Athens Private Tour with Lycabettus Sunset

Highlights

Leistungen

Ablauf

1. We start with a pickup from hotel in Athens or Piraeus port.

   5 Min.

2. We start from Acropolis. The Acropolis of Athens is a prominent ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens, Greece. It is one of the most significant and recognizable archaeological sites in the world. The Acropolis is home to several important ancient buildings, the most famous being the Parthenon, a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, the patroness of the city.

   30 Min.

3. The Propylaea is the monumental gateway to the Acropolis in Athens, acting as the grand entrance to the sacred hill. Constructed between 437 and 432 BCE, during the height of Athenian power under the leadership of Pericles, the Propylaea is an architectural marvel and an essential part of the Acropolis.

   5 Min.

4. The Parthenon is one of the most iconic and revered structures in the world, a symbol of ancient Greek civilization and a masterpiece of classical architecture. Located on the Acropolis of Athens. It was designed by the architects Iktinos and Kallikrates, with the sculptor Phidias responsible for its decoration.

   20 Min.

5. The Erechtheion is another iconic temple, which was dedicated to Athena and Poseidon, two of the most important deities in the Greek pantheon. It housed sacred relics and was the site of several significant myths and religious rituals.

   15 Min.

6. The Temple of Athena Nike is one of the smallest temples on the Acropolis, measuring just 8 by 5 meters. Despite its modest size, it is an excellent example of the Ionic order of architecture, known for its elegance and refinement.

   10 Min.

7. The Theatre of Dionysus is one of the oldest and most significant theaters in the world, located on the southern slope of the Acropolis of Athens. It was dedicated to Dionysus, the Greek god of wine, fertility, and drama, and it played a central role in the development of Greek theater and tragedy. It holds great cultural and historical importance, as it was the birthplace of many of the great dramatic traditions of Western theater.

   10 Min.

8. The Herod Atticus Odeon (also known as the Odeon of Herodes Atticus) is an ancient stone theater located on the southern slope of the Acropolis of Athens, just below the Theater of Dionysus. It is one of the most impressive surviving examples of ancient Greek theaters and has been extensively used for performances over the centuries.

   10 Min.

9. The Arch of Hadrian is an ancient monument, built in 131 CE to honor the Roman emperor Hadrian. The arch marks the boundary between the old city of Athens and the new Roman district. The structure is an impressive example of Roman architecture, with its grand, monumental archway and inscriptions on both sides.

   Vorbeifahrt

10. The Temple of Olympian Zeus, also known as the Olympieion, is a massive ancient temple in Athens dedicated to the king of the Greek gods, Zeus. Initially it had 104 Corinthian columns, of which only 15 remain today. The temple was one of the largest in the ancient world and symbolized the power of Zeus and the Roman influence on Greece.

    Vorbeifahrt

11. (Optional visit by selecting the "Lycabettus Sunset & Acropolis Museum") - The Acropolis Museum is an archaeological museum that opened in 2009 and is dedicated to the archaeological findings of the Acropolis of Athens. The museum houses a vast collection of sculptures, pottery, and artifacts from the Acropolis. The museum is renowned for its modern and sleek design, with large glass walls offering views of the Acropolis and its surrounding areas. The museum also provides important insights into ancient Greek art, culture, and religious practices, with exhibits arranged in a way that follows the layout of the Acropolis itself.

    1,5 Std.

12. Syntagma Square is a central and iconic public square in Athens, Greece. It is located in front of the Greek Parliament building, which was originally the royal palace. The name "Syntagma" means "Constitution" in Greek. The square is a hub for both locals and tourists, with important landmarks around it, including the National Garden and luxury hotels.

    Vorbeifahrt

Stornierung

Kostenlose Stornierung bis 24 Stunden vor Beginn, mit voller Rückerstattung.

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How it compares in Athen

• Its from-price is 49% below the median of the 4134 experiences we list in Athen.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 1417 of 4134.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Athen

Athen stellt die Akropolis über eine weitläufige moderne Hauptstadt, in der antike Ruinen, Hanggassen und lange Taverna-Abende nebeneinander bestehen.

Der Parthenon krönt die Akropolis, flankiert vom Erechtheion mit seiner Korenhalle, und das Akropolis-Museum am Fuß des Hügels zeigt die auf dem Felsen gefundenen Skulpturen. Rundherum machen die antike Agora, der Tempel des Olympischen Zeus, der Hadriansbogen und das marmorne Panathenäische Stadion die klassische Stadt leicht zu Fuß erkundbar.

Top-ranked sights in Athen: Acropolis, Parthenon, Acropolis Museum.

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