Think you know the best way to explore Athens? Spoiler alert: it’s this tour. Why waste precious time trudging around on foot when you can effortlessly tick off the city’s highlights in just half a day? With an expert guide leading the way, you’ll dive into Athens’ fascinating history, see the Panathenaic Stadium, witness the changing of the guards, and stroll through the charming streets of Plaka. Plus, you’ll bypass the lines to enter the Acropolis—because we all know, waiting is for amateurs.
Expert English-speaking guide
Comfortable minivan transportation
Skip-the-line Acropolis tickets
Viewing of changing of the guards
Guided tour in Plaka and Monastiraki
Athens’ icons in one morning
Guide tips
Your tour begins at the New Hotel
Meet your guide outside New Hotel in central Athens and join your small group in the minibus. As everyone settles in, your guide outlines the plan and points out major landmarks on the drive.
Visit the Panathenaic Stadium
Ride over to the Panathenaic Stadium, the only arena in the world built entirely of marble. Step out for photos while your guide explains how it hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.
Watch the changing of the guards
Head to Syntagma Square to see the Parliament Building and Presidential Palace. From a good vantage point, you watch the Evzones, Greece’s elite ceremonial guards, perform the changing of the guards and learn how the ritual connects to modern Greek history.
See the Athens Trilogy
Back in the minibus, follow the route past the Athens Trilogy: the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Your guide highlights the neoclassical façades and explains how these institutions helped shape modern Greek education and culture.
Stroll through Plaka and Monastiraki
Then it is time to explore on foot through Plaka’s village-like streets and Monastiraki’s lively market squares. You pass tavernas, shops, and stalls while your guide shares tips on where to eat, shop, and people-watch later.
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Jen B.
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December 17, 2025
Terry L.
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October 17, 2025
Amy T.
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October 12, 2025
Superb Guide
Sienna R.
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September 16, 2025
Our guide was informative & knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour! We would definitely recommend this tour, you'll learn so much!
Athens Half-Day Tour
Stuart D.
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September 12, 2025
We were met on time with Athena our guide. Boarded a new Mercedes Benz Shuttle. Excellent experience all around. At the end of the tour we were given the option of leaving as were closer to our hotel.
Great Tour
Jacob T.
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September 11, 2025
The Acropolis views alone are worth it and having a knowledgeable guide made the whole experience much richer!
Harrison K.
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September 10, 2025
Harrison K.
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September 10, 2025
Highly Recommended
Eva B.
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September 09, 2025
This tour gave me unforgettable memories. The Acropolis was breathtaking and the city walk added.... so much charm! Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly and informative. Would highly recommend this tour!!
Authentic
Aiden B.
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September 07, 2025
We loved the tour as it combined famous landmarks with local neighborhoods! The Acropolis was stunning and as we walked through the lively streets made us feel authentic!
So Well Organized
Scarlett Y.
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September 05, 2025
From start to finish everything ran smoothly! The pace was perfect and comfortable, we saw the best of Athens in just a half-day!
Elsie F.
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September 05, 2025
Elsie F.
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September 05, 2025
Fantastic Half-Day Tour
Jack K.
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September 03, 2025
It was a wonderful experience!!The Acropolis is beyond words and our guide gave us great context about ancient history.
Adam R.
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September 01, 2025
Adam R.
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September 01, 2025
Amazing Experience
Victoria B.
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August 30, 2025
It was filled with wonder, insight and unforgettable sights! Our guide was informative & engaging! This tour gave us the true essence of the beautiful city
Michael V.
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August 27, 2025
Matilda S.
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August 27, 2025
Matilda S.
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August 27, 2025
Simply Iconic
Lucas A.
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August 26, 2025
The Acropolis is grand and iconic! Our guide was excellent and made it even more incredible.
Cultural Gem
Hannah L.
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August 22, 2025
This tour covered both the monumental ruins and the stories behind them. We learned so much. The views and the stories shared by our guide was priceless!
Julian W.
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August 22, 2025
Julian W.
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August 22, 2025
Perfect tour to see all the things with a guide that brings it to life!
Carrie E.
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August 21, 2025
We did this tour on a hot August day immediately after returning from a cruise. The tour was perfect - both the primary guide and Acropolis guide were fantastic, and between the heat and our travel exhaustion - this tour was truly perfect to enable us to see the highlights of Athens with very limited time. We got to see so much more than we'd have seen on our own - and the price is extremely reasonable given the quality of information from guides, and the included transportation between sites. The headsets were great to be able to hear our guide while walking around. If you want to see a lot of the major historical sites with an expert providing just enough context to make it meaningful, this is the tour for you! So glad we found this tour, highly recommend.
