Private Tour Athens: Acropolis, Museum & Olympian Zeus
Description
Most visitors see the Acropolis in a crowd. On this private tour, you move at your own pace in a luxury vehicle, with no shared groups. From the Parthenon and the Erechtheion to the Panathenaic Stadium, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the world-class Acropolis Museum - the best of Athens, seamlessly covered in one private experience. 100% Private & Tailor-Made: A fully personalized experience dedicated entirely to your group, moving completely at your own pace. Luxury Fleet & Comfort: Travel between landmarks in a modern, air-conditioned luxury vehicle or minivan with a professional, English-speaking driver. The Perfect Athens Intro: Ideal for cruise passengers, short-stay travelers, and first-timers covering the absolute best of Athens in one seamless tour. Flexible Guiding Options: Choose our premium option to explore with a licensed archaeologist guide and skip-the-line access, or opt for a scenic, self-guided exploration.
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Itinerary
Your private driver will meet you directly at the Piraeus cruise port or your hotel, no searching, no waiting. From the moment you step in, the day is yours. Your first stop is the Acropolis - the ancient citadel that still dominates the Athens skyline after 2,500 years. Walk among the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, and the Temple of Athena Nike, as your guide brings the stories behind each column and frieze to life. There is nowhere else on earth quite like this.
Just below the rock, the Acropolis Museum is one of the finest archaeological museums in the world. Original sculptures, intricate friezes, and artifacts from the site itself tell the full story of ancient Athens - in a building designed so you can see the Acropolis through the glass as you explore.
One of the largest temples of the ancient world, dedicated to Zeus and completed by Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century CE. Of the original 104 colossal columns, 15 still stand - enough to give you a sense of the sheer scale of what once existed here.
Built entirely of marble, the Panathenaic Stadium hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 - and it still takes your breath away. A brief stop here puts you standing in the same place where modern sport was born.
Your driver takes you through the heart of the city - past the Hellenic Parliament, the University, the National Library, and the Presidential Residence, where the Evzones stand guard in their iconic traditional uniform. A living piece of Greek history, right on the street
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Acropolis Accessibility: Please note that the Acropolis archaeological site involves uneven terrain, marble steps, and inclines. While an elevator is available on-site, it is strictly reserved for certified wheelchair users and individuals with severe mobility issues, requiring pre-arrangement.
- Strollers & Children: Collapsible strollers can be easily accommodated in our luxury vehicles. Infant seats are available upon request at the time of booking.
- Physical Fitness: A moderate amount of walking is involved. This tour is not recommended for travelers with severe walking difficulties or heart conditions.
- Piraeus Port Pickup: For cruise passengers, your private driver will be waiting for you directly outside your ship's arrival terminal, holding a personalized sign with your name on it for effortless identification.
Reviews(17)
Tour guide was wonderful. Full of information and very hospitable. I highly recommend this tour and guide.
Our private guide, hotel pickup and drop off was definitely well worth the fee, both driver and guide made the excursion meaningful.
We’re really pleased to hear that the private tour, along with the hotel pickup and drop-off, worked so well for you and added to the overall experience. It’s great to know that both your driver and guide helped make the excursion smooth, enjoyable, and memorable. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in Greece in the future!
Review: Our private Athens tour was outstanding from start to finish. Communication was excellent, and our driver arrived early with a clean, comfortable car and safe driving throughout. The tour guide was exceptional—knowledgeable, engaging, and well-prepared. Advance tickets were arranged, allowing us to make the most of our time without waiting in long lines. The team was very accommodating to our needs. Notes for future travelers: All major attractions are quite crowded, and the tour includes approximately two miles of walking over uneven surfaces. This itinerary does not include the Plaka district. The cost includes 55 € per person entry fees Highly recommend this tour for anyone seeking a smooth, well-organized experience in Athens.
Dear Philip, Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed and thoughtful feedback. We are very pleased to learn that you enjoyed your private Athens tour and valued the professionalism of both your driver and guide. Your comments will be shared with our partners, who will be glad to know that their efforts contributed to your positive experience. We would be delighted to have the opportunity to assist you again on a future visit to Greece. Warm regards, Private Tours Greece Team
We highly recommend this company. Our guide was wonderful! she was funny and most of all, her knowledge was amazing! We want to use her again.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’d love to welcome you back soon for another great experience in Greece.
We were so pleased with Eirini, our guide through Tours by Locals. She was extremely knowledgeable and such a delight! Highly recommend.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that Eirini made your tour enjoyable with her knowledge and charm. Your recommendation means a lot, and we hope to welcome you again soon
Antonia was a great tour guide. She kept a good pace moving easily through the crowds & tied in the history with the architecture. She made an awesome suggestion for a break with ice cream & donuts. Big hit.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re happy to hear that Antonia took such great care of you. We’d love to welcome you again on another adventure soon!
If you can get tour guide, Maria and driver George, you will have an amazing time. Maria was so informative, so nice, and easy going. She made the tour relaxing and fun. Gearge, the driver , was also friendly and outgoing. Both made a good team. Private tour is the way to go. You just get more out of it. It’s worth the extra cost.
This was an amazing tour. We also did private tour of Corinth and Delphi. The company private tours Greece was fantastic with all arrangements by Effie and Pattie Our divers Georgeus and Demetrius were excellent and very knowledgeable Highly recommend
The locations to visit are wonderful. The acropolis and the museum especially. For the rest it was only a quick look through the car window, with no visit and limited explanation. There seem to have been a misunderstanding as we didn’t visit all the locations listed on the list. The car and driver were great. Our guide had a strong accent that made it a bit hard to understand. It was also a bit of a shame that we could not get tickets for an early visit of the acropolis, and that we had to visit around 11/12 when the sun was very hot. We had to buy the tickets extra for 120€ for 3 people, in addition to 640€ for the visit, it’s a bit steep for the quality we got.
Dear Customer, Thank you for your feedback on your recent visit. We appreciate your kind words about the locations, car, and driver. We regret that the guide's accent made it difficult to understand and that the timing for the Acropolis visit was less than ideal. Unfortunately, securing early tickets can sometimes be challenging due to high demand Regarding the cost, we aim to provide a high-quality service that justifies the price. Your feedback is valuable, and we will take it into account as we look to enhance our offerings.
Great tour and an excellent guide. “Mercury” was awesome and has great knowledge. He can tailor the tour to your interests or needs. Traffic in Athens to meet up is a bite but what can you do. Highly recommend this tour.
