Athens by Night Tour





Description
Visitors will get a new perspective of Athens and Piraeus on this private night tour that takes guests to some of the city's most important cultural and historical landmarks. Experience the nighttime side of Athens on this private evening tour. It is a relaxed tour perfect for families, couples and companies. Explore main sights of Athens, including the Acropolis, the Parthenon, Monastiraki and more. Explore each place independently and at your own pace. Enjoy use of a private driver and vehicle. Learn the Greek history. A great way to spend a night in a vibrant, exciting city like Athens.
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Itinerary
Sightseeing in Athens starts driving under the hill of Acropolis. 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. You will be able to walk around the sacred hill.
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, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena. The symbol of the Athenian Democracy and the western civilization.
Temple of Poseidon and Athena, the strangest and most sacred place in ancient Athens.
Temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike or Wingless Victory.
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.
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
We will visit Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.
After the Acropolis, we will head towards the Temple of Zeus by way of Hadrian's Arch and we will admire the biggest temple in antiquity devoted to the King of the Gods.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Monastiraki is a flea market neighborhood in the old town of Athens, Greece, and is one of the main shopping districts in Athens. The area is home to clothing boutiques, souvenir shops and specialty stores, and is a major tourist attraction in Athens.
After driving 30 minutes from Athens, we arrive to Piraeus city. Bay Zea marina is located in Piraeus and it is one of the finest superyacht marinas in the Mediterranean. A port with great ancient history as it was a Naval base where the fleet of triremes was built. Ruins of the ancient walls of the base can still be found in the marina. The Naval Museum of Greece is also situated in Zea marina.
With view to the Saronic Gulf, island look, moored fishing boats and many restaurants and cafes along it, Mikrolimano feels like a vibrant seascape. It is Mikrolimano, one of the finest places of Piraeus and at the same time one of the most tourist areas in Attica.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up and pick off tourists from any hotel or Airbnb in the city of Athens.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- The duration of the tours is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Reviews(33)
This was absolutely one of the best ways to see the sites. If you only have one day and a limited amount of time I would recommend taking this tour! Christian our driver was very good and kind!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that it was a great way to see the sights in a limited amount of time. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Christian—he'll be thrilled to know his kindness and driving made such a positive impression. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure!
Your guide was good. Clear and concise but enough to see it all. He was very caring and knowledgeable.
Thank you for your kind review! We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed the tour and appreciated your guide's clear explanations, knowledge, and caring approach. It's wonderful to know you were able to see so much while having a great experience. We hope to welcome you back on another tour in the future!
We highly recommend the Athens By Night Tour! Our driver was prompt and picked up our party of four at our cruise ship! It was the perfect evening! We were able to see an amazing sunset and the Acropolis all lit at night. Our guide/driver was very knowledgeable and accommodating to our needs.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the Athens by Night Tour, from the beautiful sunset to the illuminated Acropolis. We're also pleased to hear your driver provided excellent service. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Greece!
Cristiano And Kostas were awesome. Very engaging and knowledgeable. What a great experience to celebrate with our family.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you and your family had a great experience celebrating together. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Cristiano and Kostas—they'll be delighted to hear them!
Hands down one of the best tours we have done during our time in Athens. I highly recommend anyone looking to do a highlight tour of the area. Our guides were very knowledgeable and were able to point out some of the best views and photo opportunity locations.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear it was one of the best tours of your time in Athens. We're glad you enjoyed the highlights, stunning views, and photo stops, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure!
We had a great time seeing the sights all over Athens.
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted you had a great time exploring the sights of Athens with us. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable experience soon!
It’s perfect because you get to visit so many landmarks and not have to walk excessively. The AC travel vehicle was perfect for the six of us on the excursion. Our tour expert, Christiano, was most personable and caring. He was very educated about Athens and shared some great stories. And he was a great driver!!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed seeing so many landmarks in comfort and that our vehicle was a great fit for your group. It's especially rewarding to know that Christiano's friendly personality, knowledge, and storytelling made your experience even more memorable. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
Iam was a great tour guide with plenty knowledge. I can hardly recommend him. He is also a very safe driver
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are glad you enjoyed the tour and felt safe throughout the trip. Your recommendation means a lot! Thank you again
Iam arrived early to pick us up and took is to some iconic places to see the sun set. It was an amazing tour and he knew a lot about Athens answering questions me and my sister asked him. The vehicle was nice and comfy and he provided bottled water. I can highly recommend this tour with this guide
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour, felt comfortable during the drive, and had a great experience overall. Your recommendation means a lot, and We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back to Athens again in the future!
We had a private tour. It was great! The operator was very knowlegeable and he drove safely! We especially enjoyed the drive around Piraeus port from our cruise ship. The night views of the Acropolis were spectacular!
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that Xenofontas, your Tour Driver, provided you with outstanding service.We’re grateful for your support and look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, Greece Athens Transfers and Tours Team!



