Private Full Day Tour of Athens with Acropolis Visit

Next, descend to the Acropolis Museum, where you’ll get close to artifacts dating back nearly 3,000 years! Afterwards, follow your friendly guide through the idyllic neighborhood of Plaka as you admire the city’s neoclassical architecture.

After an independent lunch break, regroup with your guide as you hop into a luxury vehicle for the second half of your tour. Drive past the city’s most iconic sites, weave through the vibrant neighborhood of Monastiraki, and marvel at the famous Syntagma Square. Finally, cruise past the National Garden and see the historic Panatheniac Stadium.

Following your enchanting tour, you’ll be driven back to your hotel, though this time with a camera roll full of Athens’ most spectacular sights!

Private Full Day Tour of Athens Description

Your 7-hour tour includes:

• Expert, local guide

• Hotel pick up on foot

• Tour the city from a luxury mini-van

• Guided tour of the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum, with entry tickets included

• Hotel drop off with vehicle

• See Athens’ top landmarks, sites, and attractions!

• Private tour experience

Meet Your Expert Guide

Your journey through the ancient city of Athens begins right outside of your hotel, where your friendly guide will be waiting to pick you up on foot. Your day will begin with an immersive walking tour, and your knowledgeable guide will be there to answer any questions you may have. Because this is a private tour, you and your travel companions will have a highly personalized experience with plenty of one-on-one time to learn from your guide!

Explore Acropolis Hill

Follow your guide through the winding streets of Athens as you’re led to the city’s most iconic site— Acropolis Hill. Gaze in amazement at the ancient buildings of the Acropolis, including the Parthenon, the Temple of Nike, the Propylaea, and the Erechtheion. All the while, your expert guide will detail the fascinating history behind each sacred monument.

Visit the Acropolis Museum

As you make your way back down from the breathtaking Acropolis Hill, you will arrive at the exquisite Acropolis Museum. Wander through mesmerizing exhibits, many of which contain artifacts that date back nearly 3,000 years. Once again, your guide will be there to share even more details about these ancient objects and answer any questions you may have.

Wander through Plaka

Next, immerse yourself in Athens’ neoclassical architecture while taking a stroll through the idyllic neighborhood of Plaka. The narrow, cobblestone streets that weave through one another will make you feel as though you’re wandering through a Greek island, despite being right in the center of the city.

As you meander through this charming neighborhood, your guide will lead you to the Choragic Monument of Lysicrates, a historic site that dates back to 335 and 334 BC.

Pause for Lunch

After all that exploring, you’ve surely worked up an appetite! While your guide won’t be joining you for lunch, they are happy to recommend some of their favorite spots in the area. Once you’ve chosen your restaurant, enjoy an authentic Greek meal while chatting with your friends and family about the incredible sites you’ve seen so far!

Go Sightseeing from a Luxury Vehicle

Following your decadent meal, your guide will lead you to a luxury vehicle for the second half of your tour. Give your legs a break as you hop in and enjoy an unforgettable sightseeing adventure through the city!

Drive to Athens’ most iconic landmarks and sites, including the Library of Hadrian and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Afterwards, marvel at the beauty of Monastiraki, a lively neighborhood known for its bustling flea markets and historic monuments.

From here, cruise along the famous Syntagma Square, where the Greek Parliament can be found. Nearby, you’ll zip past the picturesque National Garden, and finally end with the legendary Panathenaic Stadium, famous for hosting the very first modern Olympic Games.

At the end of your tour, you’ll be conveniently driven back to your hotel or to your preferred spot.