Athens Private Half Day City Tour

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Itinerary

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.

   Passes by

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.

    Passes by

11. The Panathenaic Stadium, also known as Kallimarmaro, is an ancient stadium in Athens, Greece, famous for being the site of the Panathenaic Games, held in honor of the goddess Athena. The stadium hosted athletic events and it is unique for being constructed entirely of marble, and it could hold up to 50,000 spectators. The stadium is still in use today for various events and is also a key historical site.

    10 min

12. We continue with driving up to Lycabettus hill where you will enjoy the beautiful panoramic view of the city and admire the combination of ancient and modern Athens from above.

    20 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Athens

• Its from-price is 38% below the median of the 4134 experiences we list in Athens.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 1967 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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