Athens Mini Tour (2 Hours)
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This mini tour of Athens takes us to the most famous sites of the city, both ancient and modern. We will see the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament. Their uniform was introduced by King Otto of Greece and was inspired by the traditional clothes of the mountain warriors and bandits who formed the resistance to the Ottoman Empire. We will also see the famous “trilogy” of buildings designed by the Danish architects Theophil and Christian Hansen: the Academy of Athens, the University of Athens, and the National Library. In grand neoclassical style, they represent the ambitions of the early Greek state. Along with these more modern landmarks, we also see the stadium where the first modern Olympics were held in 1896. We visit the monument known as Hadrian’s Arch, a distinctive Roman structure dedicated to Theseus and Hadrian, the founders of Athens. Finally, we view of the Acropolis and the whole city atop Lycabettus Hill.
Inclusions
What's included
- Transportation from and to the cruise terminal of Piraeus port
- Everything that involves the vehicle
- Transportation from and to your central hotel in Athens or Piraeus
- Professional English-speaking driver. Gives information & tips but does not come in the sites
- Private tour (your party only), Air condition, Wi-Fi in vehicle, fuel surcharge and tolls
What's not
- Admission fees
- Food and drinks
- Professional guides within the respective sites (available to hire for an additional fee)
Itinerary
We visit the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the monument known as Hadrian’s Arch, a distinctive Roman structure dedicated to Theseus and Hadrian, the founders of Athens.
See the Changing of the Guard at Parliament, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
We will see the Academy of Athens, the University of Athens, and the National Library. In grand neoclassical style, they represent the ambitions of the early Greek state.
We will also see the stadium where the first modern Olympics were held in 1896.
Finally, we view of the Acropolis and the whole city atop Lycabettus Hill.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- CATTAXI
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain; otherwise the driver will do their best for you to see most of the sites
- Departure time is between 7:30am-17:30pm, based on your preference!
- Duration: 2 to 3 hours
How it compares in Athens
- Its from-price is 48% above the median of the 4134 experiences we list in Athens.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 877 of 4134.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Athens
Athens sets the Acropolis above a sprawling modern capital, where ancient ruins, hillside lanes and long taverna evenings sit side by side.
The Parthenon crowns the Acropolis, flanked by the Erechtheion and its porch of caryatids, and the Acropolis Museum at the foot of the hill displays sculpture found on the rock. Around it, the Ancient Agora, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch and the marble Panathenaic Stadium make the classical city easy to walk through.
Top-ranked sights in Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon, Acropolis Museum.
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