Private Tour
Athens half day Private Tour
Overview
Available languages
5 hours 10 minutes
Mobile ticket
Are you intrested in exploring the ancient magic world with safety, comfort ,privatization,flexibility .So, here we are.Lets go together to explore the birth place of democracy and philosophy.
The Acropolis,Propylaea,Temple of Athena Nike, Erechthion,Parthenon the theater of Dionysos,the Roman Odeon and the Areopagus the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were revived on 1896 ,the Presidenstial Mansion, the ex-Royal Palace where you can enjoy the traditional Change of the Guards.Then the three buildings of knowledge (the University, the Academy, the National Library) the Parliament building and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Old Greek Parliament.
The Lycabetus hill the Roman Agora in the famous Plaka.You’ll admire there the tower of the winds and the library of Adrian. At the end we’ll finish with a walk in the flee market at Monasiraki next to Plaka.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Acropolis
The Athens sightseeing tour starts by visiting the imposing naturally fortified hill of the Acropolis. The tour includes a walk that travels the visitors through ancient times in one of the oldest cities in the world, which was considered as the cradle of the western civilization, birthplace of the philosophy, the theatre and the democracy. By passing the monumental gate of Propylaea you’ll see the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechteion and the Parthenon. You will enjoy the panoramic view of Athens and Piraeus port. At the foot of the Acropolis hill you’ll see the ancient theater of Dionysos (the oldest theatre of the world), the Odeon of Herodus Atticus and the Areopagus (Mars Hill).
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.
What‘s Included
Professional Drivers with knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.]
Transport by private air-conditioning Vehicle SUV Kodiaq Volkswagen OR MERCEDES C and E CLASS
Pick up /Drop off at Piareus cruise ship terminal or any place in Athens center..
Bottle of water
Licensed Tour Guide upon request for availability.Plus €170 for( 1h30min) to visit the Acrpolis
Airport pick up and drop off.
Food and drinks
Entrance tickets you have to book on your own we'll send you a link with details
Slot time for the Acropolis & Slopes (€30 per person , must be purchased in advance ) up 18 yrs free
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Athens half day Private Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
18 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Andreas was very...
Joanne F,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Andreas was very knowledgeable and took us to a lot of great places during our tour. It was a pleasure having him take us on the tour.
Perfect 3 hour tour of Athens with the Acropolis
travelingm0m0f2kidds,Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent 3 hour tour of Athens! Driver met us as we exited the chaotic cruise port - holding a sign with our name like a beacon. It could not have been easier to find him. He quickly escorted us to the car, loaded the luggage and we were off! The driver drove and talked about what we were seeing and what we were about to see at the Acropolis. We had timed tickets purchased earlier at the instruction of the guide. He drove us right up to the gate of the Acropolis with detailed instruction is where to enter, what we would see, and an approximate time we would finish. We were told to call him once we started walking out of the exit. He met us where he dropped us off and we’re back on tour. He showed us the presidential offices, we saw changing of the guard from our car, and a modern day amphitheater. After a few mired sights and commentary we headed tot he Athens airport for our flight home. This was a perfect short tour of Athens with Acropolis! Our luggage was secure with our driver the whole time. Thank you so much!
Absolutely The Best, Already Recommended!
kimsO3813SC,Jun 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely the best way to see all that Athens has to offer from a local and in air-conditioning! This was one of our favorite days of our trip because everything was well thought out which let us have a fun relaxing day with our family. Thank you Athens Tour 365, we've already recommended you to our friends :)
Highlights of Athens Tour
Glen K,Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andreas was a wonderful guide and crafted a tour to provide us the highlights of Athens hitting all the highlights in a half day. He was knowledgeable and timed our visits to the sites so that we could maximize the experience.
Magnificent and pleasant way to see Athens
Voyager50224737732,May 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andreas did a fantastic job getting us to just the right spots as well as explaining each of the sites we visited. He was pleasant and accommodating making sure we got to each of the experiences at just the right time. We truly enjoyed our time on this tour.
Andreas - Exceptional Tour Guide in Athens
Y374PAguyb,Jan 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredible afternoon tour in Athens with Andreas as our guide. His extensive knowledge of the city's history and culture was truly impressive. Andreas shared fascinating insights and stories that brought the ancient sites to life for both me and my son. What stood out most was Andreas' friendly and engaging demeanor. He made us feel comfortable from the start and was always happy to answer our questions. His passion for Athens was contagious, and he tailored the tour perfectly to keep my son interested throughout. Andreas went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable experience. He offered great recommendation for local restaurant to visit during our stay. His expertise and warm personality made our tour not just educational, but thoroughly enjoyable. I highly recommend Andreas to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and personable guide in Athens. Our afternoon with him was definitely a highlight of our trip!
Amazing private tour- 10/10
JeffSch12345,Dec 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience, Ruslan was a great driver very friendly and professional, amazing time and highly recommend the private tour aspect was perfect for my wife and I
The positive reviews are correct!
jeffreysJ6733EO,Jul 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00All of the positive reviews I read before the trip are correct. We had a great half-day (5 hours actually) tour of Athens, which is exactly what we needed for our two-night stopover. Our driver Socrates was perfect. He is very kind, humble, informative, and customer-focused. We can't say enough good things about him. We saw the key sights that we wanted, and Socrates was always flexible enough to make changes if required. 100% recommended.
Great Tour!
kastarrh,Aug 30, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great way to beat the heat during the heat wave and see a lot of Athens. We didn’t feel like we missed anything. Alex was so much fun, he really made the trip so much better. We definitely recommend this tour and ask for Alex. You won’t regret it!
The guy who gave us the...
Steve P,Jun 23, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00The guy who gave us the tour made extra stops that were not in the itinerary. He explained the history of different things and had visuals, i.e a map, photos. He got us tickets for the Acropolis before the tour which really helped. Along with that, he gave us postcards and a book about the stops we were making.
Related Experiences
Operated by Andrew's Unique Tours