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Covering Athens on foot takes far longer than most travelers anticipate, and group tours stick to rigid itineraries. Benefit from a customizable route and comfortable private transport on a tour tailored to your pace and interests. Check off the Temple of Zeus, Roman Agora, Acropolis, and more, all while your driver-guide provides local insights to enrich your experience.

Dodge the research hassles and discover both the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum on a half-day tour with a guide to put all the history in context. Following the Acropolis tour with a visit to the museum takes you beyond the monuments for a glimpse of daily lives in ancient Athens, from spirituality to celebrations—and, of course, magnificent artwork. Upgrade to include entrance tickets—or even a private tour.

Explore Athens at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus tour that provides easy transportation to key attractions like the Panathenaic Stadium and the Parthenon, part of the Acropolis. Travel across two interchanging lines—the Blue and the Orange—plus enjoy access to/from the port in Piraeus for cruise passengers.

Beat the heat of Athens’ streets on this full-day private tour with a knowledgeable driver. See city highlights including the Acropolis, Panathenaic Stadium, Agora, and Changing of the Guard in a climate-controlled vehicle with Wi-Fi and USB charging. Entrance fees and lunch are excluded; licensed guides can usually be arranged for an additional charge.

Make the most of your time in Athens with this half-day private tour that takes you directly to the landmarks that interest you most. Travel comfortably onboard a private, air-conditioned vehicle as your driver fills you in on the city's history. Customize your route based on your pace, selected tour duration, and preferred stops, with highlights such as the Acropolis, the National Archaeological Museum, and the Roman Agora (choose which ticketed sites you would like to visit). Opt for the night tour to see illuminated monuments and soak up Athens' charm.

Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora by rental car or public transportation from Athens can be stressful. Avoid navigating unfamiliar routes on this tour, which covers all six monasteries—with guided tours of three—plus hermit caves that most tourists miss. Break up the drive with stops in coastal villages (instead of highway rest stops), plus upgrade to add a traditional Greek lunch. Treat yourself to a private tour or opt for an extended, overnight tour with an included hotel stay.

After meeting your guide at the nearby metro station, you and your small group will set off for the Acropolis.  The tour brings some of history’s greatest treasures to life, offering an interactive experience you won’t get from a book or audio guide.  Your guide also times your visit to the Acropolis Museum to avoid the crowds and give you a more intimate experience.

Athens is famous for its millennia-old attractions, from the hilltop Pantheon to the ancient Agora—but without a guide to help you decipher the ruins, it can be tough to know the significance of what you’re looking at. Explore the highlights of Ancient Athens on this half-day walking tour, which includes admission tickets for a seamless experience.

Make the most of your time in Athens without navigating public transportation or planning separate routes between major sights. A hop-on hop-off bus connects Piraeus with key city attractions, letting you get off for ancient landmarks, museums, neighborhoods, and gardens that interest you most. Rejoin the route when you’re ready for a flexible way to sightsee without committing to a fixed guided itinerary.

Prebook this Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon tour to guarantee your visit to the UNESCO World Hertiage Site. Going with a guide gives you more as you walk along the site learning the history and beauty behind the ruins. Plus, you can choose whether to add your admission ticket for convenience when you book or to purchase when you arrive there.

Take in the flavors, aromas, and energy of Athens as you explore the city’s vibrant streets on this evening food tour. Head off the tourist trail to visit eateries loved by the locals. Savor a variety of locally sourced meats, cheeses, and traditional snacks, while immersing yourself in the rhythms of local life and culture. The experience concludes with a visit to an authentic Greek taverna, where you’ll enjoy a delicious seasonal dinner in true Athenian style.

Seeing Athens, Piraeus, and the Riviera independently can mean figuring out transportation between widely spread sights. Simplify your sightseeing with a hop-on hop-off bus connecting key landmarks across three routes, while audio commentary adds context along the way. Get off wherever interests you, then continue when you’re ready, combining convenient transportation with the freedom to explore Athens and its surroundings at your own pace.

Avoid overpriced tavernas and mediocre food by exploring downtown Athens with a food-loving local guide and a small group. Your guide leads you through the back streets of Monastiraki and Plaka to spots you’re unlikely to encounter on your own. Sample Greek dishes, find out the stories behind them, and learn about life in Athens from a local’s perspective.

Secure your ticket in advance and skip the lines at the Acropolis on this convenient tour. Delve into Greek architecture, mythology, and history as you explore the Acropolis, the Erechtheion, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Propylaea, and the Parthenon with your guide. A choice of departure times lets you plan your day and fit more in.

The vast size of the Acropolis can make it easy to get lost, so avoid the risk and get a shortcut to its must-see details with this guided walking tour. An upgrade is available to include entry tickets for the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum, so you can avoid long lines at the ticket offices. Once inside, a guide shows you its many architectural wonders—such as the Temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon, and the Erechtheion.

Meteora sits several hours inland from Athens, and reaching its clifftop monasteries independently means a long drive plus working out which are open to visit. This full-day tour starts at 9 AM from Larissa Station, letting you avoid early rush. Ride a coach to Kalambaka, then take a panoramic drive past all six UNESCO World Heritage-listed retreats perched on rock pinnacles. Learn their history, stop for photos, and step inside three monasteries.

Maximize your time in Athens and learn more about the city than you would on your own with a small-group or private guided tour. Perks include skip-the-line access to the Acropolis, so you can spend more of your trip sightseeing than waiting in lines. Stop by the National Library of Greece, the Ancient Agora of Athens, Plaka, the Panathenaic Stadium, and more during this tour.

Experience Athens through its food scene without wasting time on tourist-focused restaurants or guessing where locals actually eat. This small-group walking tour introduces you to neighborhood markets, delis, and family-run tavernas while offering insight into everyday life and culture in the city. Sample a variety of classic Greek dishes along the way, then finish with a traditional meze meal and wine.

Indulge your inner foodie on this half-day gourmet tasting tour and sample the edible delights of Athens. Take to the streets for a walking tour of Athens’ cafés, markets, delicatessens and street food haunts. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private food-expert guide as you uncover the secrets of Greek cuisine and learn more about the city’s culinary heritage. Stop along the way to sample local treats like sweet donuts, Greek bread and regional cheeses, washed down with Greek wine and freshly brewed coffee.

See the landmark monuments of Athens in a new light during a tour of the Acropolis, guided by a licensed tour guide. Avoid the crowds and warmer temperatures while taking a leisurely stroll around the Parthenon, Propylaia gateway, Temple of Athena Nike, and more. Enjoy skip-the-line access to save time. Upgrade to include tickets to the Acropolis Museum for even more insights into ancient Greece.

Maximize time in Athens with a private tuk-tuk tour of the city center and Old Town. Get picked up at your hotel or the location of your choosing within Athens and set out on a sightseeing tour focused on local history. Maneuver easily through the narrow streets of Athens and see top landmarks including Syntagma Square, the Panathenaic Stadium, and the Temple of Olympian Zeus.

Covering Athens on foot is slow in the heat, and a car keeps you at arm's length from the sights. See plenty up close on this guided bike tour, riding past ancient ruins, neoclassical buildings, and the city's neighborhoods, with brief stops at landmarks such as the Acropolis, the Temple of Hephaestus, and the Panathenaic Stadium. Choose a regular bike or an e-bike, and add a guided Acropolis visit as an upgrade.

Visit one of Greece’s most picturesque coastal viewpoints on a half-day small-group tour from Athens to Cape Sounion. Travel by minivan along south Attica’s scenic shoreline roads to reach the ancient Temple of Poseidon, built atop a towering sea cliff with fantastic views of the Aegean. Explore the ruins of this temple dedicated to the Greek god of the sea, and opt for an afternoon tour to catch a famously beautiful sunset.