Essential Athens Highlights and Cape Sounion Skip-The-Line Tour with Optional Lunch
by Warmpenguin
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Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€284Overview
This private day trip lasts about 8 to 9 hours and includes essential highlights of Athens combined with a coastal drive to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon. The tour begins with pickup from the hotel, Airbnb, or cruise ship in Athens by a professional driver. The first stop is the Acropolis, where visitors see the Parthenon, the Propylaia gateway, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion with its Caryatids, the Theatre of Dionysus, and the Roman theater Herodius Atticus. The group then proceeds to the Acropolis Museum, located nearby, which displays many artifacts from the site; entering the museum is optional. Next, the tour visits the Temple of Zeus, a large ancient temple built in the 6th century BC, followed by a view of Hadrian's Arch close to the same area. The Panathenaic Stadium, also called Kallimarmaro, is the next stop; it is the marble stadium where the original Marathon ends. Afterward, the tour continues to Syntagma Square to see the Hellenic Parliament building and the Changing of the Guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The group also visits Monastiraki Square, a central area in Athens' Old Town. An optional traditional three-course Greek lunch is available, usually served by the sea in Sounion during summer months or in Athens at other times; alcoholic drinks are not included. After lunch or the city stops, the tour follows the coastal road along the Athens Riviera, passing scenic seaside suburbs with views of the Aegean Sea and rugged coastline. The final destination is the Temple of Poseidon, located 70 meters above sea level on a clifftop at the tip of the Athens Peninsula. This temple was a landmark for ancient sailors and is especially notable at sunset. The tour concludes with a return transfer to the original pickup location in Athens.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Pickup in Athens
The tour begins with pickup at your hotel, cruise ship, or Athens residence. The driver will greet you at the agreed time and explain the tour. You will travel in a new Mercedes vehicle with complimentary bottled water and WiFi.
5 min
Acropolis
Visit the Acropolis, the center of ancient Athenian life, surrounded by a Mycenaean cyclopean wall. See the Parthenon, enter through the Propylaia gateway, view the Temple of Athena Nike from 420 BC, the Erechtheion with Caryatid statues, the 6th-century BC Theatre of Dionysus where ancient plays debuted, and the fully renovated Roman theater Herodius Atticus from AD 161.
60 min
Parthenon
This architectural masterpiece was dedicated to the goddess Athena and originally housed her statue. Its decorative sculptures are key examples of classical Greek art, with many pieces now displayed in the nearby Acropolis Museum.
10 min
Acropolis Museum
Located next to the Acropolis, the museum contains many artifacts and sculptures from the site. Visitors can choose to enter the museum or continue without visiting.
60 min
Temple of Zeus
This large temple in central Athens was dedicated to Zeus, head of the Olympian gods. Construction began in the 6th century BC. It once contained a richly decorated statue and was considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
10 min
Hadrian's Arch
A large triumphal arch built by ancient Athenians for the Roman Emperor Hadrian, situated near the Temple of Zeus.
5 min
Panathenaic Stadium
Known as Kallimarmaro, this marble stadium is the only one in the world made entirely of marble. It is the endpoint of the classic Marathon race.
20 min
Syntagma Square
Athens' main square housing the Hellenic Parliament building. Here visitors see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony performed by Evzones in traditional uniform.
20 min
Monastiraki Square
Located in Athens' Old Town, this square is a busy center of local life.
Lunch Option
If selected, enjoy a traditional three-course Greek lunch. In summer, lunch is served by the sea in Sounion, and at other times in Athens. Alcoholic beverages are not included.
60 min
Lake SPA Site
Part of Greece’s Natura 2000 protected sites, this area features thermal and mineral-rich waters that have been used as a spa retreat for centuries.
Athens Riviera
Travel through an upscale suburb marking the start of the Athens Riviera with sea views along the coastal route.
Coastal Scenery
Drive along a scenic coastal stretch with elevated views of the sea, rugged coastline, and small settlements.
Temple of Poseidon
Situated 70 meters above sea level on a clifftop at the tip of the Athens Peninsula, this temple was dedicated to the god Poseidon. It was the last sight for ancient sailors leaving port and the first when returning. The temple is especially notable at sunset and concludes the tour.
40 min
Drop Off
The driver returns you safely to your original pickup location in Athens, either your residence or cruise ship, at the end of the tour.
5 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Essential Athens Highlights and Cape Sounion Skip-The-Line Tour with Optional Lunch
by Warmpenguin
Choose from 6 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€284Overview
This private day trip lasts about 8 to 9 hours and includes essential highlights of Athens combined with a coastal drive to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon. The tour begins with pickup from the hotel, Airbnb, or cruise ship in Athens by a professional driver. The first stop is the Acropolis, where visitors see the Parthenon, the Propylaia gateway, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion with its Caryatids, the Theatre of Dionysus, and the Roman theater Herodius Atticus. The group then proceeds to the Acropolis Museum, located nearby, which displays many artifacts from the site; entering the museum is optional. Next, the tour visits the Temple of Zeus, a large ancient temple built in the 6th century BC, followed by a view of Hadrian's Arch close to the same area. The Panathenaic Stadium, also called Kallimarmaro, is the next stop; it is the marble stadium where the original Marathon ends. Afterward, the tour continues to Syntagma Square to see the Hellenic Parliament building and the Changing of the Guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The group also visits Monastiraki Square, a central area in Athens' Old Town. An optional traditional three-course Greek lunch is available, usually served by the sea in Sounion during summer months or in Athens at other times; alcoholic drinks are not included. After lunch or the city stops, the tour follows the coastal road along the Athens Riviera, passing scenic seaside suburbs with views of the Aegean Sea and rugged coastline. The final destination is the Temple of Poseidon, located 70 meters above sea level on a clifftop at the tip of the Athens Peninsula. This temple was a landmark for ancient sailors and is especially notable at sunset. The tour concludes with a return transfer to the original pickup location in Athens.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Pickup in Athens
The tour begins with pickup at your hotel, cruise ship, or Athens residence. The driver will greet you at the agreed time and explain the tour. You will travel in a new Mercedes vehicle with complimentary bottled water and WiFi.
5 min
Acropolis
Visit the Acropolis, the center of ancient Athenian life, surrounded by a Mycenaean cyclopean wall. See the Parthenon, enter through the Propylaia gateway, view the Temple of Athena Nike from 420 BC, the Erechtheion with Caryatid statues, the 6th-century BC Theatre of Dionysus where ancient plays debuted, and the fully renovated Roman theater Herodius Atticus from AD 161.
60 min
Parthenon
This architectural masterpiece was dedicated to the goddess Athena and originally housed her statue. Its decorative sculptures are key examples of classical Greek art, with many pieces now displayed in the nearby Acropolis Museum.
10 min
Acropolis Museum
Located next to the Acropolis, the museum contains many artifacts and sculptures from the site. Visitors can choose to enter the museum or continue without visiting.
60 min
Temple of Zeus
This large temple in central Athens was dedicated to Zeus, head of the Olympian gods. Construction began in the 6th century BC. It once contained a richly decorated statue and was considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
10 min
Hadrian's Arch
A large triumphal arch built by ancient Athenians for the Roman Emperor Hadrian, situated near the Temple of Zeus.
5 min
Panathenaic Stadium
Known as Kallimarmaro, this marble stadium is the only one in the world made entirely of marble. It is the endpoint of the classic Marathon race.
20 min
Syntagma Square
Athens' main square housing the Hellenic Parliament building. Here visitors see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony performed by Evzones in traditional uniform.
20 min
Monastiraki Square
Located in Athens' Old Town, this square is a busy center of local life.
Lunch Option
If selected, enjoy a traditional three-course Greek lunch. In summer, lunch is served by the sea in Sounion, and at other times in Athens. Alcoholic beverages are not included.
60 min
Lake SPA Site
Part of Greece’s Natura 2000 protected sites, this area features thermal and mineral-rich waters that have been used as a spa retreat for centuries.
Athens Riviera
Travel through an upscale suburb marking the start of the Athens Riviera with sea views along the coastal route.
Coastal Scenery
Drive along a scenic coastal stretch with elevated views of the sea, rugged coastline, and small settlements.
Temple of Poseidon
Situated 70 meters above sea level on a clifftop at the tip of the Athens Peninsula, this temple was dedicated to the god Poseidon. It was the last sight for ancient sailors leaving port and the first when returning. The temple is especially notable at sunset and concludes the tour.
40 min
Drop Off
The driver returns you safely to your original pickup location in Athens, either your residence or cruise ship, at the end of the tour.
5 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.