Discover relics from Ancient Greece at the peak of its creative influence in the 5th century BC, and complete your visit to the iconic Acropolis with a guided tour of the Acropolis Museum. Designed by the architects Bernard Tschumi and Michael Photiadis, the museum is a treasure chest of artifacts formerly held in other museums, in storage, or returned from foreign collections. Marvel at the 1st floor Archaic Gallery as it is bathed in natural light. See excavations made visible through stunning glass floors. A licensed local guide will show you highlights from the museum's collection of more than 4,000 artifacts, which include votive offerings to Athena, statues of the Caryatids, and a glass atrium built-in alignment with the Parthenon. Get a sense of what the city looked like in days gone by with 3D exhibits and a plexiglass floor that reveals the ruins of an ancient Athenian neighborhood.

Make the most of Athens with an all-inclusive Athens City Pass. This full packed ticket unlocks access to over 30 top attractions, choose from. Marvel at the soaring heights of the Acropolis to the fascinating exhibits of the New Acropolis Museum. Dive into the ancient wisdom held at Hadrian's Library, and absorb the historic ambiance of Kerameikos, among plenty of other treasures. The Athens City Pass also includes a complimentary hop-on hop-off bus tour for 48-hours through the city's captivating streets. Take the stress out of planning your trip to Athens, and get to know the city's rich history, culture, and vibrant atmosphere through museums, tours, and gastronomy. Explore the city at your own pace with up to 5 days validity and save up to 47 % compare to single bookings. The following attractions are included: Landmarks and monuments: - Acropolis with Parthenon and the North and South slope - skip the line entry ticket and time slot - Ancient Agora - Stoa of Attalos - Roman Agora - Hadrian`s Library - Temple of Olympian Zeus - Kerameikos - Lyceum - Arch of Hadrian - National garden & Diomedes Botanic garden - Athenian Trilogy Museum and galleries: - New Acropolis Museum - Herakleidon Museum - Kotsanas Museum: Ancient Greece – The Origins of Technologies - Kotsanas Museum: Ancient Greek Musical Instruments and Games - Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum - Museum of Illusions Hop-on Hop-Off: - 48-hour Hop on Hop off bus ticket Discount Partner (save up to 50% off): - Designer Outlet McArthurGlen - Museumsshop: "Alex Mylona" Macedonian Museum of Contemporary Art - Frissiras Museum - Hellenic Motor Museum - Mastiha Shop - Electric Bike Tours - Heteroclito Cave & Bar a Vin - Elixir, Spices & Herbs - Daily Theatrical Show

History. A blaze of glory, a journey of existence. When it all began. A unique, historical semi-private tour experience. The heart of the city sets the pulse, followed by its monuments, its history, myths and legends, its stories old and new, its people, the Greeks of yesterday and tomorrow. Athens, the classical centre of times gone by, of today and tomorrow. A three-hour semi private tour for six, led by an expert tour leader ready to share with you his in-depth knowledge, his insights and heartfelt authentic Greek hospitality. The ancient Greeks and the Greeks of today. The Acropolis, the myths and reality. The Persians, the Ottoman Rule, the Romans and Alexander the Great. A collection of monuments of unique architectural design, a garden of images. Bustling steps, piazzas, roads and alleyways and a short – yet significant – journey through the history of ancient Athens and its global influence on the fundamental principles of present day society.

Visit the most important sites of Athens on a city tour and learn from your personal driver who has deep knowledge of local history and knows all the information you want to hear. Enjoy an intimate Athens tour customized to the needs and interests of your group. After getting picked up in a private luxury vehicle, your sightseeing in Athens will start with the hill of the Acropolis of Athens. On the historical hill, get the opportunity to see the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the monumental gateway (Propylaea), the Erechtheum, and the famous Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena. Afterward, head towards the Temple of Zeus by way of Hadrian’s Arch. From there you’ll visit the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. Then, driving alongside the National Garden, witness the changing of the guard (Evzones) in front of the old palace (now the parliament house), above the central square of Athens. Get driven to Panepistimiou Street, one of the most historical streets of Athens, where you will see numerous neoclassical buildings still standing and dating back to the late 19th century. Spot the architectural trilogy of Athens: the National Library of Greece, the University of Athens, and the Academy of Athens. Then, moving into the historical center of the city, drive up the highest hill of Athens, Lycabettus Hill, where you’ll have the best panoramic view of the city, from the hill of the Acropolis of Athens to the Aegean Sea. You will be feeling hungry by now, so take a lunch break at a Greek traditional tavern with authentic Greek dishes (costs not included). After lunch, visit the two historically old neighborhoods of Athens, Plaka and Monastiraki, where the famous Andrianou Street is located. Visit a local flea market (shopping area) where you will also get to see the Roman Agora and the Tower of the Winds. Don’t miss the Ancient Greek Agora, considered the birthplace of democracy, philosophy, and free speech. In the Ancient Agora of Athens, stop at the Temple of Hephaestus, the best-preserved temple in Greece still sanding largely as it was originally built, and at a small museum housed under the Portico of Attalos. Eventually, you'll get to the New Acropolis Museum, a brand new museum opened in 2009 to host all the findings that have been excavated on the hill of the acropolis and its slopes. This museum is considered one of the best in the world.

Meet your friendly and professional guide at the Acropolis Metro Station in the afternoon, then head to the world-famous Acropolis Museum. Avoid the long wait to get in and enjoy skip-the-line entry, meaning more time to explore the wonders within the museum’s walls. With your expert guide, wander through the museum’s fascinating collection of statues, monuments, artifacts, and antiquities from the Ancient Greek era. As you explore the museum, learn about the rich history of the Acropolis as well as the Ancient Greeks themselves. You’ll also get to see incredible excavation work through the museum’s incredible glass floors, and admire breathtaking views of the Acropolis itself from the balcony.

Experience the best of Greece on a 10-day trip from Athens. Spend nights in Mykonos, Santorini, and Crete, while enjoying private transfers and tours. Visit the Palace of Knossos, see the Acropolis of Athens, and discover local nightlife and shopping. Day 1: Arrival dayYour driver will meet you at the Athens airport to transfer you to your hotel in Athens. Spend the night in Athens. Day 2: Private guided tour in Athens and Plaka Meet your driver and guide at your hotel to begin your day with a panoramic tour of the city. Then, get dropped off at the Acropolis to continue the tour with your guide and explore the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. Stroll through the picturesque streets of Plaka and Monastiraki to admire the Greek architecture and taste the famous Greek souvlaki (meat skewers). Spend the night in Athens. Day 3: Athens to Mykonos Depart from your hotel and head to Piraeus Port to take the ferry to Mykonos. Get driven to your hotel and spend some time relaxing before heading out to enjoy the amazing nightlife of Mykonos. Spend the night in Mykonos. Day 4: Mykonos Mykonos, the most famous island in the world, is well known for its nightlife, sandy beaches, and the impressive Delos, the sacred Island of Apollo and Artemis. Enjoy time shopping, then spend the rest of your night in Mykonos at your hotel. Day 5: Mykonos to Santorini Get picked up from your hotel and head to Mykonos Port to board the boat for Santorini. In Santorini, meet your driver and spend some free time for drinks or dinner at one of the many restaurants and bars located just on the rocks above the sea. Spend the night in Santorini. Day 6: Santorini Discover the beauty and Cycladic culture of Santorini, soak up the sun, and swim at a black beach in a volcanic pool. Feel like you’re at the spa at this pool created by the volcanic eruptions that plagued the island. Spend the night in Santorini. Day 7: Santorini to Crete Head to the Santorini Port to take the ferry departing to Heraklion. Upon arriving there, get transferred to your hotel. Spend the night in Heraklion. Day 8: Crete Enjoy a free day to explore the town. Spend the night in Heraklion. Day 9: Crete to Athens Get picked up from your hotel to visit the Palace of Knossos and the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion (entry costs not included). At the end of the tour, your driver will transfer you to the Heraklion Airport to take your return flight to Athens. Your private driver will wait for you at Athens airport and transfer you to your hotel. Spend the night in Athens. Day 10: Departure day Your driver will take you to the Athens Airport according to your flight details.

Visit Mykonos and Santorini on this 9-day trip starting in Athens. Have a private tour of central Athens and visit the Acropolis before heading off to explore and relax on the Greek islands. This trip includes 8-nights accommodation and transport. Day 1: Arrival day Your driver will meet you at Athens International Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Athens. Spend the evening as it pleases you and stay overnight in Athens. Day 2: Private tour of Athens with walking tour in Plaka Meet your driver and guide at your hotel to start your city tour. Be dropped off at the Acropolis to continue through the picturesque streets of Plaka and Monastiraki. Admire Greek architecture and have the chance to taste the famous Souvlaki. Stay overnight in Athens. Day 3: Athens to Mykonos Island Depart from your hotel to the Piraeus port and take your ferry to reach Mykonos. Your local driver will transfer you to your hotel. Have the opportunity to relax for the evening or enjoy the nightlife of Mykonos on your own. Stay overnight in Mykonos. Day 4: Mykonos Island Take a guided tour in Delos and spend the rest of the day at your leisure. One recommendation is a half-day trip to the sacred island of Apollo and Artemis. Stay overnight in Mykonos. Day 5: Mykonos Island to Santorini Island Your driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Mykonos Port to catch the boat for Santorini. Once arriving, your local driver will transfer you to your hotel. Have free time for yourself to enjoy drinks or dinner at one of the places located on the rocks above the sea. Stay overnight in Santorini. Day 6: Santorini Island Enjoy the afternoon before joining a sunset cruise to a volcano with a buffet on board. Visit the volcano and hot springs. Sail under the caldera while watching the sunset. Stay overnight in Santorini. Day 7: Santorini Island Have a free day to explore or relax in Santorini on your own. Stay overnight in Santorini. Day 8: Santorini Island to Athens Your driver will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to Santorini Port to take the boat to Piraeus Port. From there you will be transferred to your hotel in Athens. Stay overnight in Athens. Day 9: Departure day Your driver will pick you up from your hotel to transfer you to Athens International Airport according to your flight details.

Discover the most important sights of the Greek capital on this day tour. Visit the Acropolis to admire the wonders of the classical era and the Parthenon, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus and the new Acropolis Museum. Afterwards, you will see the Panathenaic Stadium where the 1st modern Olympic Games took place and will continue to Syntagma Square and a tour throughout the classical buildings-jewels of the city. Next stop is the Archaeological Museum, and the continuation will be in the historic center of Athens which is full of life, with many options for food and drink (food/drink are at your own expenses and are not included in our price). Sit back and enjoy the beauty of Athens Riviera which is the coastal area in the southern suburbs of Athens, from Piraeus to the most southern point of Attica region, Cape Sounio. Admire the view of Vouliagmeni Lake, the geological phenomenon which is considered as a Site of Outstanding Natural Beauty by the Ministry of Culture. The lake is included in Greece’s national Natura 2000 network. Be amazed by the magic in the air of your final destination, the Temple of Poseidon. Poseidon was the God of the Sea and Athenians used to choose temple locations that were physically related to or suggestive of the deity honored in the temples. The view of the Aegean Sea from the Temple is breathtaking. Grab the chance to take photos you will gaze for a lifetime. Important note: If you want to enjoy the sunset in Cape Sounion, you should choose pickup time after 12.00 hrs. Throughout the tour, the driver will provide you with useful information both about the history of each region but also for its modern reality. The minivan which will take you to these marvellous places is wheelchair accessible, as well as the points of interest.

Start your tour at the Acropolis hill, where you can see the Erechtheion, the Temple of Athena, Nike, and Propylaea, and glimpse the famous Parthenon. From the top of Acropolis hill, marvel at the Odeon of Herodus Atticus, the Theatre of Dionysus, and the Areopagus. Move on to the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch. See the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first Olympic games of the modern era were held in 1896. Witness the Evzones changing of the guards at the Presidential Palace. Visit the Athens Trilogy of Culture: the National Library of Greece, the Athens University, and the Academy, and see the Memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Houses of Parliament, Constitution Square, and enjoy a panorama of the city from Lycabettus hill. Drive through modern Athens and stop at Hermou street, the old city Plaka and Flea Market for traditional Greek delicacies, and grab something to drink. If time permits, visit some additional sites such as Hefestus Temple, Kerameikos, Greek & Roman Agora, and Socrates Prison. After lunch, enjoy a visit to the New Acropolis Museum or the National Archaeological Museum to complete your experience.