Athens Full-Day Private Tour with Wi-Fi and USB Charging
5.0
(1289)
🕑 8 hours
Free cancellation
Beat the heat of Athens’ streets on this full-day private tour with a knowledgeable driver. See city highlights including the Acropolis, Panathenaic Stadium, Agora, and Changing of the Guard in a climate-controlled vehicle with Wi-Fi and USB charging. Entrance fees and lunch are excluded; licensed guides can usually be arranged for an additional charge.
Languages:
English
📍Acropolis, Dionysiou Areopagitou, Athina 105 58, Greece
🏢Operated by Xenon Travel
Highlights
- ✓Onboard Wi-Fi and USB charging save on roaming and let you share as you go
- ✓Private driver offers insights about the sights as you travel
- ✓Enjoy a customized itinerary with flexible timing
- ✓No-hassle 2-way transfers from the port or all accommodation
What you'll see & do
- ✓The Acropolis,which dominates the center of modern Athens,was the ancient city's most important and majestic sanctuary,dedicated primarily to its patron goddess,Athena.
- ✓Dionysus' Theater or Dionysus' Theater Elefthereos is the most important known open-air theater in ancient Athens and is regarded as the world's first theater.It was about 3 meters above the temple and was part of Elefthereos' sanctuary.Dionysos was the main venue for Attic drama because it hosted the Great Dionysia,Athens' largest theatrical festival.
- ✓The magnificent Odeon of Herodes Atticus was the final great structure constructed in antiquity in the Acropolis area.It was a typical Roman amphitheater from imperial times,with a capacity of at least 5,000 people.The monument was renovated in the 1950s and has since hosted cultural events, mostly in the context of the Athens Festival.
- ✓A particular main entrance going into the inside is a common feature to religious locations.It was customary in ancient Greek architecture for any significant religious site to have a primary gate.This major gateway,the Propylaia,has taken on a unique significance in Acropolis.It is neither only a gate going into the sacred area,nor is it only an architectural appendage to the main temple complex.The Propylaia play an exquisite and one-of-a-kind role.They represent the magnanimous nature of the Athenian Acropolis.This is why,rather of being a simple gate,the Propylaia is magnificently built as a complex and harmonious public monument.
- ✓Parthenon is known as one of the most significant cultural places in the world as a permanent icon of ancient Greece,democracy and Western civilization.It began in 447 BC and work on building in just nine-year period (the season record) and in 438 BC,was finished. The task of embellishment began in 438 and finished in 432 BC.
- ✓A temple dedicated to Goddess Athena and Nike on the sacred rock. It was built approximately 420 BC and is the first full ionic temple in the Acropolis.
- ✓An exquisite edifice with special attributes and architectural form on the north side of the Acropolis rock.According to legend,it was here that Poseidon and Goddess Athena battled for the city's name.
- ✓It's also called the Olympeion or Temple of Olympian Zeus and builted in honor of the father of gods, Zeus who was living at the Mt Olympus summit.
- ✓The Hadrian's Gate in Athens is a Roman arch.It was created in honor of him during his stay in 131 AD and provides entrance to the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
- ✓One of the most important cultural monuments in Athens and in Greece in general is the Panathinaiko Stadium.It is otherwise known as Kallimarmaro and survives to this day in very good condition.As it is mentioned in its name,at this stage the goddess Athena was worshiped and for this reason competitions were organized in her honor every year.As a project it was completed before the 6th century BC,but in its final form with the precious marble it arrived after a long time.
- ✓The Evzones execute the renowned "changing of guard" on Syntagma,in front of the Unknown Soldier monument,every hour.Two Evzones come in front of the monument of the Unknown Soldier to take the place of their colleagues.The Evzones who until then stood motionless guarding the monument,start an impressive gait by stretching their limbs which is a great spectacle.The same steps are followed by the Evzones who are going to replace them.When the show,which lasts about 15 minutes,is over,the Evzones stand still to guard the monument while their tired colleagues return to their barracks to rest.
- ✓The monument of the Unknown Soldier is used as a reference point and tribute to the dead Greek soldiers on the two national celebrations of Greece of 25/3/1821 & 28/8/1940
- ✓The Greek Parliament is a timeless icon that is part of greek cultural memory today.The structure has evolved,altered,and updated through the years.
- ✓Syntagma Square is one of Athens' most central squares,and possibly the largest in the city center.
- ✓This building intimately connected with Greek history and served as the Greek National Assembly's first permanent place.
- ✓The country's most prestigious research institute was created in 1926 and is supervised by the Ministry of Education.The main building of the Academy is a notable landmark in Athens.
- ✓Established in 1837,it is not only Greece's first university,but also the Balkan peninsula as well as an eastern Mediterranean.
- ✓It was created by the Danish architect Theophil Hansen as part of his famed Trilogy of neo-classical structures,which also included the Academy and the University building of Athens.
- ✓The hill was a rock that the goddess Athena was carrying in her hands and it fell to her in Athens when she heard the bad news that a crow carried to her.At the top of Lycabettus,adorned with the church of Agios Georgios,you will see Athens and the Saronic Gulf.
- ✓Ancient Agora was the focal point of public life.On several times,the wide open area drew the attention of the Athenians.
- ✓The Museum of the Ancient Agora exhibits a selection of discoveries among the hundreds that have been discovered over the previous 80 years and are related to the functioning of the institutions of the Athenian Republic.
- ✓Monastiraki means "small monastery" in Greek,as a major monastery originally existed in the neighborhood's main square.
- ✓Wander through the charming alleys of Plaka, the oldest neighborhood in Athens. Nestled at the foot of the Acropolis, it’s a lively blend of neoclassical architecture, quaint shops, and cozy tavernas.
- ✓This is the perfect moment to slow down and enjoy a delicious lunch, savoring authentic Greek flavors while soaking in the timeless atmosphere of old Athens
What's included
- ✓English-speaking drivers with deep historical knowledge. Not certified to accompany you to any site.
- ✓Transport by private air conditioned vehicle
- ✓Pick up & drop-off: Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port
- ✓Wifi, Bottled water, USB charger
- ✓Skip the lines to purchase tickets
What's not included
- ✓Acropolis & Ancient Agora Tickets are organized by us and paid directly to the driver on the day.
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Licensed Tour guide upon request and depending on availability
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pickup Locations: We offer pickup from any location within a 15 km radius of Athens city center, including Piraeus Port. If your hotel is outside this area, we will contact you upon receiving your booking to inform you of any additional cost. Port Pickup: At Piraeus Port, your driver will meet you at the ship’s terminal with a sign showing your name. They’ll also reach out ahead of time to make meeting easy. Hotel Pickup: For hotel or accommodation pickups, your driver will meet you at the entrance. They’ll also reach out as soon as they arrive. Airport Pickup: Upon arrival at Athens International Airport, your driver will be waiting in the arrivals hall with a sign displaying your name for easy recognition. Please provide your flight number so we can track your arrival and be at the correct terminal. They’ll also contact you as you land to ensure a smooth and easy meeting. Luggage Assistance: Our drivers are happy to help with your luggage, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
€ 148.00
Athens Full-Day Private Tour with Wi-Fi and USB Charging
5.0
(1289)
🕑 8 hours
Free cancellation
Beat the heat of Athens’ streets on this full-day private tour with a knowledgeable driver. See city highlights including the Acropolis, Panathenaic Stadium, Agora, and Changing of the Guard in a climate-controlled vehicle with Wi-Fi and USB charging. Entrance fees and lunch are excluded; licensed guides can usually be arranged for an additional charge.
Languages:
English
📍Acropolis, Dionysiou Areopagitou, Athina 105 58, Greece
🏢Operated by Xenon Travel
Highlights
- ✓Onboard Wi-Fi and USB charging save on roaming and let you share as you go
- ✓Private driver offers insights about the sights as you travel
- ✓Enjoy a customized itinerary with flexible timing
- ✓No-hassle 2-way transfers from the port or all accommodation
What you'll see & do
- ✓The Acropolis,which dominates the center of modern Athens,was the ancient city's most important and majestic sanctuary,dedicated primarily to its patron goddess,Athena.
- ✓Dionysus' Theater or Dionysus' Theater Elefthereos is the most important known open-air theater in ancient Athens and is regarded as the world's first theater.It was about 3 meters above the temple and was part of Elefthereos' sanctuary.Dionysos was the main venue for Attic drama because it hosted the Great Dionysia,Athens' largest theatrical festival.
- ✓The magnificent Odeon of Herodes Atticus was the final great structure constructed in antiquity in the Acropolis area.It was a typical Roman amphitheater from imperial times,with a capacity of at least 5,000 people.The monument was renovated in the 1950s and has since hosted cultural events, mostly in the context of the Athens Festival.
- ✓A particular main entrance going into the inside is a common feature to religious locations.It was customary in ancient Greek architecture for any significant religious site to have a primary gate.This major gateway,the Propylaia,has taken on a unique significance in Acropolis.It is neither only a gate going into the sacred area,nor is it only an architectural appendage to the main temple complex.The Propylaia play an exquisite and one-of-a-kind role.They represent the magnanimous nature of the Athenian Acropolis.This is why,rather of being a simple gate,the Propylaia is magnificently built as a complex and harmonious public monument.
- ✓Parthenon is known as one of the most significant cultural places in the world as a permanent icon of ancient Greece,democracy and Western civilization.It began in 447 BC and work on building in just nine-year period (the season record) and in 438 BC,was finished. The task of embellishment began in 438 and finished in 432 BC.
- ✓A temple dedicated to Goddess Athena and Nike on the sacred rock. It was built approximately 420 BC and is the first full ionic temple in the Acropolis.
- ✓An exquisite edifice with special attributes and architectural form on the north side of the Acropolis rock.According to legend,it was here that Poseidon and Goddess Athena battled for the city's name.
- ✓It's also called the Olympeion or Temple of Olympian Zeus and builted in honor of the father of gods, Zeus who was living at the Mt Olympus summit.
- ✓The Hadrian's Gate in Athens is a Roman arch.It was created in honor of him during his stay in 131 AD and provides entrance to the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
- ✓One of the most important cultural monuments in Athens and in Greece in general is the Panathinaiko Stadium.It is otherwise known as Kallimarmaro and survives to this day in very good condition.As it is mentioned in its name,at this stage the goddess Athena was worshiped and for this reason competitions were organized in her honor every year.As a project it was completed before the 6th century BC,but in its final form with the precious marble it arrived after a long time.
- ✓The Evzones execute the renowned "changing of guard" on Syntagma,in front of the Unknown Soldier monument,every hour.Two Evzones come in front of the monument of the Unknown Soldier to take the place of their colleagues.The Evzones who until then stood motionless guarding the monument,start an impressive gait by stretching their limbs which is a great spectacle.The same steps are followed by the Evzones who are going to replace them.When the show,which lasts about 15 minutes,is over,the Evzones stand still to guard the monument while their tired colleagues return to their barracks to rest.
- ✓The monument of the Unknown Soldier is used as a reference point and tribute to the dead Greek soldiers on the two national celebrations of Greece of 25/3/1821 & 28/8/1940
- ✓The Greek Parliament is a timeless icon that is part of greek cultural memory today.The structure has evolved,altered,and updated through the years.
- ✓Syntagma Square is one of Athens' most central squares,and possibly the largest in the city center.
- ✓This building intimately connected with Greek history and served as the Greek National Assembly's first permanent place.
- ✓The country's most prestigious research institute was created in 1926 and is supervised by the Ministry of Education.The main building of the Academy is a notable landmark in Athens.
- ✓Established in 1837,it is not only Greece's first university,but also the Balkan peninsula as well as an eastern Mediterranean.
- ✓It was created by the Danish architect Theophil Hansen as part of his famed Trilogy of neo-classical structures,which also included the Academy and the University building of Athens.
- ✓The hill was a rock that the goddess Athena was carrying in her hands and it fell to her in Athens when she heard the bad news that a crow carried to her.At the top of Lycabettus,adorned with the church of Agios Georgios,you will see Athens and the Saronic Gulf.
- ✓Ancient Agora was the focal point of public life.On several times,the wide open area drew the attention of the Athenians.
- ✓The Museum of the Ancient Agora exhibits a selection of discoveries among the hundreds that have been discovered over the previous 80 years and are related to the functioning of the institutions of the Athenian Republic.
- ✓Monastiraki means "small monastery" in Greek,as a major monastery originally existed in the neighborhood's main square.
- ✓Wander through the charming alleys of Plaka, the oldest neighborhood in Athens. Nestled at the foot of the Acropolis, it’s a lively blend of neoclassical architecture, quaint shops, and cozy tavernas.
- ✓This is the perfect moment to slow down and enjoy a delicious lunch, savoring authentic Greek flavors while soaking in the timeless atmosphere of old Athens
What's included
- ✓English-speaking drivers with deep historical knowledge. Not certified to accompany you to any site.
- ✓Transport by private air conditioned vehicle
- ✓Pick up & drop-off: Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port
- ✓Wifi, Bottled water, USB charger
- ✓Skip the lines to purchase tickets
What's not included
- ✓Acropolis & Ancient Agora Tickets are organized by us and paid directly to the driver on the day.
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Licensed Tour guide upon request and depending on availability
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pickup Locations: We offer pickup from any location within a 15 km radius of Athens city center, including Piraeus Port. If your hotel is outside this area, we will contact you upon receiving your booking to inform you of any additional cost. Port Pickup: At Piraeus Port, your driver will meet you at the ship’s terminal with a sign showing your name. They’ll also reach out ahead of time to make meeting easy. Hotel Pickup: For hotel or accommodation pickups, your driver will meet you at the entrance. They’ll also reach out as soon as they arrive. Airport Pickup: Upon arrival at Athens International Airport, your driver will be waiting in the arrivals hall with a sign displaying your name for easy recognition. Please provide your flight number so we can track your arrival and be at the correct terminal. They’ll also contact you as you land to ensure a smooth and easy meeting. Luggage Assistance: Our drivers are happy to help with your luggage, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
€ 148.00