Athens Half-Day Guided Tour by Minivan with Acropolis and Tickets

See the city’s historic sites in a small group and explore Acropolis with skip-the-line tickets

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· 4.00h · Athens, Greece

Athens Half-Day Guided Tour by Minivan with Acropolis and Tickets

Think you know the best way to explore Athens? Spoiler alert: it’s this tour. Why waste your precious time trudging around on foot when you can effortlessly tick off the city’s highlights in just half a day? With an expert guide leading the way, you’ll dive into Athens’ fascinating history, see the Panathenaic Stadium, witness the changing of the guards, and stroll through the charming streets of Plaka. And of course, you’ll bypass the lines to enter the Acropolis—because waiting is for amateurs

What You Get With This Tour

Expert English-speaking guide
Comfortable transportation
Skip-the-Line Acropolis tickets
Explore Plaka and Monastiraki
Changing of the Guards
Max 15 people
Hotel pick-up
Food and drink
Guide gratuity

Tour Itinerary

1

Meeting point at New Hotel
You'll meet your guide at the designated meeting point. Exact location can be found on your voucher.
2

Panathenaic Stadium
Your first stop is the historic Panathenaic Stadium, which is a marvel of ancient architecture
3

Changing of the Guards
View the Changing of the Guards outside of the Parliament Building
4

Athens Trilogy
See where Greek academics spend their time as you visit the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library
5

Explore Plaka
Follow your guide as they lead you through one of Athens' liveliest neighborhoods
6

Monastiraki
This neighborhood is known for its nightlife and food markets
7

Acropolis Hill
It's finally time to reach the pinnacle of Greece's history and see the spectacular landmarks of the Parthenon, Temple of Nike, and more!
8

Ending point at New Hotel
Hop back into your minivan to be dropped off at your original meeting point in central Athens

Additional Information

Good to know:

Accessibility: Unfortunately, due to the transportation and walking involved in the tour, it may not be suitable for wheelchair users. A private tour may be a better fit.
Weather Advisory: This tour runs rain or shine, so please dress accordingly if the forecast shows rain.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can begin the tour on time.

Your 4-hour tour includes:

Expert English-speaking guide
Comfortable Mercedes minibus transportation
Skip-the-line Acropolis tickets
Sightsee the top highlights of Athens
Explore the neighborhoods of Plaka and Monastiraki
Maximum group size of 15

What to bring:

Comfortable shoes
Camera
Water
Rain gear (if applicable)

Customer Reviews

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Terry Loury, 17 October 2025

Amy Thompson, 12 October 2025

Superb Guide

Sienna Rao, 16 September 2025

Our guide was informative & knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour! We would definitely recommend this tour, you'll learn so much!

Athens Half-Day Tour

Stuart Dreher, 12 September 2025

We were met on time with Athena our guide. Boarded a new Mercedes Benz Shuttle. Excellent experience all around. At the end of the tour we were given the option of leaving as were closer to our hotel.

Great Tour

Jacob Thomas, 11 September 2025

The Acropolis views alone are worth it and having a knowledgeable guide made the whole experience much richer!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring?

Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Don't forget sunscreen, a hat and a camera!

What to bring?

Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Don't forget sunscreen, a hat and a camera!

Is this tour run by The Tour Guy?

This tour is operated by one of our trusted and vetted partners in Athens.

What if I have concerns about my mobility?

Unfortunately, due to the transportation and walking involved in the tour, it may not be suitable for wheelchair users. In this case, a private tour may be a better fit.

What happens if it rains?

We run our Athens tours rain or shine, so please dress accordingly if the forecast shows rain.

Is there a dress code to enter the religious sites on this tour?

None of the sites visited on this tour require a dress code. Though we do recommend comfortable walking shoes!

How comprehensive is the Acropolis portion of this tour?

In the spirit of seeing as much of Athens in a half-day as possible, the Acropolis section of this tour is abbreviated more than our dedicated Acropolis tours. You'll still get to experience all the most important elements of this impressive attraction though.