Mythology Tour of Athens & the Acropolis with a Private Expert Licensed Guide
The Mythological world inhabited by the Ancient Greeks was not one of the fairytales, but one filled with a pantheon of real Gods, who it was possible to talk to, summon up, or just meet by chance when they visited the mortal world.
Bad or good decisions could lead to punishments like transformation into animals, or bestow fortune such as victory in battle. Multi-headed Hydras inhabited lakes, Centaurs lived in dark mountain caves, Griffins flew the skies, and the islands surrounding Athens were full of beasts with special powers, from Minotaurs and Sirens. No wonder the mythology of the ancient world formed part of everyday life for local Athenians who carved these beliefs into every monument for us to see today.
So join your private guide and step back 2500 years for a fun and educational tour bringing the mythology of Athens to life in front of you.
Options
ACROPOLIS 2-Hr
2-Hr PRIVATE TOUR: Starting at Hadrian's Arch with the backdrop of the Temple of Zeus, the tour proceeds with a visit to the nearby Acropolis
What's included in Mythology Tour of Athens & the Acropolis with a Private Expert Licensed Guide
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Tempio Di Zeus Olimpio
Dedicated to Zeus head of the Olympian Gods, this colossal Temple pre-dates the Acropolis and is the largest ever constructed and home to one of the wonders of the ancient world; a gigantic statue of Zeus seated on a throne over 12 meters tall and encrusted with gold, ivory & Jewels. At the golden sandals of the god sat an olive oil reservoir that reflected on the statue making it appear that the god would rise up and lift of the temple roof. One can only imagine the impact it had on the visitors of the day over 2500 years before! The starting point for the tour is located opposite the temple so you will start with the stories & myths surrounding Zeus and his influence on the citizens of Athens.
Acropolis
Most sacred site of Ancient Greece and crowned by the pinnacle of Classical Greece, the Parthenon which was richly decorated with the struggles of the gods, and the focus of the largest Athenian celebrations to the Goddess Athena. A short distance away lies the Erechtheion Temple, dedicated to both the God Poseidon and Goddess Athena who battled for the patronage of Athens. Learn of their competition, uncover the riddles of the Parthenon, the events behind the myths and the relevance of these monuments both then and now in the lives of Athenians.
AcropolisPass-by Only
ENDING YOUR TOUR. Your guide will end your tour at the Acropolis where you can continue longer on your own or enjoy the sights of the City!
Inclusions
- (ACROPOLIS TAILORED OPTION 3-Hr) Acropolis plus one from Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora or Plaka.
- All our Guides are fully Accredited Official Experts, Licensed to enter the Acropolis with you
- (ACROPOLIS PLAKA & CUISINE 3-Hr) Traditional Greek Coffee/Moutain Tea, Souvlaki, Sweet Treats
- 2-Hour Private Guided Tour including the Acropolis & Parthenon with a Licensed Official Expert
- (ACROPOLIS 'GOLDEN-HOUR' 90-Minute OPTION) Tour taking advantage of the special low light effects
- Archaeological Site Entrance Tickets & Cost (can be organized on reqest after booking - extra cost)
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- ADMISSION TICKETS: Please note that neither Archaeological site entrance tickets, nor their cost is not included. We will contact you after booking to ask if you need us to purchase Skip-The-Line Tickets, so your guide has them all ready for you! Kindly check your messages after booking. If you have not replied, we assume you have purchased your tickets for the appropriate time slots & we are not responsible for any delays. Please note that tickets may sell out days or weeks in advance and need to be booked for a specific date and time slot or admission will not be granted.
- (ACROPOLIS with PLAKA & CUISINE OPTION) Choosing this booking option combines your visit to the Acropolis & Plaka neighbourhood with food tastings
- (ACROPOLIS TAILORED OPTION 3-Hr) Acropolis plus one from Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora or Plaka.
- (ACROPOLIS 'GOLDEN-HOUR' 90-Min OPTION) Tour taking advantage of the special low light effects
- FAMILY FRIENDLY. Our Guides are highly experienced with all ages and multigenerational families and will adapt accordingly to any level to keep the most interest and engagement for your entire group
- WHISPER COMMUNICATION SYSTEM included for groups of 6 or more
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- MEETING POINT: Our guide will see you at Hadrian's Arch. She will have a sign with the name of the lead traveler written.
End Points
- Your tour may end in the Acropolis so you can continue to enjoy the views. If selecting the option including the Plaka or another site, then your tour will end at this location
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• TOUR QUESTIONS: For all tour questions please email: [email protected] • MEETING POINT: Our guide will see you at Hadrian's Arch. She will have a sign with the name of the lead traveler written. • TOUR TYPE: The Tour is a Walking Tour. • ADMISSION TICKETS for Sites/Archaeological Sites (NOT INCLUDED): Please note that site entrance tickets and their cost are not included. We kindly request that you turn up for your tour with appropriate tickets; either having bought these yourself, or having asked us to buy these on your behalf. Otherwise we are not responsible for any delays. If you need us to purchase Skip-the-line Tickets for you, just let us know by message after booking. As some messages fail to reach us, please ensure that if you have requested us to purchase tickets, you have received a confirmation reply from us and in this case please use our direct email address: [email protected]
