Private Athens Highlights Tour Including Acropolis, Ancient Agora & Hotel Pickup
by Colours of Greece
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This private tour in Athens lasts about four to five hours and focuses on key historical and cultural landmarks. The tour starts with a drive past several important sites on the Acropolis, including the Erectheion, Temple of Athena Nike, Theatre of Dionysus, and Herodus Atticus Odeon. Then, guests spend about 20 minutes exploring the Acropolis itself, with its centerpiece, the Parthenon, a temple dedicated to Athena that exemplifies classical Greek architecture. Next, the tour stops for a view of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, a large ancient temple begun in the 6th century BC and completed over 600 years later under Emperor Hadrian. Visitors will see the remains of what was once a grand monument with 104 columns. Afterwards, the group pauses at the Panathenaic Stadium for about 15 minutes. Built originally in 330 BC and rebuilt in marble in 144 AD, it holds 60,000 spectators and hosted the first modern Olympic Games ceremonies. The tour continues with a 20-minute stop to watch the Changing of the Guards ceremony outside the Presidential Mansion, where the Evzones perform their traditional routine. The Presidential Mansion, once the Royal Palace, is also described. The route passes landmarks such as the Greek Parliament and National Garden. A photo stop at Lycabettus Hill, Athens’ highest point at 277 meters, offers wide views of the city, Acropolis, and sea. Driving through Plaka’s narrow streets reveals the feel of this historic neighborhood beneath the Acropolis. The final main stop is the Athenian Agora, where guests can see ruins of temples, marketplaces, and civic buildings that were once the city’s political and social center. Visitors may alternatively spend time in Monastiraki Square, known for its flea market, street food, and views of the Acropolis. The tour uses a sedan vehicle for groups of one to four, includes bottled water, on-board WiFi, air conditioning, and hotel pickup and drop-off. The English-speaking driver has historical knowledge but is not licensed to guide inside the sites. Admission fees are not included, and airport pickup is optional with extra cost.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Acropolis Drive-by Monuments
The tour passes by several important monuments on the Acropolis: the Erectheion, known for its Caryatid porch; the Temple of Athena Nike, a small temple dedicated to Athena as a warrior; the open-air Theatre of Dionysus, where Greek drama was performed; and the Herodus Atticus Odeon, a Roman-era theater still used for performances.
60 min
Acropolis and Parthenon
A 20-minute visit to the Acropolis, the ancient citadel that overlooks Athens. The Parthenon temple, dedicated to the goddess Athena, is the main highlight, showcasing classical Greek architecture and art from the city’s golden age.
20 min
Temple of Olympian Zeus
View the ruins of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, whose construction started in the 6th century BC and was completed over 600 years later in the 2nd century AD under Roman Emperor Hadrian. The temple originally featured 104 massive columns and contained one of the largest cult statues of Zeus, king of the Olympian gods.
Panathenaic Stadium
A 15-minute stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, built in 330 BC and rebuilt in marble around 144 AD by Herodes Atticus. It seats 60,000 and is the only stadium made entirely of marble. It hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.
15 min
Changing of the Guards at Presidential Mansion
Watch the 20-minute ceremonial Changing of the Guards outside the Presidential Mansion. The Evzones, dressed in traditional uniform, perform their precise routine. The mansion was the former Royal Palace before the monarchy ended in 1973.
20 min
Presidential Mansion
The official residence of the president of Greece, formerly the Royal Palace until the monarchy was abolished in 1973.
Greek Parliament and National Garden Drive-by
Pass by the Greek Parliament building and the National Garden, both located in central Athens.
Lycabettus Hill Photo Stop
A 20-minute stop at Lycabettus Hill, the tallest point in Athens at 277 meters. Views include the city, Acropolis, and nearby sea and islands, offering a broad vantage point for photos.
20 min
Drive Through Plaka Neighborhood
Drive through the narrow, winding streets of Plaka, a historic area below the Acropolis known for its neoclassical buildings, shops, and cafés.
Athenian Agora
A 60-minute stop at the Athenian Agora, the ancient center of political, commercial, and social life. Visitors see ruins of temples, marketplaces, and civic buildings where democracy and philosophy developed.
60 min
Monastiraki Square (Alternative to Agora)
An optional 30-minute stop at Monastiraki Square, a lively area with a flea market, street food, and landmarks such as Hadrian's Library and Tzistarakis Mosque, offering views of the Acropolis.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Private Athens Highlights Tour Including Acropolis, Ancient Agora & Hotel Pickup
by Colours of Greece
Choose from 3 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.€240Overview
This private tour in Athens lasts about four to five hours and focuses on key historical and cultural landmarks. The tour starts with a drive past several important sites on the Acropolis, including the Erectheion, Temple of Athena Nike, Theatre of Dionysus, and Herodus Atticus Odeon. Then, guests spend about 20 minutes exploring the Acropolis itself, with its centerpiece, the Parthenon, a temple dedicated to Athena that exemplifies classical Greek architecture. Next, the tour stops for a view of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, a large ancient temple begun in the 6th century BC and completed over 600 years later under Emperor Hadrian. Visitors will see the remains of what was once a grand monument with 104 columns. Afterwards, the group pauses at the Panathenaic Stadium for about 15 minutes. Built originally in 330 BC and rebuilt in marble in 144 AD, it holds 60,000 spectators and hosted the first modern Olympic Games ceremonies. The tour continues with a 20-minute stop to watch the Changing of the Guards ceremony outside the Presidential Mansion, where the Evzones perform their traditional routine. The Presidential Mansion, once the Royal Palace, is also described. The route passes landmarks such as the Greek Parliament and National Garden. A photo stop at Lycabettus Hill, Athens’ highest point at 277 meters, offers wide views of the city, Acropolis, and sea. Driving through Plaka’s narrow streets reveals the feel of this historic neighborhood beneath the Acropolis. The final main stop is the Athenian Agora, where guests can see ruins of temples, marketplaces, and civic buildings that were once the city’s political and social center. Visitors may alternatively spend time in Monastiraki Square, known for its flea market, street food, and views of the Acropolis. The tour uses a sedan vehicle for groups of one to four, includes bottled water, on-board WiFi, air conditioning, and hotel pickup and drop-off. The English-speaking driver has historical knowledge but is not licensed to guide inside the sites. Admission fees are not included, and airport pickup is optional with extra cost.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Acropolis Drive-by Monuments
The tour passes by several important monuments on the Acropolis: the Erectheion, known for its Caryatid porch; the Temple of Athena Nike, a small temple dedicated to Athena as a warrior; the open-air Theatre of Dionysus, where Greek drama was performed; and the Herodus Atticus Odeon, a Roman-era theater still used for performances.
60 min
Acropolis and Parthenon
A 20-minute visit to the Acropolis, the ancient citadel that overlooks Athens. The Parthenon temple, dedicated to the goddess Athena, is the main highlight, showcasing classical Greek architecture and art from the city’s golden age.
20 min
Temple of Olympian Zeus
View the ruins of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, whose construction started in the 6th century BC and was completed over 600 years later in the 2nd century AD under Roman Emperor Hadrian. The temple originally featured 104 massive columns and contained one of the largest cult statues of Zeus, king of the Olympian gods.
Panathenaic Stadium
A 15-minute stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, built in 330 BC and rebuilt in marble around 144 AD by Herodes Atticus. It seats 60,000 and is the only stadium made entirely of marble. It hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.
15 min
Changing of the Guards at Presidential Mansion
Watch the 20-minute ceremonial Changing of the Guards outside the Presidential Mansion. The Evzones, dressed in traditional uniform, perform their precise routine. The mansion was the former Royal Palace before the monarchy ended in 1973.
20 min
Presidential Mansion
The official residence of the president of Greece, formerly the Royal Palace until the monarchy was abolished in 1973.
Greek Parliament and National Garden Drive-by
Pass by the Greek Parliament building and the National Garden, both located in central Athens.
Lycabettus Hill Photo Stop
A 20-minute stop at Lycabettus Hill, the tallest point in Athens at 277 meters. Views include the city, Acropolis, and nearby sea and islands, offering a broad vantage point for photos.
20 min
Drive Through Plaka Neighborhood
Drive through the narrow, winding streets of Plaka, a historic area below the Acropolis known for its neoclassical buildings, shops, and cafés.
Athenian Agora
A 60-minute stop at the Athenian Agora, the ancient center of political, commercial, and social life. Visitors see ruins of temples, marketplaces, and civic buildings where democracy and philosophy developed.
60 min
Monastiraki Square (Alternative to Agora)
An optional 30-minute stop at Monastiraki Square, a lively area with a flea market, street food, and landmarks such as Hadrian's Library and Tzistarakis Mosque, offering views of the Acropolis.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.