This cultural tours is one of the standout things to do in Athens, Greece. it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €386 per person. Enjoy the highlights of the cradle of Democracy in a 5-hour tour, ideal for history lovers and travelers with limited time.
Athens Half Day Tour – Short Itinerary
Recommended pick up time: 08:00 am
- Acropolis & The Parthenon
Explore Greece’s most famous monument and the crown jewel of Athens, the Parthenon. Dedicated to the city's ancient patron Athena, this enduring symbol of democracy and civilization sits alongside the historic Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion with its famous Caryatids, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and the ancient Theatre of Dionysus. - Athens Highlights & Panoramic Drive
Discover the capital's iconic landmarks, including the monumental Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Panathenaic Stadium, birthplace of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. View the Greek Parliament at Syntagma Square to see the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, followed by a drive past the neoclassical "Trilogy" of Panepistimiou Street: the Academy, the University, and the National Library. - Lycabettus Hill
Drive up to one of the city's highest viewpoints to enjoy a stunning, panoramic view of downtown Athens, the Acropolis, and the surrounding suburbs. - Ancient Agora or Acropolis Museum
Conclude your tour with your choice of one of two exceptional cultural landmarks: explore the Ancient Athenian Agora, the political and commercial heart of ancient Athens featuring the remarkably intact Temple of Hephaestus and the Stoa of Attalos, or visit the state-of-the-art Acropolis Museum, home to more than 4,000 masterpieces and sculptures recovered from the sacred rock. - Return to Athens