From the Acropolis to Omonia Square, you'll see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens on this comprehensive morning tour. Offering a perfect overview of the modern city, this guided tour will help you get your bearings if this is your first visit to Athens.
- Comprehensive tour of the city
- Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
- Informative, friendly and professional guide
- All entrance fees included
Your tour takes you past the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament House on Constitution Square. You'll drive past the Panathenian Stadium (site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896) and see the Presidential Palace (ex Royal Palace), government buildings and elegant homes. The drive along Panepistimiou Avenue takes you past the Catholic cathedral, the Academy, university, National Library and Omonia Square.
After seeing the highlights of modern Athens, it's time to tour the past with a visit to the Roman Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Acropolis, Athens' crowning beauty. Highlights include the impressive Parthenon, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion, with its Porch of Maidens. To delve further into the past, you can opt to upgrade your tour to include a visit to the Athens new Acropolis Museum.
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Schedule details
Parthenon, Athens
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Departure Point:
Selected Athens hotels or Hotel Amalia near Syntagma SquareDeparture Time:
- 8:30am
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
Return Details:
Returns to original departure point at approximately 1:45pm except on Mondays when it will end at approximately 12:30pmPricing information
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Tour options:
Athens Half-Day Sightseeing Tour including admission to the Acropolis Museum (Tuesday to Sunday)
Conducted in English
Athens Half-Day Sightseeing Tour excluding admission to the Acropolis Museum (Monday)
Conducted in English
Additional information
Athens, Greece
Inclusions:
- Professional guide
- Entrance fees
- Local taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
Exclusions:
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- Port pick up is not available
- This tour includes a visit to the Acropolis Museum (on Tuesdays to Sundays only). On Mondays, the tour visits the Roman Temple of Olympian Zeus instead. The duration of the tour on a Monday is approximately 4 hours.
- Note that the new Acropolis Museum is closed on Mondays
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