Excellent tour. Professional driver…modified itinerary to fit our needs. Perfect day of touring!!
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What's Included
Includes
- Skip the booth queues for tickets – optional advance booking available
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Professional Drivers (Not licensed to accompany you into the sites)
- Modern, well-maintained, air-conditioned vehicle
Excludes
- Lunch
- English-speaking licensed tour guide (Optional / 360 Euros payable in cash).Subject to availability.
- Airport pickup/drop-off on request (additional fee varies by vehicle type)
- Gratuities
- Entrance Fees to the Acropolis - the ancient Athenian Agora & the Acropolis Museum (70.00 Euros per adult)
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
Greece’s most famous monument that houses the pride and crown jewel of Athens, the Parthenon. Dedicated to the city’s ancient patron, Athena – the Goddess of wisdom, the Parthenon is globally considered an enduring symbol of Democracy, Culture and Civilization. Housed on top and in the surroundings of the sacred rock are some of the most important sites of the capital’s ancient heritage, such as: Propylaea, the entrance to the rock. The Temple of Wingless Victory, which was devoted to Goddess Athena-Nike. Erechtheum, with the temple’s best-known feature being its south porch, whose roof, instead of being supported on columns, rested on the heads of six Korai statues – the famous Caryatides. The Odeon of Herodes Atticus, a 5000-seat stone Roman theatre which was carved into the rock and is still used for music festivals The Theatre of Dionysus where the Athenians listened to the immortal works of Sophocles, Aeschylus, Euripides and Aristophanes.
We continue our tour by passing by the Temple of Olympian Zeus – King of the Greek Pantheon. The now half-ruined temple, which is also known as Olympieion, was at its peak consisted of 104 columns of 17 meters (56 ft) high and 2 m (6 ft 7 in) in diameter!
Following the visit to the temple, we will make a brief stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, also known as Kallimarmaro, a multi-purpose stadium, where the first modern Olympics were held in 1896. Interesting fact! The Panathenaic Stadium, also known as the Kalimarmaro, is the only stadium in the world that was built entirely out of marble.
Our next stop will be at the Greek parliament – a building which was originally built with the purpose of being the palace of Otto, the first King of Greece.
Housed outside of the Parliament building is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, guarded by the presidential guard. This light infantry unit, dressed in the traditional Evzone's uniform, conducts a famous changing of the guard ceremony.
We will then drive along Panepistimiou Street which connects Constitution (Syntagma) Square with Concord (Omonia) Square. During this short drive in the heart of the capital, you will come across three beautiful buildings: the Academy, the University and the National Library. Interesting fact! Constructed in the 19th century, these three mansions are commonly referred to as the “neo-classical trilogy” of Athens.
Our driving session continues with a stop at Lycabettus Hill, one of the city’s highest viewpoints, which offers one of the best panoramic views of downtown Athens and its suburbs.
After enjoying the view, you will have lunch at a traditional Greek restaurant, tasting authentic Greek cuisine with its’ unique Mediterranean characteristics. Continuing the exploration of the city, we will head to the oldest and most famous part of the city, the Plaka district. Known for its picturesque streets filled with neoclassical buildings and small shops, Plaka is an area of interest for both tourists and locals alike.
Strolling through the beautiful neighborhood, you will come across both the Roman & the ancient Athenian Agora. The agora was considered to be the heart and soul of Athens during the city’s peak, having the role of a business, political, and legal center. Nowadays, a large open area of ancient ruins and greenery, the Agora attracts more than half a million international visitors annually due to the important monuments that it houses. Two of the most notable highlights of the Agora are: I. The Temple of Hephaestus, a 5th century BCE temple dedicated to Hephaestus – the God of metal working, craftsmanship, and fire – which remains largely intact. & II. The Stoa of Attalos, a stoa (covered walkway) built by and named after King Attalos II of Pergamon.
The new Acropolis Museum opened in 2009 and is located under the south slope of the Acropolis. The museum contains mostly pediment sculptures, reliefs, and statues found on the sacred rock, which formed its decoration. Displaying over 4,000 exhibits, the Acropolis Museum is considered one of the best and most significant museums in the world.
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Perfect day in Athens! We opted for the private tour and our guide Jimmy curated the day perfectly for us. We saw everything we hoped and more, and learned so much along the way about Greek history and culture. At each stop, Jimmy shared some tips and highlights and then encouraged us to take as much time as we needed to explore. When we were ready to move to the next stop, Jimmy was seemingly miraculously in the exact right spot waiting for us. Jimmy was so wonderful that we booked another tour with him during our time in Greece. He was professional, kind, extremely knowledgeable and so enjoyable to spend a day with. HIGHLY recommend booking to make the most of your time in Athens!
Our guide Cristos was the best! We saw the so much of Athens and had a fabulous day! We would recommend this tour 100 percent!
Our tour with Frank was amazing! He was kind, patient, knowledgeable, and entertaining! The vehicle was comfortable and spacious. Frank gets our strongest possible recommendation. Book with Frank and you will see all the best of Athens with a great guide!
The tour was done in a luxurious van with comfortable seats. The guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. Chris made the whole adventure easy, interesting and enjoyable
With only one day in Athens, our private tour was the best way to make the most of it! With Tasos as our savvy driver and Markita as our amazing story-teller guide, we gained great insights into this epic city. We enjoyed lunch complete with fresh-baked bread and homemade ice cream at a cozy restaurant favored by locals. OPA! Most importantly, both Tasos and Markita were exceptionally kind and considerate of our low vision and mobility issues.
Absolutely wonderful day touring Athens with Jimmy. He show us many incredible sites throughout Athens, and drove us along the beautiful coastline. He was friendly professional and extremely knowledgeable and made sure we had a wonderful experience from beginning to end. Would highly recommend Jimmy with the HP tours.
Great full day experience! Able to visit so much! Thank you Jimmy!!
The tour from start to finish was fantastic.! Marita our guide was exceptional. Our driver Christos was on time and so accommodating. This group has to be the best in Athens don’t miss an opportunity to use them. 10 stars for everything about it.
Superb experience all around. Booking was smooth and quick. Fast responses on Whatsapp to all my questions, such great customer service. Driver was always on time, very flexible, super respectful and helpful, pickup/dropoff locations that were the most convenient, showed us all the sights that we wanted to see. Gave us an excellent lunch recommendation. Will definitely book again!
We had a great time exploring Athens with Marizo and Kiriakos. We loved the passion Marizo had for the city of Athens. Learned so much from her. Also loved the way they worked together to find us the perfect picture locations. And we all appreciated the way Kiriakos navigated the traffic on the streets. Great tour, Highly Recommend!
Chris, the guide picked us up promptly at the designated time. There were six of us and the vehicle was very spacious and comfortable. We had a list of things we had not managed to see: the Agora, the changing of the guard, the Olympic Stadium and the changing of the guard and the archaeological museum. Chris also took us to a delightful restaurant for lunch. He totally adjusted the tour to our needs. He was also very sensitive to the high heat and made us as comfortable as possible. It was a great day for all of us!
We absolutely loved our full day private tour with H.P Tours in Athens!! They picked us up right at our hotel in a beautiful van that fit our family of 13!! We headed straight to the acropolis and was guided around by our wonderful guide (I am drawing a blank on her name, but she was lovely). We hit ALL the spots in one day with ease and comfort. We were so thankful to have hired a tour with a van, as it was very hot and we had kids with us but we never once felt like the tour was just drive by. We were able to experience everything in full detail. Can not recommend this tour enough! Thank you :)
Phenomenal experience. We had Jimmy and by the end of the day he was like a family member. Would recommend this to anyone looking to visit Athens.
Excellent communication pre arrival. Tour bus was very comfortable. Would definitely recommend to friends visiting Athens
Our guide Helen was knowledgeable, professional and kind and she worked well with our driver Ocean to show us highlights in Athens such as the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Parliament changing of the guards, Olympic Stadium, Athens highest point and richest neighborhood, the Agora and a wonderful local restaurant for lunch. It was a perfect day and they made the experience easy and organized.
We had a fantastic tour through the Museum and historic sights! Lastly the ladies got in some downtown shopping! Our driver was great and our guide very knowledgeable!
Thanks Frank (The owner), George and Jimmy (his Greek name is Dimitri by the way - our Driver & Guide) for arranging the best Athens tour! We booked a 2day tour (Athens city tour and outside Athens Tour) with them. Check them out in TripAdvisor! They have excellent 5/5 stars review.. if you don't book with them, you are missing out for sure! Also, forgot to mention, our photographer Vicky & her team from Santorini for recommending H.P. tours! She is excellent too for Santorini day tours and especially the flying dress shots.. check them out in TripAdvisor as well for their 5/5 stars reviews.. Will definitely recommend both them to our friends and colleagues when they travel to either Santorini and Athens :) If I could give them more, it will be 10/5 stars!
Wow. Trip was amazing and Frank K. was unbelievable - scheduling, coordination, information, and even his driving through that traffic were all top-notch. His lunch selection was perfect. We saw it all at our own pace. Highly recommend both the trip and Frank K. as a driver.
Frank was awesome! We really enjoyed our private tour in Athens with him. Since we were coming off a cruise ship, our time was limited, and Frank helped us make the most of it. By the end of the tour, it felt like Frank was part of our group. He was very personable, easy to talk to, and had a wealth of knowledge about the history of Greece and Athens. If I ever travel to Greece again, he’ll be the guide I hire!
Frank was truly one of the highlights of our trip to Greece! His knowledge of Greek history, culture, and local traditions was absolutely incredible, but what made the experience even more special was his personality. Frank was warm, engaging, funny, and genuinely passionate about what he does. He made every stop feel meaningful and brought the history of Greece to life in a way that was both educational and entertaining. From navigating Athens to sharing hidden gems and local recommendations, Frank went above and beyond to make sure everyone had an unforgettable experience. What stood out most was how attentive and personable he was. He made the tour feel comfortable, seamless, and personal rather than rushed or generic. You can tell he truly cares about his guests and takes pride in showing people the beauty of Greece. If you are lucky enough to have Frank as your tour guide, you are in for an amazing experience. Highly recommend — 5 stars all the way!
Jimmy is the best tour guide we have had on our trip so far. It was a delight to be taken everywhere and know our bags were safe in the car. Great communication as well.
An excellent day today in Athens with our driver Kyriakos and guide Helen. They were friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. Learned a lot ... great time and fun. Many thanks.
Our 2 days in and around Athens were well spent. They took care of most of the admission tickets, maintained a flexible schedule and gave us ample time to see the places we wanted. We had a 20+ seater van and the ride was super-comfortable.
We booked with HP Tours and had Frank Kotsiopoulos who was an excellent driver/tour leader!!! Picked us up at port and showed us incredible sights around Athens with wonderful insights into what we saw, the history as well as general info about life in Greece. The vehicle was perfect for 8 of us plus all our luggage. We also had Mariza as a guide at the Acropolis museum and the Acropolis. She was FANTASTIC!!!! So knowledgeable and so enthusiastic!! The combination of the two made this a perfect day!!!
We had a experience with HP Tours. Jimmy our driver was very knowledgeable and helpful. He made our time in Athens very enjoyable and easy.
What an awesome tour!!! Our guide was excellent and very informative Highly recommend Athens didn’t disappoint
Very well planned and executed tour. Absolutely recommend Kris-our driver-was truly amazing. Could not have asked for more
We very much enjoyed our tour with Thomas. He was very informative, pleasant and willing to adjust the schedule to meet our specific needs. Thomas took us to one of his favorite restaurants for lunch. This was a very nice experience and good introduction to Greek food. I would request Thomas in the future.
We had a great day with Frank touring Athens. He took us to all the highlights and explained all about the history of this beautiful city. He was kind, professional and knew exactly where to go. Also took us to a favorite spot for lunch. He gave us options for stops along the way as well.
Very enjoyable city tour without the crowds. Our guide Helen, was excellent, extremely knowledgeable and fun. We accomplished more than what we had set out to do. The entire process from initial inquiry to the end exceeded our expectations. Kudos to Frank and his team.
Jammed pack day of all things Athens! Everything was timed to perfection! Ioanna and Evan were a fantastic team - Highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to make sure they see and experience it all!
Our guide Kyriakos was a true professional and made it a once in a lifetime experience for my wife and I. He is knowledgeable, personable, and knew his around this somewhat challenging city. I can’t recommend this tour enough especially if you are lucky enough to get Kyriakos as your guide.
Our guide Kyriakos was a true professional and made it a once in a lifetime experience for my wife and I. He is knowledgeable, personable, and knew his around this somewhat challenging city. I can’t recommend this tour enough especially if you are lucky enough to get Kyriakos as your guide (Booked through Viator).
A wonderful experience in Athens. We learned so much and enjoyed all the interesting sites. We really saw the best of Athens. Our driver/tour guide was knowledgeable, gracious and accommodating. Our tour guide at the Acropolis was very educated about the site and associated history.
Jimmie was a great tour guide and helped us have a great time! We were able to see so many sights in one day and had plenty of time to customize our experience. Love this tour!
We were in the Mediterranean for two weeks and Jimmy was our favorite guide! He had a delightful sense of humor, was extremely well read and full of knowledge. He shared what he felt we needed to know, but did not overload us with information. He had us where we needed to be and made our visit to Athens extremely memorable. We highly recommend him! Jimmy is the best!
Awesome way to experience Athens in a day! Our driver, Panos, was more like a tour guide- he was so nice and full of knowledge about the area. He took us to all the best spots and made it super easy. Would definitely recommend!
Our guide was wonderful and had a vast knowledge of everything we saw. We felt like we left Athens having seen as much as we could during our short time at port.
Had a great Experience with this tour. Clean car, prompt and able to accommodate our needs. We wanted a full day to get an overview of Athens and go to see the Acropolis and the museum. It was perfect and our driver was well educated and knowledgeable with the history and area.
We toured Athens and took in so much in the day we were to board our cruise. Jimmy, our guide, was fantastic. He got us going early and up to the acropolis and to the changing of the guards and the museum and a general drive around before taking us to the ship at the port. He was so informative and we felt like we did a lot in a short time.
It was simply an amazing day! Our driver and guide were amazing. I could not imagine having gotten to do everything we did without their help. There was so much great detail shared, and simply put, I'd do it again in a heartbeat!
Absolutely incredible day. There’s no chance we could have seen ash that we did without the car and guide. Just amazing.
Very professional and polite in taking care of me and my wife. Feeling very comfortable and secure. Also maintaining his car clean and providing thoughtful service like cold water.
Frank was very knowledgeable and helpful. He gave us an amazing day in Athens. His van is beautiful. Highly recommended.
The guide got us to all the locations, easing around the crowds and made adjustments to the timetable to accommodate our wishes. He was able to converse easily with the children and oldsters and brought the Athens experience alive. His historical knowledge made the new museum and the Acropolis understandable to all.
We had a fantastic time. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. He made the trip much more interesting giving us facts along the way. He picked a great spot for us to have lunch that locals visit. It was nice to have someone take us and drop us off close to the places we visited. The temps were extremely high while we were there so that was an added bonus.
Frank was the absolute best!! From his historical knowledge to his food recommendations…this is a guide to not miss. Frank gave us plenty of time to explore each stop, ask questions, and take us to places we asked about. We spent time at the Acropolis, watched the changing of the guards, visited St George’s Church (worth the extra steps), temple of Zeus, the Olympic stadium and many other sites. Our lunch stop was phenomenal. True Greek food and experience. If we could give 100 stars, we would. Cannot recommend Frank enough.
Great tour made even better by Panos our driver/tour guide. Panos was very flexible and willing to accommodate everything we wanted.
We loved our tour. We only had 1 day in Athens and my husband has a knee problem and can’t be walking a lot. There is no way we would be able to see that much in one day if we didn’t have a private car with a guide driving us around. We also had a licensed guide accompanying us in the historic sites like Acropolis. She was fantastic. Perfect English and she told us everything we needed to know about the sites and took lots to f pictures of us. Lifetime of memories. Best money spent on this trip.
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