Private Tour
Athens Highlights Private Half-Day Tour
Overview
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the highlights of Athens in comfort during this private half-day experience. The route includes some of the most important landmarks of the city, offering a perfect introduction to Athens’ history and culture.
Stops include:
* Acropolis & Parthenon
* Temple of Olympian Zeus
* Panathenaic Stadium
* Changing of the Guards at Syntagma Square
* Mount Lycabettus for panoramic views of Athens
* Ancient Agora of Athens
This experience offers a relaxed and comfortable way to explore Athens’ most famous landmarks while enjoying the flexibility of a private experience.
An optional stop for lunch at a traditional Greek restaurant can also be arranged during the experience.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Explore the highlights of Athens and discover the city where ancient history meets modern life. During this private half-day experience, you will pass by some of the most iconic landmarks of Athens, including the Acropolis and Parthenon, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the historic Panathenaic Stadium, and the famous Changing of the Guards at Syntagma Square. You will also enjoy panoramic views of the city from Mount Lycabettus and visit the historic area of the Ancient Agora of Athens, one of the most important sites of ancient Athenian life. Athens is a city where philosophers once walked, democracy was born, and history still lives in every corner. This experience offers a comfortable and relaxed way to explore the city's most important sights. Stops along the route allow time for photos and to enjoy the atmosphere of Athens at your own pace. At the end of the experience, drop-off is available at hotels or apartments in Athens or at Piraeus Port. Drop-off at Athens International Airport is available with an additional cost.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
WiFi on board
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Skip the line to buy tickets
English speaking drivers with deep historical knowledge.Not licensed to accompany you into the sites
Entrance fees for all attractions
Lunch
Gratuities
Licensed tour guide upon request, depending on availability
Airport pickup and drop off(upon request)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Athens Highlights Private Half-Day Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice, friendly n comfortable trip
250chetanb,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice and friendly experience.
Nice tour
murariug2020,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very polite with a good level of English. He even made a detour for us to see something that was not in the initial agreement. Will definitely book a second tour when we will go to Athena again.
Great way to see the highlights of Athens
nikolask302,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a really nice time, everything was super easy from the start and the whole experience felt relaxed, our driver Hercules was very friendly and easy to talk to and shared some cool info Athens.Also the car was clean and comfortable which made a big difference, we saw all the main spots and stopped for some photos as well.A great way to see Athens if you don’t have much time, would definitely recommend!
Wonderful trip
W6975KJ ,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful private tour of Athens with Hercules. He was not only our driver but also a very knowledgeable guide. He was extremely friendly, polite and always willing to help with anything we needed. The Mercedes vehicle was spotless and very comfortable, which made the whole experience even better. We visited all the major sights of Athens without feeling rushed at all, and Hercules explained the history and stories in a very interesting way. It was a relaxed, enjoyable and truly memorable experience. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Athens!
Amazing Day in Athens
62celinam,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful day exploring Athens! Hercules, our driver and guide, was very friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable about the city’s history. The tour was very flexible and he adjusted the schedule so we never felt rushed. We saw all the main highlights and he also took us to a wonderful traditional Greek taverna and recommended what to eat — everything was delicious! Highly recommended!
Outstanding Service - Knowledgeable & Professional Driver/Guide
shelleya394,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing experience with my driver Hercules Karagiannidis during a recent trip to Greece! From the moment he greeted me at the airport, everything was perfect. He was professional, courteous, well-dressed, and even had cold water waiting — such a thoughtful detail after a long flight from the U.S. I was impressed us with his deep knowledge of Greek history, culture, and local life. He shared fascinating insights along the way and gave fantastic suggestions for restaurants, scenic spots, and things to do that truly made my visit special. He was also a great conversationalist — friendly, respectful, and easy to talk to. I felt completely comfortable and well taken care of the entire time. What really stood out was his follow-up after the trips to make sure everything went smoothly and he provided a few more suggestions based upon our conversations- that level of care is rare and so appreciated! If you’re visiting Greece and looking for reliable, professional, and genuinely caring transportation & tours, I highly recommend this driver/guide.
Excellent tour
LydiaFF,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour of Athens. Hercules, our driver and guide, was flexible and accommodating. He worked around our requests, and he gave very helpful suggestions. We learned about Athens and Greece. Cold water and juice was welcomed. Five stars to Hercules and the tour!
Half Day Tour to Poseidon’s Temple with Dinner
William O,Jun 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Iraklis picked us up promptly at our hotel mid-afternoon and took us on a scenic drive mainly along the coast near Athens. Our destination was the ruin of Poseidon’s temple, which was strategically constructed to provide the best vantage point over the Laconic Sea approach to Piraeus (the port of Athens). We were able to take some fantastic photos of the setting sun peeking through the ancient columns of the temple. We also shared our version of Poseidon’s kiss”! Afterwards, we enjoyed a delicious dinner of local style seafood as the waxing moon rose over the sea.
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