Private Tour
Private Half Day Tour of Athens
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Athens is a city that really has to be explained in the right way, as every little corner can hide stories and intrigues you in a way may never think of. This private tour guides you in a great way in one of the greatest cities of the ancient world, the city of Athens, giving you the chance to discover all the must-sees during your limited time. Our 25 years experience and expertise can help you make the most out of your limited time in Athens
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking
Transport is wheelchair accessible however be prepared for uneven surfaces at the sites visited which may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
English Speaking Driver(not allow to escort you into the sites/museums)
Skip the line Service, Pre-purchased tickets with an Additional cost
Adjusting/customizing itinerary to skip the long lines
WiFi on board, Mineral Cold Water, Fuel and tolls
Mercedes Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Licensed Tour Guide (Bookable upon request by contacting us on the phone number provided by Viator)
Gratuity(optional), Lunch, Entrance Fees
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Acropolis
This private tour will take you to all the must-see sights of Athens. If you are visiting Athens for the first time, this tour provides an excellent introduction to one of the greatest cities of the ancient world. During your Acropolis visit (approx. 2 hrs) you will see:- Propylaea, - The Parthenon - Erechtheion - The Temple of Athena Nike,Looking down from the Acropolis you'll see the two ancient theaters in its shadow:- The Theater of Dionysus , the oldest Greek theater (built in the 5th century BC), - Odeon of Herod Atticus, erected in AD 161. The site hosts performances for the summer Athens Festival
Temple of Olympian Zeus
The Temple of Olympian Zeus, also known as the Olympieion or Columns of the Olympian Zeus, is a former colossal temple at the center of the Greece capital Athens. It was dedicated to "Olympian" Zeus, a name originating from his position as head of the Olympian gods. Construction began in the 6th century BC during the rule of the Athenian tyrants, who envisaged building the greatest temple in the ancient world, but it was not completed until the reign of the Roman Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century AD, some 638 years after the project had begun. During the Roman period the temple -that included 104 colossal columns- was renowned as the largest temple in Greece and housed one of the largest cult statues in the ancient world.
Options
Private Half Day Athens Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
149 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful transfer and tour service in Athens!
E1647YTmaryf,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I worked with Dionisis in the planning stage. He was great to deal with - professional, responsive, flexible and honest. I really appreciate the real time help he gave me securing the advance tickets to the Parthenon! We were delighted by the tour Thomas gave us! Thomas met us at the airport, helped us with our bags and was very professional. The minivan was spacious, comfortable and clean. We started the tour with a visit to the Plaka area where we strolled and had some delicious coffee. Since we had timed tickets for the Parthenon, we headed over at the appropriate time. Seeing the Parthenon was our main goal of the tour and it was amazing! Thomas drove us around the city some more and it was fascinating. There was a protest of some sort going on in the city, and a couple of the places he had planned to show us were inaccessible. Thomas was very conscious of our time constraints. He seemed to feel bad that he could not show us more. We live in Chicago so we understood - getting around a big city comes with lots of surprises. He got us to our cruise ship in plenty of time and made the start of our adventures in Greece wonderful! We also appreciated the transfer service to the airport provided by Vassimo on our last day. He was prompt for our very early pickup time, helped with the bags, and the minivan was spacious and clean, with water and WiFi. It was a good thing it went so smoothly because the airport got very crowded just a half hour after we arrived. Saved us a lot of worry, as we got there early enough to skip the worst of the lines. Dionisis and both drivers were wonderful to deal with. They made the start and the end of our trip so smooth and enjoyable!
An all-around great experience!
Wander279488,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was fabulous! Our driver spoke perfect English and was extremely knowledgeable not just about the obvious tourist sites, but also Greek culture, history and politics in general.
Great Service
carolingatzke,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were picked up on time by Tomas in a Mercedes limousine. He spoke good English and drove us very competently from sight to sight. I'd be happy to.
Wonderful 1/2 Day Tour of Athens
160nedf,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I discovered this company online from the States. Booked the 1/2 day tour with a driver and guide. Dionisis advised us how to purchase tickets for the Acropolis and Museum and what times to get before arriving in Athens. We were picked up at our hotel and had a wonderful experience. Highly recommend having a guide in addition to a driver as driver cannot accompany you into the sites and museum. Our guide was terrific and walked us through the sites and museums which can be overwhelming. Guide made sure we saw the most important parts of the Acropolis and significant exhibits at the museum. Driver was also terrific. This tour was a top hgihlight of our trip.
Athens Couples Private Tour
shelleymX807TF,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The team was very accommodating and made sure the trip was customized to our preferences. Communication for planning was fantastic! Overall, it was a wonderful experience.
Nice tour
Janice R,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00You need to buy tickets before arriving in Athens otherwise only the museum is available. There are many steps to get to the top of the acropolis so wear comfortable shoes.
Great tour, Peter was...
Alana B,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour, Peter was very informative and knowledgeable. He was concerned about our well being. Thoughtful and went out of his way to make everything great!
Great Tour Company
carolbX4934VK,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tours of Athens picked us up from the cruise port and gave us a tour of Athens before we were taken to our hotel. I highly recommend this company!
Our guide, Cristo, was...
JoAnn A,
Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Cristo, was great! Took us all over Athens and very knowledgeable. He gave us time for picture taking.
Great Acropolis Museum Guide
Q9530PHalexandram,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and very helpful and we were glad she was a part of our experience with the Acropolis museum. Highly recommend
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