Acropolis Tours and Tickets

See Ancient Greece's most impressive sights on this 3-hour Athens walking tour. Get an up-close look at the Greek Parliament and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, as well as the presidential guards who protect it. Explore the National Gardens and wander the timeworn streets of Plaka. Then, cap your tour at the Acropolis of Athens, the Greek capital's UNESCO World Heritage-listed showstopper, where the Parthenon and other classical ruins await.

Explore Athens by TRIKKE® (electric tricycle) and check off the Greek capital's top sights with this 2-hour small group tour. Hop aboard your easy-to-ride, three-wheeled Trikke, and zip between showstopper sights - from the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens to the Panathenaic Stadium. Enjoy frequent stops to take photos, and benefit from the personalized commentary of your local guide.

Be taught how to make real Greek food and enjoy dinner with a view on this 3.5-hour cooking class in Athens. Head to a much-loved bakery in vibrant Monastiraki and learn how to make traditional Greek dishes, from tzatziki to spinach pie, with hands-on guidance from an experienced chef. Then, when the food is ready, head up to the roof to enjoy the fruits of your labor while you take in unbeatable views of the Acropolis of Athens, the UNESCO-listed jewel in Athens' crown. This small-group tour is limited to just eight participants.

Escape the well-trodden tourist track and discover a quieter side of Athens on this leisurely 3.5-hour to 4-hour walking tour. With a local guide, explore the tucked-away areas around the slopes of the Acropolis and uncover their ancient and recent past. Stroll around the cobbled Plaka, Athens' Old Town; and delve into Anafiotika, where the sugar-cube houses mirror a whitewashed Cyclades village. Discover the ancient sites of Mars Hill and Philopappou Hill, and savor a delicious Greek picnic and glass of wine as you gaze over Athens sprawled below.

Uncover the ancient secrets of the most famous site in Athens on a private Acropolis tour. Follow a historian guide up Acropolis Hill, stopping to explore hidden pathways, corners, and landmarks that most tourists miss. Hear the legends that left their mark on the sacred stones, from secret cults worshiping the goddess Athena to lost art galleries and mythical beasts. It's a fascinating way to dig deeper into this monumental link to the ancient Greek world.

Discover the ancient history of Athens, Greece on this guided, 3-hour walking tour. Walk along the city streets packed with famous and not-so-famous historical sites and the center of Greek civilization. See sites like the Acropolis of Athens, the Ancient Agora of Athens and Panathenaic Stadium. Learn about the 4,000-year history of Athens and discover modern-day life from a local guide's perspective. Also, witness the traditional Greek changing of the guard ceremony. Metro ticket is included.

Admire ancient treasures side-by-side with modern marvels on this full-day sightseeing tour of Athens and Cape Sounion. Visit the famous Acropolis and Temple of Olympic Zeus, plus contemporary Athenian highlights like Panathinaikon Stadium and Parliament House. Savor traditional Greek flavors with an included lunch, and travel to Cape Sounion in the afternoon for spectacular views of the Saronic Gulf and the ancient Temple of Poseidon perched dramatically atop sea cliffs.

Take in all that Athens has to offer during this comprehensive 8-hour guided sightseeing shore excursion covering the Greek capital's top highlights. Explore the birthplace of Western Civilization as you visit the Acropolis, Ancient Agora, the charming neighborhood of Plaka, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Panathenaic Stadium, and much more.

Spend a full, 8-hour day exploring Athens with a private guide. This tour allows you to visit highlights such as The Acropolis, the Ancient Greek Agora, Hadrian Library, and more. Stop in Plaka for free time and lunch. Round-trip private transportation included.

Discover the highlights and hidden treasures of Ancient Greece and learn the tips and techniques of professional photography on this guided, full-day, private photo tour. Walk the city streets and the outskirts of the Greek capital. Learn practical tips from a professional photographer guide, capturing the details that many amateurs miss. See the city from an entirely new perspective and get creative pictures to make memories that last a lifetime. Hotel pickup, drop-off and transportation are included.

Perfect for travelers seeking an alternative sightseeing experience, this 3-hour Athens sightseeing tour reveals the city's highlights and hidden gems. Alongside your guide, you'll stroll down secluded alleys and over ancient roads and tick off top Athens attractions including the Acropolis, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Uncover the best souvenir shops and local haunts, and sample a traditional Greek sweet in a caf e. On this small-group tour, limited to 12 people, you'll receive personalized attention from your guide.

Escape the daytime heat and see Athens' ancient sights after the sun has gone down on this 2.5-hour electric bike tour. Meet your guide in the late evening, then hop aboard your easy-to-ride bike and zip around the city center. Cruise through atmospheric Plaka, or Athens Old Town, and see the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Acropolis of Athens and other historical landmarks illuminated against the night sky. This small-group tour is limited to just 11 participants.

Get an early start in ancient Athens during this 3-hour morning city tour offering minimal crowds and a variety of sensory delights. Wander the historic Varvakeios Market, observing the bustle of early-morning shoppers picking up their daily goods. Then ascend to the timeless Acropolis, listening to the sweet song of sunrise birdcalls as you admire this famous wonder. Cap off your "early riser" excursion with coffee and a cheese or spinach pie at a traditional pastry shop on Syntagma Square. A tour host, breakfast and round-trip hotel transport are included.

Discover the history and myths of ancient Athens on a 4-hour walking tour with your own private guide. See UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites including The Acropolis, which contains the Parthenon and Temple of Athena Nike, among other famous monuments. Continue to the Temple of Olympian Zeus, discover the core of the ancient city at the Agora of Athens (aka the Forum of Athens), and view the Temple of Hephaestus and the ancient Keramikos Cemetery. Your knowledgeable guide brings the history and legends to life on this ancient Athens tour.

Athens, the birthplace of democracy, is celebrated for its myriad cultural landmarks, temples and monuments from the classical era. See all of the city's highlights, including the Acropolis, Parthenon, the Theater of Dionysus, the Temple of Athena Nike and much more on this private walking tour. With a licensed archaeologist leading the way, avoid crowds and tourist-traps, and hear this ancient city's unique stories.

The UNESCO-listed Acropolis is undeniably the star attraction of Athens, but the ancient Greek capital also has a wealth of sights to discover away from the tourist trail. This full-day small-group walking tour will introduce you to the real Athens, as you shop at the local markets, explore the vibrant Plaka neighborhood, visit a secret garden and sample traditional Greek foods.

Experience the very best of Athens with the assistance of a local guide on this private tour to the Acropolis and other ancient highlights. Ascend one of the most famous historical sites in Europe and explore excavated treasures at the new Acropolis museum. Visit other cultural treasures around the city, including the National Gardens, Temple of Zeus, Greek Parliament building and Panathinaikon Olympic stadium. Take a break from touring with a gourmet lunch or dinner atop Lycabettus Hill, complete with some of the best views in town. 

8 DESTINATIONS Athens - Delphi - Arachova - Nafpaktos - Ioannina - Zagoria - Metsovo - Meteora - Athens8 DAYS Premium quality breakfast, lunch & dinner including a drink dailyStay in traditional & luxury 4 or 5 star hotels12 PEOPLE MAX English speaking certified guideSmall private & child-free groups (Minimum age 16)

Put the ancient world in context during this full-day private tour of Athens. Whether you're unfamiliar with the birthplace of western civilisation or a veteran classicist, this private tour offers the chance to immerse yourself in ancient history and and architecture. Work up an appetite following your guide around Athen's major sites, including the UNESCO World Heritage listed Acropolis, before settling in for an authentic Greek dinner.

If you're short on time and energy, take a three-hour electric bike tour of Athens.  After being fitted with your bike, your private guide takes you past the city's sights of the past and present. Feel free to stop whenever you like to ask questions or take photos. With the aid of your electric motor, you'll cover several important areas of the city without getting worn out.