Athens Full Day Private Tour
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Athens, Greece
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Discover the best of Athens in one day on a private or small-group tour
- Travel comfortably in a private vehicle with knowledgeable driver
- Includes entrance fees to Acropolis, Agora, and Temple of Zeus
- Relax with hotel pickup (private) or easy meeting point (small-group)
What's Included
- Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history [Not licensed to accompany you in any site]
- Skip the line Tickets: Acropolis, Ancient Agora
- PRIVATE TOUR: Hotel / Cruise port pick up & drop-off
- SMALL GROUP: Meeting Point at ''Herodion Hotel'' [near Acropolis metro station]
- Lunch: Pitta Gyros, Greek salad, Baklava, Drink
- Worry- free Shore Excursion
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Museum Ticket [Options: Acropolis Museum- 20€pp OR National Archaeological Museum- 20€pp]
- Licensed Tour guide upon request— depending on availability [Additional cost: 350€]
- Airport Pick Up and drop-off [Additional cost]
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Itinerary
Kick off with morning pickup from your Athens hotel (private tour option) or from the meeting point near the Acropolis metro station (small-group tour option) and head directly to the Acropolis. Enter with skip-the-line tickets and enjoy free time inside to take in the Parthenon and other highlights.
Next, move on to the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Panathenaic Stadium before the scenic drive to the top of Mount Lycabettus to take in the view. After a stop to admire the ancient Agora, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and Academy of Athens, take a break for an included lunch.
Your day ends with a choice of visiting the Acropolis Museum or Natural Archaeological Museum (tickets own expense) or enjoying free time to shop and sightsee in the historic Plaka neighborhood before drop-off at your morning meeting point.
Next, move on to the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Panathenaic Stadium before the scenic drive to the top of Mount Lycabettus to take in the view. After a stop to admire the ancient Agora, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and Academy of Athens, take a break for an included lunch.
Your day ends with a choice of visiting the Acropolis Museum or Natural Archaeological Museum (tickets own expense) or enjoying free time to shop and sightsee in the historic Plaka neighborhood before drop-off at your morning meeting point.
1
Acropolis
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
2
Parthenon
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Propylaea (Pass By)
Erectheion (Pass By)
Temple of Athena Nike (Pass By)
Temple of Olympian Zeus (Pass By)
Panathenaic Stadium (Pass By)
3
Mount Lycabettus
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Ancient Agora of Athens
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Temple of Aries (Pass By)
Museum of the Ancient Agora (Pass By)
Plateia Syntagmatos (Pass By)
5
Monument to the Unknown Soldier
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Academy of Athens (Pass By)
The Academy of Athens (Pass By)
National Library of Greece (Pass By)
6
Koukaki
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Monastiraki (Pass By)
7
Acropolis Museum
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
8
National Archaeological Museum
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
9
Plaka
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- The drivers are not licensed to accompany you inside the archaeological sites and museum.
- Please contact us after your booking if you are using a wheelchair or if you are travelling with infants
- German/ Spanish Speaking Drivers upon request- depending on the availability
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Frequently Asked Question (1)
Q:Will my driver accompany us inside the archaeological sites?
A:Your driver will have deep knowledge of history and mythology history, but they are not licensed to accompany you inside the archaeological sites & museum. We can reserve a licenced guide for you at an extra cost - depending on the availability
Apr 2022
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 2,922 reviews
Jodi_G, Mar 2026
We saw and did everything we wanted too as well as more. Very worth it! No mud no fuss and the history lesson was awesome
Nancy_B, Mar 2026
Demetri planned a great private tour for us. We were able to see the most important sites all within our 7 hour time frame. These included The Acropolis/Parthenon, Ancient Agora, Panatehsic stadium and the impressive changing of the guard at the Presidential Palace and Tomb of Unknown Soldier. He took us to a very authentic Greek restaurant where the locals eat and we tried Souvlaki, Greek salad and Baklava that Demetri provided.
Our favorite part of the tour was to hear about the history of Athens and what it is like to live there. Demetri was very knowledgeable and professional. He was prompt and communicated instructions clearly so that we understood exactly what we were doing, where to meet, and also was open to making any changes we requested.
We really felt like we got a great tour and we highly recommend Demetri!
Charlotte_L, Mar 2026
It was a wonderful Athens experience in a short 8 hour day, which is all the time we had before our cruise. I would highly recommend this tour to get the most out of limited time. Our tour guide was a history major and very knowledgeable about Greece. Timely, courteous and professional. Car extremely clean.
Gina_C, Mar 2026
Best tour guide ever ! Panos took my sister and I on a private tour in Athens .. he was so informative, engaging, fun and he felt like family …a cousin showing us around his beloved home town. We both learned so much about the history of this beautiful country .. we cannot wait to come back and hire Panos again!!
Robyn_V, Feb 2026
Panos was a knowledgeable and congenial guide, who obviously knows Athens and all its wonderful sites very well.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour and appreciated Panos' expertise and friendliness during your exploration of Athens.
Scott_M, Feb 2026
Great full day tour to experience the high points of Athens! Our tour guide Andreas was very energetic and knowledgeable and full of positivity!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour and appreciated Andreas' energy and knowledge. Your kind words motivate us to keep providing exceptional experiences.
Lena_R, Feb 2026
I have to give the highest regard to our very knowledgeable and respectable guide, Terry! The tour was fully packed with all promised highlights, but with ample time to at least gain an impression and beat the crowds. I am grateful that our guide was also accomodating and reassuring to my family member's walking concerns. The atmosphere was overall enjoyable for us! The lunch option was also very accomodating to our diet and still authentically greek.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted that you enjoyed the tour and that Terry provided such an accommodating and memorable experience. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we hope to see you again!
Ken_D, Jan 2026
Driver-guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating. Got us to the Acropolis before the crowds. The included lunch was great and the dinner as recommended was the best. A very pleasurable experience. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you, Ken! We're thrilled you enjoyed your time in Athens and appreciated the thoughtful recommendations. Hearing about your positive experience means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure!
Arjay_E, Nov 2025
My wife and I did the Full Day Private Athens Tour with Terry, and it was PERFECT. Terry is the BEST TOUR GUIDE we’ve ever had for any tour we’ve ever taken. Terry is incredibly knowledgeable and was flexible to make the day what we wanted. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for your glowing review!
We're thrilled you had a fantastic experience with Terry!
Your kind words mean a lot, and we’re glad the tour exceeded your expectations.
We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
KristinaM_P, Nov 2025
We booked this trip for our family of 4 with Terry. We've been very lucky with tour guides in the past, but I can say Terry was the best guide we've ever had! He was raised in Athens and knew when the best times to see ruins and secret hidden gems in the city were and we always seemed to be just ahead of the crowds and buses. He was very flexible with time and told us about how long we needed but we could adjust when we wanted to stay longer or move along. I can't believe how much of the city we were able to take in during the tour, well worth the additional cost if you are looking for a thorough but private tour. We have his What's app number and offered to advise us if we ever head back to Athens for visit ideas. He had stories about everything in the city, even some things back when he was growing up there, very informative and fun day.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with Terry!
We're thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed the tour and appreciated his local insights and flexibility.
Your feedback highlights what makes our guides special—authenticity and dedication!
Thank you again!
Katie_C, Nov 2025
We had a great time on our all-day tour with Andreas! He knows his hometown well, and his local knowledge was greatly appreciated. He showed us all the sites and was happy to personalize it to make sure we saw the things we really wanted to.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience!
We're glad Andreas made your tour memorable with his local expertise and flexibility. Your feedback encourages us to keep delivering personalized and enjoyable experiences for our guests.
Thank you again!
Loretta_S, Nov 2025
This tour was absolutely awesome all because of our guide, Andreas ( a Vin Diesel look alike). Andreas is personable and extremely well informed. He took the time to explain the sights in detail before dropping us off. We did a coffee stop, a shopping/ bathroom break, and lunch at a lovely , small restaurant where we ate outside. The vehicle was comfortable and easily accommodated the 8 of us. This was far and above one of the best private tours I have done.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your amazing experience! We're thrilled to hear Andreas made your tour special and that everything exceeded your expectations. We truly hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future!
Reginald_P, Nov 2025
If you can afford it then it’s worth it. The tickets are bought and a personal driver to and from each historical site with a basic understanding of each. Followed by a traditional Greek lunch.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience and feedback! Your insights will help us improve, and we hope to welcome you again for an even better experience in the future!
Reginald_B, Nov 2025
I really enjoyed this trip it was so worth the money we had access to multiple museums our food was covered the tour guide made adjustments with the weather and was very knowledgeable I really appreciate him.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled you enjoyed the trip and found it worth the value. We're glad our tour guide's adjustments and knowledge added to your experience. We hope to welcome you back in the future!
Michael_A, Nov 2025
My husband booked this tour because we did not have a lot of time to spend in Athens, and we wanted to see many of the famous sights. Petros picked us up on time, and kept us on track without stress or pressure to hasten our visit. He was full of knowledge about both the history of Athens and what city life is like in contemporary context. He was extremely considerate when I had an urgent call of nature. It was truly a pleasure to meet and get to know him, and his kindness made all the difference in how we experienced this great city. We look forward to coming back again and seeing more.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted Petros helped make your visit stress-free and enjoyable. Your kind words mean a lot, and we hope to welcome you back for more discoveries in the future!
Susan_R, Nov 2025
Well worth the money. Dimitri was an outstanding guide. His English was excellent, he was polite and attentive but fun. He made a special effort to accommodate my walking difficulties and arranged our schedule so we could see all the sites before roads were closed for the marathon. Would definitely recommend
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear Dimitri provided such a great experience and accommodated your needs perfectly. Your recommendation means a lot to us and we hope to welcome you again!
Rick_S, Nov 2025
This was one of the most informative in most comprehensive tours I have been on. We saw so much more than we ever could’ve seen on our own.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled you found the tour so informative and comprehensive. We aim to provide unique insights and ensure you see as much as possible.
Thank you again!
Cindie_B, Nov 2025
This Private Tour of Athens with Theodore was the most perfect day! He was fantastic plus we had a Private Tour guide, Vesso, who accompanied us inside all of the sites. The two of them were so knowledgeable and caring. We learned so much. They were so attentive to our parents, who are 82 & 90 years old. For a family of seven this was definitely the way to visit Athens!!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
We're thrilled you had such a memorable experience with Theodore and Vesso! It's wonderful to hear they made the day special and educational while ensuring your parents were well cared for. Thank you for sharing this!
Heather_W, Nov 2025
This experience was great however you will only be with a tour guide when in the car. They will drive you spot to spot and tell you history in the car but will not go into the attractions with you. Several places we were on our own for over an hour just wondering. It would’ve been so nice to have someone with us explaining things and telling us the history about everything as we went.
MOHAMMADREZA_S, Nov 2025
Andreas was an outstanding guide — knowledgeable, personable, and truly passionate about sharing the history and culture of the area. He made every stop come alive with fascinating stories and insights, striking the perfect balance between education and entertainment. His organization and attention to detail made the whole experience seamless and enjoyable.
We appreciated his patience, sense of humor, and the way he tailored the tour to everyone’s interests. It felt like exploring with a friend who genuinely loves what he does. Thank you, Andreas, for making our trip unforgettable!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear Andreas provided such an exceptional experience and made your trip memorable. Your kind words truly reflect his dedication and passion for what he does.
Beatriz_R, Nov 2025
Our private full-day tour of Athens was truly an incredible experience. We were completely immersed in the rich history of Greece and the origins of Western civilization. Our guide was exceptionally knowledgeable and insightful—he connected each site perfectly, helping us understand both the physical setting and the historical context of what we were seeing.
The weather was absolutely perfect, which made the day even more enjoyable. The Acropolis is simply majestic, while the Ancient Agora transports you back to the everyday life of ancient Athenians and the birthplace of democratic thought inspired by Socrates and his successors.
The Acropolis Museum is an absolute must-see. I can’t decide which impressed me more—the stunning architecture and modern design of the building itself or the fascinating collection it houses.
Overall, this tour offered the perfect blend of history, culture, and beauty. A truly unforgettable day in Athens!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the guide’s insights, as well as the awe-inspiring sites like the Acropolis and Ancient Agora. Your kind words mean a lot to us!
Katharine_L, Nov 2025
This was exactly what I wanted… a great highlights tour of Athens with a very knowledgeable and friendly local guide.
Giannis was perfect and he allowed the correct amount of time for us at each destination. Lunch was great too!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled you enjoyed the highlights tour and appreciated Giannis' expertise. It's wonderful to hear the timing and lunch worked perfectly for you. We hope to see you on another adventure!
Diane_H, Nov 2025
Amazing!!! Everything we’d hoped for and more. This tour exceeded our expectations and we’ve used Viator before. Our guide, Pantelis, was fabulous. He was very helpful, very informative, clear in all his explanations and made sure we had our skip the line tickets for all sites we visited. I just can’t praise him enough for all we learned and saw.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear Pantelis made your experience so memorable and that the tour exceeded your expectations. Looking forward to welcoming you on another trip in the future!
David_L, Oct 2025
A truly wonderful experience! The staff at Olive Sea Travel were very supportive and communicated with us regularly both while we were in the US, prior to tour, and when we were in Athens. Our driver Dimitris was exceptional, very responsive to our requests and showed us all the sights of the city. Highly recommended!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you had a wonderful experience and enjoyed Dimitris' exceptional service. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we hope to welcome you on another tour in the future!
Cindy_B, Oct 2025
Our experience was perfect from beginning to end. Our courteous and attentive driver,Manos,picked us up from our hotel at the specified time. He was accompanied by our personal guide,Vassa, She was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. She accompanied us to all the important sights in Athens and gave us an explanation of what we were seeing. We felt like we truly had received a complete overview of all of Athens when our tour was completed.
We highly recommend Viator .. along with Manos and Vassa.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled to hear Manos and Vassa made your tour memorable and informative. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back for more adventures!
Theodore_F, Oct 2025
Stephanos at Olive Sea Tours was a wonderful guide that gave us an awesome day in Athens. He gave us great stories to help explain the thousands of years of history that exists in Athens. He dropped us very close to every location and gave us the flexibility to take as much time as we needed at each one. I would highly recommend that you ask for him for your tour.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled Stephanos made your Athens tour memorable with his stories and flexibility. We’ll make sure he hears your kind words. Hope to see you on another tour soon!
Val_M, Oct 2025
Andreas was an amazing guide! He was very knowledgeable and tailored the tour to our preferences. He also had to take into account some changes to our tour due to the public holiday.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear Andreas provided a knowledgeable and adaptable experience for your tour. Feedback like yours inspires our guides to continue delivering exceptional service.
John_M, Oct 2025
What an amazing day! This would be 20 stars if the site would let me! First if all it starts with having the right guide, and Theodore was absolutely amazing! Before we even got to our first stop, we had a great history lesson on the city of Athens, and the sites we were visiting. Theodore was very personable and made the day fly by. Great location for our lunch at a local spot out of the tourist area, and some great shopping spots at the end of the day. Absolutely the best guide we could have hoped for. Book this excursion on your next trip and request Theodore, you won't be disappointed!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for the incredible feedback! We're thrilled Theodore made your experience unforgettable with his knowledge and friendliness. Your tip about requesting him is greatly appreciated and will help future travelers make great memories too!
Kathleen_W, Oct 2025
Stephanos exceeded our expectations of what a tour guide would be like! He was extremely knowledgeable and super accommodating! We learned so much from him in our Athens full day private tour! We were all so appreciative of how friendly he was and how he went above and beyond to share his knowledge of Greece with us. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking to learn the history of this beautiful city!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled to hear Stephanos made your Athens tour memorable with his knowledge and friendliness. Your recommendation means a lot, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him!
Maria_F, Oct 2025
Excellent tour! Tolis did an outstanding job of showing us the fascinating city of Athens. We could not have asked for a better experience
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your tour with Tolis and had such a memorable experience exploring Athens.
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