Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

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Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip
Top rated
4.8  / 55406 reviews

Discover Greece's ancient history with a half-day trip to the Temple of Poseidon on Cape Sounion. Witness a stunning sunset over the Aegean Sea from the temple grounds.

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Duration 5.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Audio guide included
English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

D
Diego – United States

Wonderful. The guide was awesome. I loved the stories she shared with us during the ride to/from the temple.

K
Kristina – Croatia

It was a lovely afternoon trip from Athens. I loved every part of it and tour guide Jolie (don't know if I wrote correctly, if not apologies) was great. Her stories and energy were great.

The Original experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Halandri Metro Station

  • Bus/coach

    (40 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Thoricus

    Sightseeing (35 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (25 minutes)

  • Cape Sounion

    Free time, Sightseeing

  • Timeline stop icon

    Temple of Poseidon

    Free time, Sightseeing (1.5 hours)

    Extra fee

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • Finish at:

    Syntagma Square

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Embark on a day trip and discover Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon
  • Explore the ruins of the Theater of Thorikos, the world's oldest theater
  • Discover the site of the Temple of Poseidon with 2 hours of free time
  • Enjoy the stunning panoramic views from the southeastern peak of Cape Sounion
  • Experience the breathtaking sunset over the Aegean Sea from the cape

Full description

Experience a journey back in time with a day trip from Athens to Cape Sounion. Discover the Temple of Poseidon on Cape Sounion, admire the fantastic scenery of the area, and witness a wonderful sunset over the Aegean Sea. Depart from a meeting point in the center of Athens and travel by comfortable bus to Cape Sounion. Learn about the mythology and history of the area during the journey. Stop at the ancient Theatre of Thorikos, the oldest preserved theater in the world. Take some time to admire the surrounding views of the area, including the historic ancient silver mines of the region. Arrive at Cape Sounion, where you will have approximately 2 hours of free time to explore the breathtaking Temple of Poseidon. Take a leisurely stroll around the temple and enjoy the stunning views of the Aegean Sea as the sun sets. Learn more about the area with an in-app audio guide (phone and headphones not included. Capture the picturesque area of Sounion during this magical time, and witness the beauty of the temple as it is bathed in golden light. Finally, relax on the return journey to Athens, with drop-off at Syntagma Square.

Includes

  • Round-trip transportation
  • Archaeologist guide
  • Audio guide app
  • Wi-fi on the bus
  • Basic travel insurance
  • Entrance fee to the archaeological site of Sounion (€10 in summer; €5 in winter)
  • Guided tour of archaeological sites
  • Food and drinks
  • Tips

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Participants

Meeting point

Meet outside the Halandri Metro Station (Blue Line), which is a 20-minute ride from Athens Syntagma. Once you are at Halandri Metro Station, follow the exit “To Vrilissia” and meet your guide outside the station.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Jacket

Know before you go

  • Entrance to the archaeological site is free for youths up to 18 years old and students inside the European Union
  • Reduced entrance (50% off) is valid for European Union citizens aged over 65 and students of higher education institutes outside the European Union
  • In the winter season (1 November to 31 March) the general entrance fee to the archaeological site is €5

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 5406 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Diego – United StatesMarch 10, 2025 – Verified booking
Wonderful. The guide was awesome. I loved the stories she shared with us during the ride to/from the temple.
K
Kristina – CroatiaMarch 9, 2025 – Verified booking
It was a lovely afternoon trip from Athens. I loved every part of it and tour guide Jolie (don't know if I wrote correctly, if not apologies) was great. Her stories and energy were great.
J
Jamie – IrelandMarch 8, 2025 – Verified booking
The tour was really informative, we had two stops in total. The weather was perfect and got lots of good photos. The guide and the bus driver were friendly and polite. The tour guide had lots of knowledge on what we were going to see as well.

Product ID: 212919

Activity provider:Ammon Express

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