Private Tour
Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour
Overview
Available languages
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Explore the timeless wonders of Athens and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of history and culture as we journey through iconic landmarks. From the majestic Acropolis, where the Parthenon stands as a testament to ancient civilization, to the historic Plaka district with its charming streets and vibrant atmosphere, this tour encapsulates the essence of Athens. Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship of the Erechtheion and delve into the heart of ancient Athens at the Agora, once the bustling marketplace and agora of Athenian democracy. With personalized attention from your expert guide, uncover hidden gems and fascinating anecdotes that bring each site to life.
• Take the hassle out of seeing Athens with the freedom of a private tour
• Get the personalized experience of a private tour
• Customize the itinerary to suit your interests and preferences
• Gain a thorough perspective of Athens' key landmarks
• Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned private car with WiFi available onboard
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Our drivers are not official tour guides, but they are knowledgeable and can provide fascinating commentary in fluent English. Although they will not enter the archaeological sites with you, they can answer all of your questions about the places you visit with this tour.
Third party activities and especially extreme sports are not allowed during the tour. This can be a cause for immediate cancellation of the tour.
Airport pick-up and drop-off upon request (Additional cost)
We can provide you with the skip-the-line tickets upon request or you can pre-purchase them by following the links on your ticket/ voucher. The availability is limited and the tickets must be pre-purchased timely.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history (Not licensed to accompany you in any site)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Athens hotel/ Piraeus port pickup and drop-off
Entrance tickets (available upon request or book on your own - links on the ticket/ voucher)
Licensed tour guide - upon request and depending on availability
Lunch
Gratuities
Acropolis (must be purchased in advance - limited availability)
Acropolis Museum (must be purchased in advance - limited availability)
Ancient Agora (can be purchased on-site)
Roman Agora (can be purchased on-site)
Olympieion (Temple of Zeus) (can be purchased on-site)
Archaeological Museum (can be purchased on-site)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Athens
Pick up from your hotel, apartment, Airbnb in Athens or Piraeus port
Acropolis
Walk on the land in which thousands of years ago some of the largest and most important parts of the global philosophy, politics, and science were born and flourished. Navigate ancient monuments of priceless cultural and historical value and experience in person the greatness and glamour of Greek ancient times. Starting off with the Acropolis, which in Greek translates to the edge of the city, the geographically and spiritually highest point according to ancient Greeks.
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Reviews
377 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful trip and our guide George was amazing
Scenic40024385920,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing tour of Athens and all of the major sites. George was our guide and he was so knowledgeable and kind. Would highly recommend this tour.
The Best Athens Tour with George
Teresa D,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved this tour and George was so knowledgeable and kind. We had an amazing time and got to see everything. Would highly recommend.
Stephanos gave us a...
Laura B,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Stephanos gave us a personal 4 hour tour of Athens. He was willing to accommodate requests by us. He was very communicative and personable and we enjoyed his company and commentary very much.
Best touring service in Athens
Richard and San... V,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Costa was very friendly and continually provided us with detailed information about the history of Greek antiquities and the sights we visited. He modified our itinerary to include the sights we wanted and completely fulfilled our expectations. We highly recommend My Athens Transfers.
Terrific tour.
Jean G,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful and interesting guide. Took us to see all of Athens. One of the best guides ever. Used the tour to be picked up after a cruise and transport to hotel. But it was just fantastic.
Best of Athens
Donna R,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our private tour with Stefanos was perfect! We were able to see exactly what we wanted, as well as interesting things we didn't know about. Stefanos gave us a vast amount of history and current information about all the sites we visited. It was a fun, informative tour with a very knowledgeable guide that I would highly recommend!
Highly recommend this tour comoany!
Euwanda E,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We did this tour fresh off the plane from the US. We were so tired. And the tour guide was accommodating, patient, and wonderful. He gave great history through the city. The tour had amazing stops which we enjoyed. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. All around good time for our first experience in Athens.
A great compact tour of Athens
Michael C,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an extremely great experience. Yannis was a great guide. He was personable, knowledgeable and accommodating. He took us to all of the primary sights in Athens. He explained the history and significance of each. He gave us great advice about how to navigate the Acropolis complex. A very thoughtful guide that gave us the options to enjoy our tour.
MyAthensTransfers
Companion561357,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience with our guide Spiro. gave us lots of time, taught us a lot of new information. Showed a lot of patience and handled stressful traffic situations with ease. Made an otherwise rainy day a very enjoyable experience.
Half Day Athens Tour the Best with Vagelis
Janet D,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were picked up by our Tour Guide, VAGELIS! He was the BEST!! He was polite, caring, respectful and very knowledgeable. He shared sites that weren’t even mentioned on the tour. He watched over us and made sure we were safe at all times, getting in and out of the car and walking up steps or on uneven pavement. He recommended restaurants for us to try and even stopped to get us water. VAGELIS definitely made the tour more enjoyable! He even found where my favorite singer was performing! And We Went!!!!💙
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