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Go beyond the guidebooks and immerse yourself in ancient Greek history on a private tour of the Acropolis. This exclusive experience lets you ask as many questions as you like. Book a walking tour of the Acropolis; upgrade to add the Agora of Athens or the Acropolis Museum; or opt for a half-day city tour by vehicle. Entrance fees are at your expense.

Traveling independently from Athens to Cape Sounion can mean figuring out bus timetables or sorting out a rental car. With this private tour, forget about both and enjoy the freedom of traveling with your own dedicated driver at your preferred time. Experience the Temple of Poseidon (own expense) for as long as you like and opt to break your journey home for a meal or ice cream if you wish.

Explore the highlights of Athens in just one day on this private or small-group tour by private vehicle. Enjoy pickup from your hotel or a convenient meeting point and visit highlights such the Acropolis, Parthenon, Ancient Agora, Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Acropolis Museum (museum entrance extra), and Lycabettus Hill and explore the neighborhoods of Plaka and Monastiraki. Includes lunch.

Delphi sits high in the mountains, a few hours from Athens, so reaching it and seeing the sanctuary at your own pace takes a long drive and some planning. Get driven privately instead, with free rein to spend as long as you like across the site before the return. Explore the ruins, the Temple of Apollo, and the archaeological museum. Add on a traditional Greek lunch, if you'd like.

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.

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.

The Acropolis is one of the world’s most iconic sights, but many travelers find the midday heat and crowds oppressive. Enjoy a less chaotic experience on this 2-hour tour that enters the site as soon as it opens. Your guide introduces all the highlights, including the Parthenon, the Theatre of Dionysus, and more, and helps you visualize how the site might have looked in ancient times. Upgrade to include your ticket.

There’s no better souvenir to bring back from your Athens vacation than the gift of Greek cuisine. Get to grips with seasonally changing classics like tzatziki, roast lamb, stuffed vine leaves, and flaky spinach pie on this half-day cooking course in a central Athens taverna. Once you’re done, sit down and savor the fruits of your labor, accompanied with a glass of wine, beer, or soft drink—and Acropolis views.

Explore Athens once the temperatures have cooled and the daytime crowds have gone home on this small-group nighttime tour. Let your guide lead the way as you walk around the city, taking in views of the illuminated Parthenon and the Acropolis, as well as other historical landmarks. Complete your evening by eating like a local and enjoying a Greek dinner in a traditional tavern.

Go beyond the history books and hear stories of Greek mythology and archaeological wonders when you book this private tour of the Acropolis and its museum. Follow your guide around each location and feel free to customize the tour according to your interests and learn about ancient Greece, art, architecture, and heritage. Plus, avoid waiting in long queues with skip-the-line access to both attractions.

The UNESCO-listed Acropolis is an Athens must-see—but it can be hard to make the most of it when visiting alone. To better understand the attraction’s historic significance, explore with a guide who can bring its history to lfie. This group tour offers a hassle-free way to see the best of the Acropolis, including the Parthenon and other monuments. You can also upgrade to add a visit to the Acropolis Museum.

Athens' ancient sites sit close together but uphill, and walking between them in the heat wears you out before you've seen much. An e-bike does the climbing for you, its motor handling the gradients so you arrive at each stop with energy to spare. The route takes in the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Acropolis, the Panathenaic Stadium, and more, with photo stops along the way.

Uncover Athens’ long history—and also see a side of the Greek capital few other visitors experience—on this immersive, half-day walking tour. Led by your guide, glimpse world-famous landmarks, UNESCO-listed ruins, and opulent royal palaces. Then, step off the beaten path to discover busy markets, modern sights, and five atmospheric neighborhoods. This small-group tour includes a fun map of Athens and ensures a personalized experience with limited participants.

The Acropolis draws large crowds year-round, and without priority access, a significant portion of the visit is spent queuing rather than exploring the site. This private tour includes skip-the-line entry and a guide who covers the Parthenon, Erechtheion, and the broader architectural and artistic significance of the classical temples throughout, at a pace suited to your group.

The Acropolis of Athens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the city's most iconic attraction—and ticket lines often involve a long wait. Save time for more sightseeing with this pre-booked e-ticket, and get guaranteed entry into the millennia-old landmark directly. Even better, this package includes an audio guide. Just pop in your headphones and explore the site at your own pace during a convenient self-guided tour.

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.

Explore the archaeology of ancient Greece during this full-day group tour of Nafplio, Epidaurus, and Mycenae. Start in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Mycenae, touring the Treasury of Atreus and its Cyclopean Walls. Then take a walking tour of Nafplio and lunch with panoramic views of Bourtzi Islet. Finish the day in Epidaurus, discovering its beautifully-preserved UNESCO World Heritage theater. A guide, lunch, entrance fees, on-bus Wi-Fi and round-trip transport from select hotels are also covered, depending on the option selected.

Discover the flavors of Athens on this 3-hour food tour led by a local. Head off the beaten tourist trail to stroll through the lively neighborhoods of Monastiraki and Psirri, and explore the city’s bustling central market. Sample delicious filo pies, local snacks, cheeses, cold cuts, and traditional sweets. Wrap up your tour with a relaxed lunch or dinner at a cozy Greek taverna. Upgrade to a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 travelers.

The soaring pinnacles of Meteora are a must for many travelers, and this small-group tour explores all six of the area's historic monasteries with the option to visit three of them (entrance fees not included). A guide provides insights into the UNESCO World Heritage Site as you explore, and an included lunch keeps you satiated. Upgrade to include round-trip bus transportation from Athens to Meteora for a seamless travel experience, or begin the tour from Kalambaka Train Station.

Athens has stellar street food, but it takes a local insider to find the best spots to sample the city’s specialties. With this small-group tour, join a foodie guide to discover the top stands and eateries for delicacies on the go in Athens. Sample spanakopita, souvlaki, gyro, and peinirli plus luscious sweets and local beer as you stroll through some of the trendiest neighborhoods in the city center.

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.

Avoid the stress of navigating busy streets and trying to cover Athens’s major landmarks in limited time on your own. This private half-day luxury tour of Athens lets you explore iconic sites like the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, and Syntagma Square in comfort with a private, air-conditioned vehicle. With customizable stops and a flexible pace, you can focus on the views, photos, and history that matter most to you.

Enhance your experience of Athens on a mythological tour of the ancient Greek city. Alongside an entertaining guide, visit major landmarks like the Acropolis and listen to the captivating myths that surround each landmark. Hear tales that combine myth, legend and historical fact; and gain valuable insight into the culture of modern and ancient Greece on this educational tour.

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.