would highly recommend this company!
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Christine_r
Jul 15, 2023
Best way to get to know Athens - Booked this tour through Viator and received almost immediate and helpful communications from Marina, the Admin Assistant & booking agent for Greece Athens Taxi. On the day of our tour, our driver/guide, Konstantinos, was right on time to pick us up at the hotel. The Mercedes taxi was very clean, comfortable and cool. It was extremely hot the day of our tour and Konstantinos had a seemingly endless supply of cold water to offer us. He was a wonderful guide— very knowledgeable and interesting. He arranged the stops in a way to maximize our time and to see as much as possible. He’s was also flexible to accommodate our needs and wants during our 5 hour tour. I would absolutely recommend this tour and Konstantinos as a guide. It was a fabulous way to get to know Athens — especially on a very hot Summer day.
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J6466phlauras
Jun 29, 2023
Highly recommended - Our driver Dennis was very nice. He went above and beyond to make our experience enjoyable. He even offered to purchase our Acropolis tickets in advance. He also recommended a wonderful authentic Greek restaurant and we had the most delicious food.
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Teresa_r
Jun 23, 2023
City sites with family - The private 1/2 day tour was perfect for our little group. Andreas really did an outstanding job of showing us the highlights of Athens and providing historical insight. He was also wonderful with our group including our 1 year old grandson
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Elizabeth_s
Jun 12, 2023
Perfect start to our vacation! - We had an absolutely wonderful experience! Andreas was friendly, punctual, informative, and provided EXCELLENT communication before and throughout our tour. He drove us all around Athens to the must-see sites...and also enabled us to head off on our own to shop in the Plaka. We always knew exactly when and where to meet back up with him. His local expertise helped us maximize our time in Athens, which, sadly, was too short as we crammed in this sightseeing before embarking a cruise. This is a flexible way to see and do what YOU want without the stress of renting a car -- HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!
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Baluv2019
Jun 29, 2022
Great Trip - We had great time with our Gude Mr Socrates on our Athens City Tour. He was awesome to explain with patience.
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Eva
Apr 15, 2022
Wonderful driver - Our driver, Andreas Blades, from Taxi Gat Athens, was really nice and helpful. He offer us water and also battery charge for our phones. Also he gave us nice information about the buildings we saw during the tour. He was really friendly and allways on time.
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Diana_m
Jul 3, 2023
Trusted Viator too much! - Booked Athens City Tour with hotel pickup. Company changed driver and time last minute. Driver said he was just the taxi not a guide. We were too jet lagged to be dumped off at Parthenon.
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