Your sightseeing in Athens begins with the hill of Acropolis which will be the highlight of your day. On the historical hill, you will have the opportunity to see the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the monumental gateway (Propylaea), the Erechtheum and of course the famous Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the goddess Athena.
The Propylaea is the monumental entrance to the sacred area dedicated to Athena, the patron goddess of the city. Built by the architect Mnesicles with Pentelic marble, their design was avant-garde. To the southwest of the Propylaea, on a rampart protecting the main entrance to the Acropolis, is the Ionian temple of Apteros Nike.
The Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena. The eternal symbol of the Athenian Democracy and the Western Civilization.
The Erechtheion or Temple of Athena Polias is an ancient Greek Ionic temple-telesterion on the north side of the Acropolis, the strongest and most sacred place in ancient Athens, primarily dedicated to the goddess Athena.
The Temple of Athena Nike is a temple on the Acropolis of Athens, dedicated to the goddesses Athena and Nike. Built around 420 BC, the temple is the earliest fully Ionic temple on the Acropolis.
The Theatre of Dionysus Eleuthereus is a major theatre in Athens, considered to be the world's first ever theatre, built at the foot of the Athens Acropolis.
Located on the southern slope of the Acropolis, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a Roman-era stone theater built in 161 CE in memory of Herodes Atticus' wife, Regilla. Renowned for its exceptional acoustics, it once seated 5,000 spectators and hosted music and theater performances. Today, it serves as a premier venue for the Athens Festival, offering unforgettable events against the iconic Acropolis backdrop.
Following our tour of the Acropolis, we will head towards the Temple of Zeus, the largest temple in antiquity, devoted to the King of the Gods, by way of Hadrian's Arch.
A modern architectural masterpiece at the foot of the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum showcases a stunning collection of artifacts from the Archaic and Classical periods, with a special emphasis on the 5th century BCE Acropolis. Highlights include the Parthenon Gallery, ancient sculptures, and the remarkable integration of an excavated Athenian neighborhood visible beneath the glass floors. Opened in 2009, this award-winning museum offers a unique blend of ancient history and contemporary design, making it a must-visit for any history enthusiast.
We will visit the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.
We will view the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which today is the Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.
The Hellenic Parliament, in Greek known as "Voulí ton Ellínon" is the parliament of Greece, located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square. The Parliament is the supreme democratic institution that represents the citizens through an elected body of Members of Parliament.
Syntagma Square is the central square of Athens. The square is named after the Constitution that Otto, the first King of Greece, was obliged to grant after a popular and military uprising on the 3rd of September 1843.
The Academy Building constitutes one of three parts in an “architectural trilogy”. It was founded with the Constitutional Decree of March 18th, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts.
The National Library of Greece was built at the end of the 19th century, as the last of the Architectural Trilogy of Athens, a group of three neoclassical buildings which also includes the Academy and the University. The building was designed by Mr Theophil Hansen.
Moving on towards the historical center of the city we will drive up the highest hill of Athens, Lycabettus Hill, where you’ll have experience the best panoramic view of the city, from the hill of Acropolis out to the Aegean Sea.
We trusted Victor after a tour of Washington DC maybe 10 years ago., which was very positive. George picked us up at Athens Marriott promptly at 10 as. We found George to be not only an excellent driver, but, as a resident and native Athenian, very knowledgeable as the economy as well as important city points of interest.
It was Great! Alexandros did an awesome job. He was very informative! His driving was very comfortable. The vehicle was very nice.
Giannis P. was absolutely Fantastic! A Gentleman, polite, professional, incredibly knowledgeable! Very punctual, very cool! His Mercedes was immaculate! He got me to the Acropolis/Parthenon, Acropolis Museum, The Hill, the “Changing of the Guard”, the Olympic Stadium, and, an upscale Cigar Shop in a very timely fashion! Athens University Graduate, very comprehensive overview of Greece/Athens History! Great Guy, new friend! This is your Guy/Guide in Athens!
Easy,pleasant way to see the Parthenon and the Acropolis Museum while also getting an overview of Athens. Makis, our driver, was personable and gave us good information.
Great tour. Super guide, Peter. He adjusted the itinerary to fit our limitations. He added stops to fill in for the sites we couldn’t enjoy for physical limitations. We ended up with a full tour seeing the Athens sites and some out of the way less visited sites. Ancient Greece Tours, George and Peter are extremely accommodating. We had a wonderful day. Thank you.
As a native of Athens, Giannis was the perfect guide! He gave us lots of background information, dropped us off at the entrances of the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum, shared highlights of Athens, and even gave us dinner recommendations! Car was clean and comfortable. We would highly recommend booking him for your next Athens visit!
Stelios was an amazing, knowledgeable and kind driver and guide. We learned much about Athens culture and history and even received recommendations for local eating and shopping. We enjoyed our great half day tour and hope to see you again someday Stelios!
Peter was an amazing driver and very friendly. We got to see a lot of Athens and learned a lot as we went. The Acropolis and museum tour with Eva was also great and informative. Would definitely recommend!
Amazing tour! We enjoyed the acropolis and the museum. The hike is a bit steep and slippery at times but we took breaks along the way. Nancy is the best tour guide!
My wife and I had a wonderful day in Athens with Dimitri, our driver. We had one day to see as much of Athens as possible and we were able to make the most of it. Dimitri picked us up promptly at our cruise ship location at 8:30 am, loaded up our bags and we were off to a fabulous tour of Athens. Dimitri was extremely pleasant and friendly and provided us with a great deal of information about the history of Athens as he took us to see many of the sights that the city is famous for, but also some lesser known, but just as important, to include the Panathenaic Stadium and the Parliament Building (former King's Palace). We even got to witness the changing of the guard. He made several stops for photo opportunities along the way, which we much appreciated, and was always ready to take photos of the two of us. We had ample time to explore the Acropolis area when he dropped us off at the main entrance. Next we toured the Acropolis museum, then were off to hike up to the top of Mount Lycabettus, where we had a spectacular 360 degree view of Athens. As our tour came to an end, Dimitri delivered us to our hotel just in time to check in. It was a very full day, but completed in just 6 1/5 hours. We were able to do so much more in a short amount of time with a private driver because he was able to get us to places where buses were unable to get to, plus we had some flexibility with our itinerary. So much value for our $$. Highly recommend this tour and Dimitri, our driver and tour guide.
Stress free! We travelled as a group of 9 and George made it so easy, comfortable and informative. Highly recommend
Giannis is the best tour guide. Very knowledgeable and respectful. Great personality and kind. We had the best day due to him.
I had the absolute pleasure of doing two full-day tours with George and his incredible team of drivers and tour guides, and I can confidently say it was one of the best travel experiences of my life. On the first day, we explored the highlights of Athens — including the iconic Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Acropolis Museum, and other stunning historical landmarks. Everything was perfectly timed, and the guide’s knowledge made every moment memorable. The second day took us on a breathtaking journey to Delphi and Thermopylae — where we stood on the very ground where the legendary 300 Spartans faced the Persian army. It was surreal and deeply moving. We also had lunch at a beautiful mountain-top restaurant with an incredible view and top-tier food — truly unforgettable. The Mercedes mini-van was in perfect condition, super comfortable, and made the long drives relaxing. The price was also very reasonable for the level of service we received. I absolutely fell in love with Greece — its landscapes, its food, and its people. I haven’t even left yet, and I already want to come back. Thank you, George and your amazing team — you made this trip one I’ll never forget!
Eva, our guide, was a fountain of information. We toured the Parthenon, Acropolis, Acropolis Museum and the Theater of Dionysus. As a former archaeologist, she offered great historical information and entertaining mythological stories of all the spots. Giannis out driver was ready at a moment’s notice and navigated the city with ease. Would recommend them both!
The entire process of booking to picking us up at the airport and hiding us on the tour was amazing. Our tour guide was Eva and she was lovely and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend paying extra for a tour guide. Everything was first class.
Visiting Athens wouldn’t be complete without this tour - perfect amount of time! Our guide, George, was truly amazing — I can't imagine anyone more knowledgeable about the city and its incredible ancient ruins. The tour was punctual, and every stop was memorable! From the Olympic Stadium to the changing of the guard, and of course, the Acropolis... simply FABULOUS! We also experienced the New acropolis museum which was remarkable. Thank you to the tour operator !
Our driver George was extremely knowledgeable and maneuvered through the crazy traffic with great skill.
Giannis was an amazing guide! His knowledge, professionalism, and personality made for the perfect private tour giving us the opportunity to see everything we wanted in the short time we had. We would highly recommend this tour, specifically with Giannis, for anyone interested. He provided excellent information about the sights we visited while keeping us comfortable in his air conditioned and perfectly kept car.
Unique tour. Giannus was our driver and he was very knowledgable, a great driver and a really nice person. Was the perfect tour of beautiful Athens. Giannus recommended a local restaurant which was amazing. A fantastic day. Highly recommend.
Giannas was the best driver and guide for our tour today! We had a few hiccups (out of anyone's control, bus stuck, Israel protests, and unusual traffic. He was awesome at navigating us around things and still showing us all the amazing sites and giving us the stories of Athens! We ended our tour with the best Greek Dinning restaurant! ** HIGHLY RECOMMEND **
Dimitrios was a great guide, showing us some of the hidden gems of the city. The highlight for me was definitely the food, as he took us by a local pastry shop and souvlaki restaurant that no tourist would be able to find. Highly recommended
Tas was brilliant, he was friendly and extremely knowledgeable! Throughout the entire day he remained engaging and inviting. I cannot say enough about his professionalism and approachability. Thank you for making our trip to Corinth so perfect!
Dimitris took us to a local restaurant for a very tasty lunch. We ate really good gyros and souvlaki. He ordered for us the best iced coffee and cappuccino’s that were perfect for such a hot summer day. Dimitris was very attentive and informative and funny.
Nice experience. Visiting the most important places of Athens. Comfortable car tour, and excellent guide.
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