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Excellent tour of Athens and the Acropolis.
Terry, our private tour guide and driver, was very knowledgeable and provided an excellent overview of Athens and it’s history. He was friendly and very personable.
4 Hours - Athens & Acropolis Highlights Private Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $172 / person
- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 779 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Olive Sea Travel
- Meeting point
- PRIVATE TOUR optionHotel Pick up & Drop off /SMALL GROUP optionMeeting Point at ''Herodion Hotel''
Description
If you have short time but you want to see the highlights of Athens that’s the best way! Visit the Acropolis and feel captured by the symbol of the western civilization. Then enjoy your drive around the city admiring the most important parts of it.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, and 5:30 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $172
- Child (ages 0–17)
- $40
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $440.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 5:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:41 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 42 of the next 180 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Acropolis
Sightseeing in Athens starts with the hill of Acropolis which will make 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 virgin goddess Athena.
Propylaea
The Propylaea is the monumental entrances 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 south-west of the Propylaea, on a rampart protecting the main entrance to the Acropolis, is the Ionian temple of Apteros Nike.
Parthenon
Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena, the eternal symbol of the Athenian Democracy and the werstern civilization.
Erectheion
Temple of Poseidon and Athena, the strangest and most sacred place in ancient Athens.
Temple of Athena Nike
Temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike or Wingless Victory.
Theatre of Dionysus
The Theatre of Dionysus Elefthereus is a major theatre in Athens, considered to be the world's first theatre, built at the foot of the Athenian Acropolis
Herod Atticus Odeon
The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a stone Roman theater structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis of Athens, Greece. The building was completed in 161 AD and then renovated in 1950.
Temple of Olympian Zeus
After the Acropolis, we will head towards the Temple of Zeus, the biggest in antiquity, devoted to the King of the Gods,by way of Hadrian's Arch.
Panathenaic Stadium
We will visit Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.
Mount Lycabettus
Then moving into the historical center of the city we will drive up the highest hill of Athens, Lycabettus Hill, where you’ll have the best panoramic view of the city, from the hill of Acropolis to the Aegean Sea.
Academy of Athens
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.
Academy of Athens
The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is the largest state institution of higher learning in Greece, and among the largest universities in Europe. The splendid Athens University was designed by the Danish architect Christian Hansen and completed in 1864.
National Library of Greece
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 Theophil Hansen,
Monument to the Unknown Soldier
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.
Hellenic Parliament
The Hellenic Parliament, in Greek known as Voulí ton Ellínon is the parliament of Greece, located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square in Athens. The Parliament is the supreme democratic institution that represents the citizens through an elected body of Members of Parliament.
Plateia Syntagmatos
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.
What's included
Included
Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history [Not licensed to accompany you in any site]
Bottled water
Hotel / Cruise port pick up & drop-off (ONLY for the Private Option)
Acropolis
Not included
Licensed Tour guide upon request— depending on availability [Additional cost: 250€]
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up time adjustable upon your request.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
779 reviews
How it compares in Athens
- No. 46 by number of reviews among 4,133 tours in Athens
- Starting price $172 is close to the typical $172 for tours of similar length in Athens
Excurgo comparison of 4,133 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The drivers are not licensed to accompany you on the Acropolis or inside any other site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.
- Please contact us after your booking if you are using a wheelchair or if you are travelling with infants
- If your group is more that 14 people you can make several bookings & let us know that you are all together after your booking
- Acropolis tickets are booked for a specific entry time. Delays may result in losing your tickets and new tickets will need to be purchased at your own expense, subject to availability.
- Please carefully check the Inclusions & Exclusions of your booking.
- For private tours, the driver will wait up to 30 minutes at the pickup point. After 30 minutes without contact, the booking will be considered a No-Show.
- For small-group tours, meet your driver outside Herodion Hotel. The maximum waiting time is 15 minutes. After that, the tour will depart and the booking will be considered a No-Show.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does 4 Hours - Athens & Acropolis Highlights Private Tour take?
4 Hours - Athens & Acropolis Highlights Private Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 16 stops.
How much does 4 Hours - Athens & Acropolis Highlights Private Tour cost?
Prices start at $172 per person for this Athens experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $440. There are 5 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does 4 Hours - Athens & Acropolis Highlights Private Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, and 5:30 PM.
How much does 4 Hours - Athens & Acropolis Highlights Private Tour cost for children?
Children aged 0–17 pay from $40, adults from $172.
Does 4 Hours - Athens & Acropolis Highlights Private Tour sell out?
It can: 42 of the next 180 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel 4 Hours - Athens & Acropolis Highlights Private Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up time adjustable upon your request. Pickup points include Foivos Hotel Athens.
What languages is 4 Hours - Athens & Acropolis Highlights Private Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 14 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available Please contact us after your booking if you are using a wheelchair or if you are travelling with infants
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Please contact us after your booking if you are using a wheelchair or if you are travelling with infants
Reviews(779)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
L
Acropolis tour
Our guide was excellent Very knowledgeable about the history of Greece Our driver was very very nice as well
7
Excellent personalised 4 hour private tour
Yannis, our Guide was terrific. He was on time, courteous, and very knowledgeable of Athens. Very comfortable private van. Great driver, dealing with heavy traffic. Well worth doing especially with tickets to the Acropolis being included. This 4 hour tour is highly recommended.
N
Great highlight tour in Athens! Very knowledgable guide
Theodore was our guide and he was absolutely amazing! He has extensive knowledge on the history of Greece and particularly Athens. He has a great sense of humour, and is there to make your day extra special and just what you want to make it. Our private tour was great for our family. It was a rainy day, but that didn’t stop Theodore! He made sure we had a great highlight tour of everything you should see in Athens. Thank you for everything!
C
Loved the private tour!
Panos was a wonderful guide! His knowledge was great and having a private tour is the best way to go! We enjoyed it very much. We have a new Greek friend!
N
Private Athens tour with Manos the Greek
We really enjoyed our 4hrs private tour of Athens with our tour guide Manos the Greek. Manos was very friendly, professional and knowledgeable of Athens historical sites. We really enjoyed and appreciate the customized service of pickup and drop off of every site and ensuring we had the best experience. We would definitely recommend Manos as your tour guide.
J
Athens and Acropolis
Theodore was very well educated, sharing and generally great.
L
Great day at the Acropolis!
Our Driver was on time for our pick up at the hotel. He was very friendly. Had waters for us for the tour. Our private guide was also very friendly and very knowledgeable. She had deep knowledge of the history or the Acropolis and Parthenon and extremely well versed in Greek mythology. She was very animated and brought the mythology to life all day. They took us to multiple sites. We really enjoyed seeing the sites and being educated. We also had a lot of fun along the way. Hiring a private guide in addition to the driver was a great idea.
A
Tour in style and see it all!!
I cannot say enough great stuff about this tour!! My tour guide was Stefanos. When you take this tour make sure to request him. He has the best energy!!! He will happily answer any question you have. And if you ask nicely he may do a stop for gelato or a freddo cappuccino. The tour itself shows you all the ancient spots in Athens and points out all the modern buildings along the way. And you will stop to view the changing of the guards. Stefanos, will explain the uniform and the significance of the marching style. The van has great AC and water is provided throughout the tour. The city has a lot to see and this is truly one of the best ways to do it!
D
Wonderful Private Athens Tour!!!!
Our driver, Panos, was exemplary. He arrived several minutes early and reached out to me via WhatsApp. We drove around in a very comfortable vehicle while he provided information about all our stops. He also provided us several bottles of water during our adventure. He gave us ample time to take photos and even took countless photos of us. He also took personal time to come back to our hotel to return an item we had left in the vehicle. DEFINITELY RECOMMEND Panos and this company for your private tour around Athens.
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