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There are plenty of great Athens art and culture tours to choose from. Looking at ratings and reviews given by previous customers, these are the best to book right now:

• Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

• Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

• Best of Athens Half-Day Private Tour

• Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens

• Athens Full-Day Private Tour

Prices for Athens art and culture tours vary depending on duration and inclusions. If you're looking for those on the lower end of the price range, these are the best to book now:

• Athens: Half-Day Trip to Cape Sounio/Poseidon Temple, Semi-Private

• Hop-On Hop-Off Classic Tour of Athens, Piraeus, & Beaches

• Ceramics Workshops For Kids Only / Artemida

• Athens City Tour with Acropolis & Plaka from Piraeus Cruise Port

• From Athens: Mycenae, Epidaurus, & Nafplion Full-Day Tour

Yes, Athens art and culture tours are worth it. While you can always wander around on your own, you'll only scratch the surface of what the city has to offer. A local guide will know how to maximize your time in their hometown, only showing you the top sights and giving you the most pertinent details. These tours often include tickets to the attractions and museums, too, so you don't need to wait in line with the masses. Leave the planning and logistics to your leader and simply try to enjoy the surrounding art, culture, and history.

Per one customer who booked the Best of Athens Half-Day Private Tour, "Our tour guide George was simply fabulous. A beautiful man with such a good heart. And knowledgeable. We enjoyed seeing Athens with him and learning about history and the culture of the city. We couldn't have asked for more. Our lunch was also fabulous. A beautiful day!"

Before booking Athens art and culture tours, note whether you’re booking a tour with a licensed guide or one with a driver only. Some tours only include the latter, who drops you off at each site. If you’re booking a walking tour, read the physical requirements to see if you’re fit enough to enjoy the experience. If you think you’ll be slower than others, consider booking a private tour if your budget allows.

To fully enjoy Athens art and culture tours, manage your expectations. Even if you have skip-the-line tickets, you’ll still encounter crowds at the Acropolis, especially in summer. Take advantage of headsets if your tour offers them, and if you have trouble with sound quality, make sure to let your guide know. Finally, consider tour upgrades, such as hotel pickup and drop-off, for a more seamless experience.

If you're short on time, you can still find fun Athens activities to fit your schedule. Here are some Athens art and culture tours to book if you just have an hour or less:

• Fast Private Athens Tour

• Ceramics Workshops for Kids Only / Artemida

• Explore Athens in 60 Minutes with a Local

• Athens Private Day Tour: Best Place to Visit

• Walking Tour of Athens: Anafiotika to Pnyx and Plaka