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Tours/Athens/Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Athens travel guide: tickets, best time & real costs

Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View

4.8(18)Athens6 hours
VIATOR5.0(4)TRIPADVISOR4.8(14)
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
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Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View
Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View

At a glance

Duration
6 hours
Price from
$154 / person
Location
Athens, Greece
Rating
4.8 / 5 · 18 reviews
Languages
EL, EN, EN, EN
Group
Private

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4.8(18) Free cancellation
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Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
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Confirmation
Within 24h
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Timeless Athens Tours

Description

First time in Athens? This private sightseeing tour shows you all the city's icons in one easy day, at your own pace and with no crowds or fixed schedule. Your English-speaking driver picks you up from your hotel, apartment or the Piraeus cruise port in an air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz. Start at the sacred Rock of the Acropolis to walk among the Parthenon and the Caryatids of the Erechtheion, then see the original sculptures inside the Acropolis Museum. Next come the marble Panathenaic Stadium, the Evzones guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the neoclassical Academy of Athens. Pass through the Ancient Agora, stroll the old lanes of Plaka and finish with a sweeping view of the city from Lycabettus Hill. Hungry? Your driver can recommend a local taverna for lunch. Drivers don't guide inside the sites. Licensed guides are optional and subject to availability.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
13 times a day, 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
Next available
Tue, Nov 3
Adult
$154

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $307.

Larger groups pay less per person.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 2.

Tour Options

Driver Only (No Guide)

Sedan 1-3, van 4-6, bus 7-10 Pickup included

With 3-Hour Licensed Guide

Sedan 1-3, van 4-6, bus 7-10: 6-hour private tour with a licensed guide for 3 hours at the Acropolis, then the city highlights with your driver. Pickup included

Itinerary

Parthenon
Admission not included75 min

The Athens Sightseeing usually starts at the Acropolis hill, with well known architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens that includes Erechtheion (female statues of the Caryatides or Maidens dedicated to goddess Athena and god Poseidon), the temple of Athena Nike and Propylaea. You will also have a great chance to foresee the monument (that puts an order in mind), which is the Parthenon. From the top of the Acropolis hill you can see, the Odeon of Herodus Atticus, the Theatre of Dionysus and the Areopagus (Mars Hill). Get ready for a memorable day! We are expecting you!

Acropolis Museum
Admission not included60 min

One of the most beautiful museums in the world dedicated completely to the Acropolis hill of Athens.

Temple of Olympian Zeus
Pass by

The biggest temple ever built in the city of Athens.

Panathenaic Stadium
20 min

The all-marble stadium that hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896, built on the site of an ancient stadium from the 4th century BC.

Monument to the Unknown Soldier
10 min

In front of the central square of Athens, located in the front side of the Parliament building, the Evzones (soldiers) wearing the traditional war uniform of 1821 are guarding the famous Tomb of the Unknown soldier.

Academy of Athens
10 min

Three amazing Neoclassical style buildings. -The Academy of Arts and Sciences -The University, and -The National library Are the best example of the Neoclassical architecture, the famous "Athenian Trilogy"

Ancient Agora of Athens
Admission not included40 min

The location where the ancient Greek philosophers greek used to speak to the people, the market place of ancient Athens with the best preserved temple of Hephaestus.

Plaka
45 min

You are going to take a flavor of the most popular market area of Athens. This is what we call the "Old Athens", including greek tavernas, cafeterias and lots of souvenirs shops. Everything surrounded by beautiful buildings of Neoclassical Architecture.

15 min

The tallest hill in the city of Athens, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the city, including the Acropolis hill.

Presidential Mansion
15 min

Here is the "Home of Democracy" for Greece. Guarded for 24/7 by the Evzones!

National Garden
Pass by

A gigantic green area in the heart of the city

Syntagma
Pass by

The Central Square of Athens

Omonia Square
Pass by

The second square of the "historic triangle" of Athens

Monastiraki
Pass by

The third square of the "historic triangle" of Athens

National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Pass by

Part of the "Athenian Trilogy of Culture"

Pass by

Part of the "Athenian Trilogy of Culture"

Herod Atticus Odeon
Pass by

Part of the visit to the Acropolis Hill

Pass by

Part of the visit to the Acropolis Hill

Propylaea
Pass by
Pass by

Part of the visit to the Acropolis Hill

Theatre of Dionysus
Pass by
Arch of Hadrian
Pass by

This was dedicated to the Roman Emperor Hadrian

Pass by

on the way to the Trilogy of Culture

Varvakios Agora
Pass by

The Open Central Food Market of Athens

Town Hall - Municipality Of Athens
Pass by

On the way to Monastiraki

What's included

Included
Pickup and drop-off at your Athens hotel, apartment or cruise port
Air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz or Škoda SUV with Wi-Fi and bottled water
Fuel, tolls and all parking fees
Licensed guide for 3 hours at the Acropolis (guide option only)
Private English-speaking driver
Not included
Licensed guide in Driver Only option (optional, subject to availability)
Acropolis ticket, paid on site (Museum €20, Ancient Agora extra)
Food and Drinks
Gratuities

Pickup Locations & Times

We pick you up from any hotel or apartment in central Athens, or at the Piraeus cruise port. After booking, please send your hotel name, or your ship's name and all-aboard time. We'll drop you back at the same place.

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.8
18 reviews
5
17
4
0
3
0
2
1
1
0

How it compares in Athens

  • Starting price $171 is close to the typical $171 for tours of similar length in Athens
  • Price over the last 21 days: $170–$493

Excurgo comparison of 4,115 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Your driver is not a licensed tour guide. In Greece only licensed guides may guide inside archaeological sites and museums, so drivers wait outside.
  • Licensed guides are optional, available upon request for an additional fee, and subject to availability. They are not included in the standard tour price.
  • Flexible Departure Times: As this is a private tour, we offer flexible starting times between 08:00 AM and 02:00 PM, subject to availability and archaeological site opening hours. Please contact us if you prefer a different pickup time.
  • Instead of including food in the tour price, we invite you to enjoy a meal at a lovely local tavern. With great quality, very reasonable prices, and a wide range of choices, you can simply order whatever suits your taste.
  • Instead of purchasing the tickets on your behalf and including them in the tour price, we will send you a booking link after your reservation and assist you in pre-buying your Acropolis Hill tickets. This allows you to skip long lines and secure your visit in advance. Many travelers are eligible for reduced or free admission—such as children and students up to 18 years old, and senior citizens from the European Union—so this approach ensures you don’t pay more than necessary.
  • Wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection. Strikes or site closures may change the itinerary, which we will adjust with your agreement.
  • Vehicle: Modern Mercedes-Benz sedan, minivan, minibus, or Škoda SUV. The vehicle type is determined by the number of passengers and is subject to availability.

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 this tour take?

Best of Athens Private Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Lycabettus View lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 25 stops.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $154 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 $307. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does this tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 13 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 2:00 PM.

Can I cancel this 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. We pick you up from any hotel or apartment in central Athens, or at the Piraeus cruise port. After booking, please send your hotel name, or your ship's name and all-aboard time. We'll drop you back at the same place. Pickup points include Foivos Hotel Athens, Alter Athens Hotel.

What languages is this tour offered in?

The experience is available in EL, EN, EN, EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Specialized infant seats are available Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Instead of purchasing the tickets on your behalf and including them in the tour price, we will send you a booking link after your reservation and assist you in pre-buying your Acropolis Hill tickets. This allows you to skip long lines and secure your visit in advance. Many travelers are eligible for reduced or free admission—such as children and students up to 18 years old, and senior citizens from the European Union—so this approach ensures you don’t pay more than necessary.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.

Is this tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Timeless Athens Tours.

Reviews(18)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

$154/ person
4.8(18)
Duration6 hours
LanguagesEL, EN, EN
ConfirmationWithin 24h
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