Visit the site of the first modern Olympic Games at the Panathenaic Stadium, explore the historic Plaka area and marvel at the classical monuments of the Acropolis of Athens on a private group walking tour.

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Duration 4 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide: English
Private group

Highlights

Watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony outside the Greek Parliament
Marvel at the ruins of temples on the Acropolis
Visit the site of the first modern Olympic Games at the Panathenaic Stadium
Explore the historic Plaka district

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Journey back in time and see the ancient monuments of Athens on a private group tour with an English-speaking guide. Marvel at the landmarks of Syntagma Square, home to the Greek Parliament, and watch the Changing of the Guards ceremony. See the traditional uniform of the elite Evzone guards in front of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Next, get some shade as you walk through the National Garden and see the neoclassical facade of Zappeion Hall. Learn about the home of the first modern Olympic Games at the Panathenaic Stadium, and then continue along Dionysiou Areopagitou Street to enter the historic Plaka district. Make your way to the south slope of the Acropolis and get a perfect view of the remains of the Theatre of Dionysus. Discover the ancient mausoleum on Philopappos Hill as you continue towards the Temple of Athena Nike, Propylaea and Erechtheion. Be amazed by the ruins of the Parthenon and enjoy stunning views over the rooftops of Athens.

Includes

Licensed guide
Private tour
Athens guide magazine
Athens map

Entrance tickets (€28 approximately)
Hotel pickup and drop-off (unless agreed)
Optional gratuities
Food and drinks

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants must also bring a valid form of ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, identity card, student card, etc)
All participants who are over 12 years old must present either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months

Meeting point

Meet your guide next to the ticket machines under the hanging clock inside Syntagma Metro Station. Your guide will be holding an orange sign for ease of contact.

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sun hat

Know before you go

Wear comfortable shoes and bring a hat and a bottle of water
A sweater is recommended in the early spring or fall
Entrance tickets to the Acropolis and Temple of Zeus cost €28 per adult. Youths aged 6-24 are entitled to reduced or free entrance (providing they have a valid ID or passport) depending on nationality. Seniors aged 65+ (EU citizens only) are entitled to reduced entrance fees (providing they have a valid ID or passport)
This tour is 4 hours long and includes around 1 hour of walking. There are many stops with shady corners. The walking pace is moderate and suitable for everyone
The tour is in English, unless another language is agreed
There are restrooms along the route
Please bring cash for the tickets.

Acropolis, Panathenaic Stadium and Plaka Private Group Tour

Acropolis, Panathenaic Stadium and Plaka Private Group Tour

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Great views and history