• Acropolis - 1. The Acropolis of Athens is a rocky hill standing 156 meters above sea level and about 70 meters above the city of Athens. The Parthenon, a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, the city’s patroness, was designed by architects Iktinos, Kallikratis, and possibly Phidias in the 5th century BC. Visitors can also explore the Erechtheion with its famous Caryatids and the Propylaea.
• Parthenon - The Parthenon is a temple on the Athenian Acropolis in Greece, dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena, whom the Athenians regarded as their patron. Construction began in 447 BC and was completed in 438 BC, with decorations continuing until 432 BC. It is the most significant surviving building of Classical Greece and is considered the pinnacle of the Doric order’s development. Its decorative sculptures are regarded as masterpieces of Greek art.
• Erechtheion - The Erechtheion is an ancient Greek Ionic temple located on the north side of the Acropolis, primarily dedicated to the goddess Athena.
• Temple of Athena Nike - The Temple of Athena Nike is a temple on the Acropolis of Athens, dedicated to the goddesses Athena and Nike.
• Theatre of Dionysus - The Theatre of Dionysus is an ancient Greek theatre in Athens, situated on the south slope of the Acropolis hill, originally part of the sanctuary of Dionysus Eleuthereus.
• Herod Atticus Odeon - The Odeon of Herodes Atticus, also known as Herodion, is a stone Roman theatre structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis.
• Acropolis Museum - The Acropolis of Athens is a rocky hill 156 meters above sea level and about 70 meters above the city of Athens. The Parthenon is a temple built in honor of the goddess Athena, the city’s patroness. The architects involved were Iktinos, Kallikratis, and possibly Phidias (5th century BC). Visitors can also see the Erechtheion with its famous Caryatids and the Propylaea.
• Hellenic Parliament - The Greek Parliament, formerly the Palace of King Othon, is located in Syntagma Square alongside the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, which is guarded 24 hours a day by the Presidential Guard.
• Temple of Olympian Zeus - 4. Like the Acropolis, the Temple of Olympian Zeus has been a prominent Athenian landmark for centuries. The Pillars of Olympian Zeus, an outdoor ancient temple of Athena, is a half-complete temple dedicated to Zeus, the chief of the Olympian Gods. Its impressive history and destruction make it an intriguing site to study, and its size attracts many tourists. It is surrounded by other monuments, such as the Kallimarmaro Stadium, Hadrian’s Arch, and Zappeion Megaron. It is within walking distance from the center of Athens, 500 meters east of the Acropolis and south of Syntagma Square.
• Panathenaic Stadium - 3. The Panathenaic Stadium, also known as the Kallimarmaro Stadium, is the oldest operational stadium in the world, having hosted the Olympic Games three times. It is the only major stadium globally built entirely of white marble.
• Zappeion - The Zappeion is a large, palatial building adjacent to the National Gardens of Athens in the heart of Athens, Greece. It is commonly used for meetings and ceremonies, both official and private, and is one of the city’s most renowned modern landmarks.
• National Garden - The National Garden, or Royal Garden, is a public park covering 38 acres in the center of the Greek capital. It is located directly behind the Greek Parliament building (The Old Palace) and extends south to the area where the Zappeion is situated, across from the Kallimarmaro. The Garden also contains some ancient ruins, alongside busts of Ioannis Kapodistrias, Greece’s first governor, and the Philhellene Jean-Gabriel Eynard, as well as celebrated Greek poets Dionysios Solomos, author of the Greek National Hymn, and Aristotelis Valaoritis.
• Arch of Hadrian - The Arch of Hadrian, commonly known in Greek as Hadrian’s Gate, is a monumental gateway resembling a Roman triumphal arch. It spanned an ancient road from the center of Athens, Greece, to the complex of structures on the eastern side of the city, including the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
• Syntagma - Syntagma Square is the central square of Athens. It is named after the Constitution that Otto, the first King of Greece, was compelled to grant following a popular and military uprising on September 3, 1843. It is located in front of the 19th-century Old Royal Palace, which has housed the Greek Parliament since 1934. Syntagma Square is the most significant square in modern Athens, both historically and socially, at the heart of commercial activity and Greek politics.
• Changing of the Guard Ceremony - 6. Witness the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, now the Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.
• National and Kapodistrian University of Athens - The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) is a vital part of modern Greek intellectual tradition, life, and international presence. It successfully merges an established name and authority with dynamic development and creative participation in modern letters and science. It is the oldest university in the country, founded by the Royal Decree of April 22, 1837, under the name “Othonian University,” as the first king of modern Greece, Otto of Bavaria, was its founder. Initially, it consisted of four Schools (Theology, Law, Medicine, and Philosophy, the latter still comprising Mathematics and Applied Sciences) with a total of 52 students. Its first location was a neoclassical house on the north slope of the Acropolis hill, originally the home of architect Stamatis Kleanthis (today, the Museum of the University’s History is housed there).
• The Academy of Athens - The Academy of Athens is Greece’s national academy and the highest research establishment in the country. It was established in 1926, with its founding principle tracing back to the historical Academy of Plato, and operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Education. The Academy’s main building is one of Athens’ major landmarks.
• National Library of Greece - National Library (Vallianeion) This magnificent neoclassical reading room once housed over 2 million books and manuscripts, including 5,200 manuscripts that feature over 300 Greek New Testament manuscripts and handwritten renditions of works by Aristotle, Plato, and Homer.
• Plaka - 7. Plaka is the oldest and most enchanting district in Athens. It lies right below the Acropolis, with winding medieval alleyways, romantic narrow steps, neoclassical mansions, and houses with red tiles and balconies adorned with colorful flowers. Greek literature often refers to Plaka as the neighborhood of the Gods. Typical Greek taverns and street cafés serving ice-cold frappés are also characteristic of the area.
• Monastiraki - The lively Monastiraki area is known for iconic landmarks, including the ruins of Hadrian’s Library, the Ancient Agora, and the rebuilt Stoa of Attalos, which houses a museum exhibiting Athenian artifacts.
• Hadrian’s Library - Once the most luxurious public building in the city, Hadrian’s Library was constructed around AD 132. It features an internal courtyard and pool bordered by 100 columns.
• Stoa of Attalos - The Stoa of Attalos was a stoa in the Agora of Athens, Greece. It was built by and named after King Attalos II of Pergamon, who ruled between 159 BC and 138 BC.
• Ancient Agora of Athens - The agora was a central public space in ancient Greek city-states. It is the best representation of a city-state’s response to accommodate the social and political order of the polis. The literal meaning of the word “agora” is “gathering place” or “assembly.”

• Hotel/Airbnb/Port Piraeus Pick up & Drop off (Without extra charge)
• Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with A/C, Child Seats
• English speaking driver with knowledge of the history. Not licensed to accompany you in any site.
• Bottled water
• On-board WiFi
• Mobile Chargers
• Assistance with purchasing Skip-the-Line tickets (customer covers ticket cost)
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Rafina Port/Laurio Port Pick up & Drop Off (Additional charge)
• Private transportation - Tour

• Licensed Tour guide upon request depending on availability
• Τhe tickets for all archeological places and museums
• The guide driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you at any site/museum.
• Airport Pick Up & drop-off (Additional charge).
• Entrance fees
• Entrance fees

Welcome to Athens, the capital of Greece and the cradle of democracy. Athens has been a sought-after travel destination since ancient times. It is renowned for its hospitality, promising unforgettable experiences. For those with limited time who wish to explore all that Athens offers, a five to six-hour tour via private transportation is ideal. The day begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel. Traveling by private vehicle allows you to maximize your time efficiently. You also have the option to explore each site independently or hire a licensed guide for an additional fee.

• Discover Athens’ top attractions in five hours.
• Cover more ground with private transportation.
• Benefit from hotel pickup and drop-off.
• Explore at your own pace.
• Additional fees if the tour concludes at a location other than the designated meeting point.
• Flexible Pick-Up Times - Customize pick-up times to suit your schedule.
• Hourly Extensions - Extend your tour for a fee, adaptable to your needs.
• Ticket prices for archaeological sites vary depending on the season, either winter or summer
• The Acropolis is closed on January 1st, March 25th, May 1st, Easter Sunday, and December 25th and 26th.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.