Private Tour

Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

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

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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.

30 minutes • Admission Not Included

Options

Best of + Acropolis Museum 5H

Duration: 5 hours
Athenian Marvels: Best of Athens and the Acropolis Museum
Pickup included

Best of + Anc. Agora 5H

Duration: 5 hours
Athens Timeless Treasures: Best of Athens and Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, and Temple of Hephaestus
Pickup included

Best of Athens 4H

Duration: 4 hours
Athens Odyssey: A 4-hour Journey through Ancient Splendors and Modern Wonders
Pickup included

Best of + Arch. Museum 5H

Duration: 5 hours
Athenian Time Capsule: Best of Athens and National Archaeological Museum
Pickup included

Reviews

4.83

337 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

308

Great way to see Athens
Kenneth F,
Sep 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Excellent way to see many sites in Athens. Michael was pleasant and very informative. He provided cold water and drove us in a well kept Mercedes van. He explained each location and allowed us to explore and text him when we were ready for the next attraction.
Amazing Tour!
Jessi W,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We had such a wonderful day with Giannis as our tour guide! Not only did we see the big things—Acropolis and museum—but we got to see the city from on high and capture photos of the whole city. We got to see the changing of the guard, and we had enough time to stop for an authentic lunch, too! Giannis kept us on time and arranged our tour for maximum sight seeing, and was super knowledgeable about the city and its history. Absolutely would recommend this tour, especially for people who have mobility limitations.
Great introduction to Athens
Larry D,
Sep 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great introduction to Athens. Our driver was friendly and knowledgeable! I learned much about the history and culture. Highly recommended!
Half day Athens probably ate tour
John M,
Sep 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great experience, Fotis was a great Tour guide. We did acropolis on our own time and Fotis met us back at pick up on time. He gave all the important history between stops. Took us to tge parkimentary house for chznging of the guard that was cool. He explained sll tge detsils about it. Webt to plaka and tge modern olympic stadium. Knowledgeable about Athens. Very enjoyable AM w/ Fotis. Great tour
Outstanding
David Y,
Sep 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00
When you take this tour, you can take it with Stefanos, or you can take it with everyone else. He was there at the port early, we had great communication before the tour, and time with Stefanos was engaging, entertaining and educational at the same time. We even threw some curve balls that he easily covered. We got hundreds of good pictures from Acropolis Hill, & Ancient Agora. But even more importantly we had a great and memorable time. I can’t imagine this tour any better, except for having more time to spend. My wife and I both feel that not only was this a great tour, but also an awesome vacation memory. Thanks Stefanos!