Athens City Tour & Acropolis – Visit the Parthenon

Athens, the capital city of Greece, offers a unique blend of history and modern life. This Athens City Tour & Acropolis provides a carefully designed introduction to the city’s most important landmarks, including a visit to the iconic Parthenon, accompanied by experienced professional guides.

Your Athens City Tour begins at the Panathenaic Stadium, where you will make a short stop. Built entirely of white marble, it hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 and stands on the same site where ancient Athenians once held celebrations in honor of the goddess Athena.

The tour continues past the impressive remains of the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch, before reaching the Greek Parliament and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Constitution Square (Syntagma). You will also pass important neoclassical landmarks such as the Academy, the University and the National Library, key symbols of modern Greek history.

You will then arrive at the ancient citadel, the well-known Athens Acropolis, where you will explore the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens, including the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion. Your visit culminates at the iconic Parthenon of Acropolis, one of the most important monuments of Classical Greece and a timeless symbol of Western civilization.

The experience concludes with a visit to the modern Acropolis Museum, where the original sculptures and findings from the Acropolis are carefully preserved and displayed. This final stop offers a deeper understanding of ancient Athenian history and provides the perfect ending to your Athens City Tour & Acropolis experience.

Important Information:

• Due to occasional restrictions in the visiting hours of the Acropolis Museum, the order of the program may be adjusted.
• Clients staying in coastal areas will be transferred back to their hotels by the Cape Sounion Tour bus.

• Free pick-up and drop-off from centrally located hotels in Athens city center.
• Entrance fees to the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum.
• Services of a professional licensed guide.
• Guided tours of the archaeological sites and museum included in the program.
• Transportation by comfortable air-conditioned bus.
• All taxes and fees.

• Water, beverages or drinks during meals.
• Personal expenses and tips.
• Anything not explicitly mentioned in the program.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Athens City Tour & Acropolis?

The tour lasts approximately half a day and includes the main highlights of Athens, along with guided visits to the Acropolis, the Parthenon and the Acropolis Museum.

What does the Athens City Tour & Acropolis include?

The tour includes transportation, a licensed guide, entrance fees to the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum, and visits to the most important landmarks of Athens.

Is the Athens City Tour suitable for all ages?

Yes, the tour is suitable for all ages. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended due to walking on uneven surfaces at the archaeological sites.