Best of Athens Half-Day Private Tour
Discover the wonders of Athens with our Best of Athens Half-Day Private Tour, offering a personalized experience through the city's most iconic landmarks and neighborhoods. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned Mercedes vehicle with a knowledgeable tour driver who shares insights into Athens’ rich past and vibrant present. Visit the legendary Acropolis, then explore key sites such as the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Panathenaic Stadium, Syntagma Square, Plaka, Monastiraki, and enjoy views from Mount Lycabettus. Customize your itinerary and choose to include the Acropolis Museum, Ancient & Roman Agora, or National Archaeological Museum. For a different view, opt for the Athens by Night version—where illuminated monuments and a lively evening setting reveal the city’s charm after dark. With flexible scheduling, Wi-Fi, and convenient pick-up/drop-off, this tour is perfect for first-time or returning visitors.
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Best of Athens 4H
Duration: 4 hours: Discover Athens’ top highlights, including Acropolis and vibrant landmarks, in 4 hours with the comfort of a private tour.
Pickup included
What's included in Best of Athens Half-Day Private Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Athens
Pickup at your hotel, apartment, Airbnb, Athens airport, or Piraeus port.
Acropolis
The Acropolis of Athens, perched on a limestone hill in the heart of the city, is Greece’s most iconic ancient site and a universal symbol of classical civilization. Dating back to the 5th century BC, it was the spiritual and political center of ancient Athens. Dominated by the Parthenon, the Acropolis also features the Propylaea, Erechtheion, and Temple of Athena Nike—each showcasing the brilliance of ancient Greek architecture. Built during Athens’ Golden Age under Pericles, this UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrates the city’s devotion to Athena and its lasting contributions to democracy, philosophy, and the arts.
Propylaea
The grand entrance to the Acropolis, the Propylaea, is an impressive gateway built in the 5th century BC under the leadership of Pericles. Its majestic Doric columns and balanced symmetry mark the transition from the secular to the sacred. As visitors pass through, they follow in the footsteps of ancient Athenians who once climbed this path during grand religious festivals. (Included in the Acropolis & Slopes entrance ticket)
Inclusions
- Pickup and drop-off available at any location in Athens, Piraeus, Athens Airport, and Piraeus Port
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Charge your devices with our 4 USB quick chargers (Type C & Apple)
- Bottled waters
- Audio guides for the Acropolis, Ancient Agora and Museums (Smartphone+Earphones required)
- Mercedes air-conditioned Premium Minivan
- Skip-the-line ticket service
- PDF guide for all sights & monuments of the tour
- Professional tour driver with deep knowledge of history (not allowed to accompany you in any site)
- Acropolis & Slopes (1/4–31/10): €30/adult, €15 EU 65+, free for EU ≤25 & non-EU ≤18.
- (Optional) Acropolis Museum: €20/adult – EU citizens ≤25 & non-EU ≤5: Free, non-EU 6–25: €10, EU 65+: €10; Reduced-admission or free-admission tickets are only available at the Museum's Ticket Desk.
- (Optional) Ancient Agora (1/4–31/10): €20/adult, €10 EU 65+, free for EU ≤25 & non-EU ≤18.
- (Optional) Roman Agora (1/4–31/10): €10/adult, €5 EU 65+, free for EU ≤25 & non-EU ≤18.
- (Optional) National Archaeological Museum (1/4–31/10): €12/adult, €6 EU 65+, free for EU ≤25 & non-EU ≤18.
- (Optional) Licensed guide (historian-archaeologist) to accompany you inside the sites (extra fee)
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Special Requests: If you have any special requests or needs, please let us know when booking, and we will do our best to accommodate them.
- Our tour drivers are not official tourist guides, but they are highly knowledgeable and can provide fascinating commentary in fluent English. While they will not accompany you inside the archaeological sites, they are well-versed in the history and significance of each location and can answer all your questions during the tour.
- We provide assistance to people with movement disability for boarding and alighting from the vehicle. However, it is advisable to inform us in advance if any special arrangements are required.
- For families with younger children, we offer child safety seats upon request.
- We provide assistance to purchase skip the line electronic entrance tickets.
- Smartphone or tablet and earphones are required for our audio guides.
- Smartphone or tablet is required for our PDF guide.
- Due to Greek Laws, only licensed tourist guides (historians | archaeologists) are allowed to accompany you inside the archaeological sites and museums. |
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Additional Pickup Information: -Pickup at any location in Athens or Piraeus. -Airport Pickup: Upon your arrival at Athens International Airport (El. Venizelos), please proceed to the arrivals hall. Our driver will be waiting for you, holding a sign with your name. -Port Pickup: Upon your arrival at the port, please proceed to the ship's exit. Our driver will be waiting for you, holding a sign with your name. -Hotel Pickup: For your departure, our driver will meet you in the lobby of your designated hotel or accommodation in Athens at the scheduled time. Please ensure you are ready and waiting in the lobby 15 minutes before the pickup time. -Luggage Assistance: Our drivers will assist you with your luggage, ensuring a hassle-free experience from start to finish. -Contact Information: For urgent assistance, please reach out to us using the contact details provided in your booking or account. -Special Requests: If you have any special requests or needs, please let us know when booking, and we will do our best to accommodate them. We look forward to providing you with a memorable and enjoyable tour of Athens!
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Ticket Redemption
Efcharistó! (Thank you in Greek) for choosing Athenaos Travel & Tours. We look forward to making your experience in Greece truly memorable! Sights Entrance Information & Skip-the-Line Ticket Links: ⚠️ Important: Acropolis Tickets & Guidance Due to limited daily availability, we recommend booking tickets and any guided options in advance. You may use the official skip-the-line links below to book tickets on your own, or contact us to arrange them for you (with instant delivery upon prepayment). We can also arrange a small-group guided visit, led by a licensed guide, inside Acropolis & sites below upon availability: ✅ Small group Acropolis (with tickets) — €67/adult ✅ Small group Acropolis & Museum (with tickets) — €108/adult ✅ Small group Acropolis & Ancient Agora (with tickets) — €100/adult ✅ Private licensed guide (all preferred sites, 4h) — €250 (tickets not included) Let us know your preference — we’ll be happy to assist! Acropolis & Slopes Opening Hours: Nov–Mar: 08:00–17:00 | Apr–Aug: 08:00–20:00 | Sep–Oct: varies by date Tickets: https://hhticket.gr/tap_b2c_new/english/tap.exe?PM=P1P&place=000000002 Acropolis Museum Opening Hours: Winter (Nov–Mar): Mon–Thu 09:00–17:00 | Fri 09:00–22:00 | Sat–Sun 09:00–20:00 Summer (Apr–Oct): Mon 09:00–17:00 | Tue–Sun 09:00–20:00 | Fri 09:00–22:00 Tickets: https://etickets.theacropolismuseum.gr/?culture=en Ancient Agora Opening Hours: Winter (Nov–Mar): 08:00–17:00 | Summer (Apr–Oct): 08:00–20:00 Tickets: https://hhticket.gr/tap_b2c_new/english/tap.exe?PM=P1P&place=000000004 Roman Agora Opening Hours: Winter (Nov–Mar): 08:00–15:00 | Summer (Apr–Oct): 08:00–20:00 (varies by date) Tickets: https://hhticket.gr/tap_b2c_new/english/tap.exe?PM=P1P&place=000000005 National Archaeological Museum Opening Hours: Winter (Nov–Mar): Tue 12:30–20:00 | Mon & Wed–Sun 08:30–16:00 Summer (Apr–Oct): Tue 12:30–20:00 | Mon & Wed–Sun 08:00–20:00 Tickets: https://hhticket.gr/tap_b2c_new/english/tap.exe?PM=P1P&place=000000012
