National Archaeological Museum of Athens

Experience the Greek capital on a hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour. You’ll travel on an open-top, double-decker bus as you take in the many important sights and attractions of the city. With the help of the onboard multilingual audio guide you can trace the history and culture of Athens from ancient times to the present day. In addition to the city’s many monuments, you’ll come across a multitude of shopping opportunities along the route. You can visit world-renowned museums and marvel at the ancient temples - the Acropolis and Parthenon. Athens Route Stops: Stop 1 - Syntagma Square Stop 2 - A Acropolis / Plaka Stop 3 - A Acropolis Museum Stop 4 - A The Acropolis & Parthenon (Interchange: Piraeus route) Stop 5 - A Temple of Zeus Stop 6 - A Parliament / National Gardens Stop 7 - The Four Museums Stop 8 - The National Gallery Stop 9 - A Ancient Olympic Stadium Stop 9 - B Parliament / National Gardens Stop 10 - National Library Stop 11 - National Archaeological Museum Stop 12 - Omonoia Square Stop 13 - Karaiskaki Square Stop 14 - Monastiraki Square Stop 15 -Kotzia Square Piraeus Route Stops: Stop 1 - Pantion University Stop 2 - Niarchos Foundation Stop 3 - Municipal Theatre Stop 4 - Cruise Terminals A & B Stop 5 - Lions Gate Stop 6 - Cruise Terminals A & B Stop 7 - Archaeological Museum of Piraeus Stop 8 - Votsalakia Beach Stop 9 - Mikrolimano Harbour Stop 10 - Planetarium Stop 11 - Athens Ledra & Intercontinental Beach & Riviera Route Stops: Acropolis/Plaka Pantion University Niarchos Foundation Falire/Flisvas Edem Ag.Kesmas Beach Bomo Palace Asteria Beach Divani Apollon Oceanis Beach/ Atrir Palace Vouliagemi Lake Pigadakia Blazer Suites Glyfada town Golf Ag.Kosmas Kalamki Poseidon Hotel Marriot/Planetarium Grand Hyatt/ Intercontinental Temple of Zeus

Explore Athens, the Port of Piraeus, and the coastline of the Athenian Riviera at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus ticket. Benefit from easy transportation to key attractions, such as the Panathenaic Stadium and Parthenon at the Acropolis. Travel on 4 lines for 1 day, including Athens (Orange Line), Piraeus (Blue Line), Glyfada (Yellow Line), and Vouliagmeni (Green Line). Get acquainted with the Greek capital's most beautiful sites and enrich your cruise or vacation experience. Recorded commentaries in 16 languages will provide historical, cultural and social information about one of the most ancient capitals of the world. Blue Line - Piraeus  Ideal if you have just arrived on a cruise, you can hop on the Blue Line at either of the cruise terminals in the Port of Piraeus, just a stone's throw from your cruise ship. See attractions such as the yacht marina at Pasalimani and the ancient harbor of Mikrolimano. Don't miss out on the impressive new Museum of Acropolis and walk up the hill to admire the Parthenon at the top. The bus takes passengers directly to the most eminent monuments of Athens and Greece. Orange Line - Athens The Orange Line roams by the most beautiful attractions further down the city center from the Acropolis and Parthenon. Explore the historic Plaka district and discover the most traditional area of Athens. Visit the gate of the Roman emperor Hadrian. See the Temple of Olympian Zeus and admire the largest temple in Greece from Roman times. Go to the Hellenic Parliament on Syntagma Square and look at its impressive guards. Stroll through Ermou to experience the busiest shopping street in Athens. Visit the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held. Go to the National Library to marvel at an outstanding building of great historical value. Drop by the National Archaeological Museum, or roam around the picturesque area of Monastiraki and its Flea Market. Take a walk through the quaint neighborhood of Thission.  Yellow Line − Glyfada Enjoy a tour of the Athenian Riviera, starting from the Planetarium stop of the Blue Line. Find out how the bewildering desert of the 1900s has evolved into one of the most cosmopolitan areas of Greece. From the Niarchos Foundation to the Marina Alimou, the Yellow Line blends history with the modern. Watch the sunset from Marina Flisvou or swim and sunbathe in Agios Kosmas. From the Glyfada Terminal, you can wander around the most cosmopolitan suburbs of the capital and shop at the luxury department stores. Wind down in a beautiful cafe and don't miss out on the beach bar where you can enjoy a cocktail by the seaside.  Green Line − Vouliagmeni Vouliagmeni may be better associated with its beaches, but the area is also a history lesson in its own right. From the Allied Forces Cemetery to the Byzantine Museum, Vouliagmeni is certainly worth a visit. Relax at the beautiful beach of Kavouri Oceanis, one of the most popular beaches in Athens. Go to Vouliagmeni Lake to discover one of the city's most popular spots. Don’t miss out on the thermal baths and admire the breathtaking surroundings.

Experience the National Archaeological Museum at your own pace with an entry ticket sent to your email, and a fascinating self-guided audio tour which can be downloaded directly to your smartphone. Travel back to ancient times to admire masterpieces from various periods of Greek history, and see how they have influenced modern life as we know it. Put on your headphones and discover the stories of the mask of Agamemnon, the Mycenaean Bull, the bronze statue of Zeus or Poseidon, and the horse rider, through powerful storytelling from a knowledgeable guide. Learn historical information and hear untold stories and anecdotes from times past, creating an engaging and informative experience. This is an unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights into ancient Greek art and society and explore the exhibits in an entirely original way. The audio tour can be used repeatedly and at any time, before or after your visit.

Uncover the captivating beauty and rich history of Athens, Piraeus, and the Athens Riviera from the unique perspective of an open-top, double-decker sightseeing bus. With three distinct routes to choose from, you’ll enjoy effortless exploration paired with expert digital commentary available in 14 languages. From the top deck, soak in sweeping panoramic views of Athens, a city steeped in history and timeless beauty. Carefully designed routes guide you to all the must-see landmarks, including the iconic Acropolis, the neoclassical charm of Piraeus' Municipal Theatre, the picturesque Plaka district, and the awe-inspiring Temple of Olympian Zeus. Admire the Riviera’s coastal elegance as you pass glittering beaches, modern marinas, and seaside attractions. Or dive into the vibrant port city of Piraeus, where maritime heritage meets Greek culture along a lively waterfront. Route Highlights: Athens Route – Discover the city's historical heart, beginning at Syntagma Square. Piraeus Route – Explore the bustling port and waterfront charm, starting from the cruise terminal. Riviera Route – Enjoy stunning sea views and sun-soaked beaches, with departures from the Acropolis. All routes are fully hop-on, hop-off and conveniently intersect at the Acropolis, making transfers seamless and sightseeing stress-free. Athens (Red Route): • Syntagma Square • Melina Merkouri/Plaka • New Acropolis Museum • Acropolis • Temple of Zeus • Parliament • Benaki Museum • Panathenaic Stadium • National Library • National Archaeological Museum • Omonia Square • Karaiskaki Square • Monastiraki Square • Kotzia Square (City Hall) Piraeus (Purple Route): • Plaka & South Entrance Acropolis • Panteion University • Stavros Niarchos Cultural Center • Municipal Theatre • Cruise Terminal A • Cruise Terminals B & C • Pasalimani • Mikrolimano • Planetarium/Athens Marriott • Intercontinental • Intercontinental & Grand Hyatt (to Acropolis) • Temple of Zeus • Parliament • Syntagma Square Riviera (Green Route): • Plaka & South Entrance Acropolis • Panteion University • Stavros Niarchos Cultural Center • Flisvos Marina • Alimos Marina • Ag.Kosmas Beach • 3rd Glyfada Marina • Divani Apollon • Kavouri Beach • Astir Beach • Vouliagmeni Lake • Voula Park • Glyfada City Center • Glyfada Beach • Hellinikon Airport • War Cemetery • Edem • Athens Marriott • Intercontinental & Grand Hyatt (to Acropolis) • Temple of Zeus • Parliament • Syntagma Square

Stroll through the museum and admire the artifacts and the majestic statues. Learn about Greek history as you discover fascinating exhibits from antiquity. Explore the National Archaeological Museum of Athens. The museum is the largest archaeological museum in Greece and one of the most important museums in the world devoted to ancient Greek art. Experience the museum at your own pace with an admission ticket sent directly to your e-mail along with a self-guided audio tour, created by professional guides. Immerse yourself in the antiquities and exhibits on display from all over Greece. Travel back to ancient times to admire artifacts like the Gold Deathmask of Agamemnon, the Antikythera mechanism, the Cup of Nestor, and the Ring of Theseus. Encounter masterpieces of sculpture like the statues of Zeus, Aphrodite, and Poseidon.

Save time and money during your time in Athens with a pre-booked combo ticket that gives you access to the Acropolis Museum, and the National Archaeological Museum. Visit the Acropolis Museum where you will admire all the wonders recovered from the Acropolis, including nearly 4000 artifacts from ancient Athens. Continue to the National Archaeological Museum. Stroll around and admire the artifacts and the majestic statues. Learn about Greek history as you discover fascinating exhibits from antiquity.

After meeting your friendly and informative guide at the entrance to the National Archaeological Museum you will start your journey through the fascinating history of Ancient Greece. Recognized as one of the greatest exhibitions worldwide, you'll have access to famous relics of the past such as the Gold 'Death-mask of Agamemnon', the 2000-year old 'Antikithera mechanism', the 'Cup of Nestor', the 'Ring of Theseus', not to mention masterpieces of sculpture like the statues of Aphrodite and Poseidon.  Your private guide will be on hand throughout to provide an appropriate commentary for all ages. Whether your interest is more Mythological, Historical, Focused on one particular aspect, or just to get the main Highlights, our guide will ensure your tour is adapted to your needs. Housed in a beautiful Neoclassic & recently renovated building, the exhibit chambers open out onto a leafy inner garden with mosaics and other artifacts around a relaxing cafe. This is a great way to spend some of your time in Athens and is very family friendly as well as a must-addition to any visit to the Capital.

The National Archaeological Museum is the largest museum in Greece and one of the world's great museums. Although its original purpose was to secure all the finds from the 19th century excavations in and around Athens, it gradually became the central National Archaeological Museum and was enriched with finds from all over Greece. Its abundant collection, with more than 11,000 exhibits, provides a panorama of Greek civilization from the beginnings of prehistory to late antiquity. The museum is housed in an imposing neoclassical building from the end of the 19th century, which was designed by L. Lange and remodeled by Ernst Ziller. The vast exhibition space, numerous galleries on each floor accounting for a total of 8,000 square meters, houses five large permanent collections. For example, the Collection of Prehistoric Antiquities, which includes works of the great civilizations that developed in the Aegean from the 6th millennium B.C. to 1050 B.C. (Neolithic, Cycladic and Mycenaean) and finds from the prehistoric settlement at Thera. The Sculptures Collection shows the development of ancient Greek sculpture from the 7th to the 5th centuries B.C. with unique masterpieces. The Vase and Minor Objects Collection, which contains representative works of ancient Greek pottery from the 11th century B.C. to the Roman period, also includes the Stathatos Collection, a corpus of minor objects from all periods. In the Bronze Collection, you'll find many fundamental statues, figurines and minor objects. And finally, you'll see the only Egyptian and Near Eastern Antiquities Collection in Greece, with works dating from the pre-dynastic period (5000 B.C.) to the Roman conquest.

Discover the highlights of Athens, along with the city’s best kept secrets, on a private 5-hour tour. The half-day adventure is perfect for travelers who like the flexibility to customize their sightseeing experience without worrying about the details. Visit the Temple of Zeus, Roman Agora, Acropolis, and much more in private transportation. Along the way, your guide provides immersive commentary and insider tips for the rest of your Athens vacation. Get the personalized experience of a private tour Travel comfortably in all-inclusive transportation Customize the itinerary to suit your interests See the top sights of Athens in just five hours Visit the heart of Athens and the city's highlights in just 5 hours! However you may ask "Why should I buy this tour or how is this different from others?" Simply because everything you get from this tour is VALUE FOR TIME, as it saves time for you to do other things for the rest of the day and VALUE FOR MONEY since everything you'll need, such as your meal, is included. The tour is a combination of a walking tour in the old city to take pictures and create memories, and a ride to the classic monuments. Other than the most popular attractions that you'll visit, I'll also bring you to the special places and things that makes Athens great. You'll be able to see more sights than other travellers! Explore Athens in the best way possible! During your half day tour we will visit the Acropolis Hill and the surrounding monuments like Propylea, the Temple of Athena Nike, Erechteion, Karyatides and The Parthenon. Afterwards we will drive to Mount Lycabettus, the highest point of Athens and then to the Panathinaic Stadium, the first stadium of the first Modern Olympic games. Driving down to the Presidental Palace, the Megaro Maximou, the Hellenic parliament, the National Technical University of Athens and a drive through the narrow streets of Plaka full of charming homes. We will visit the Temple of Zeus, the biggest temple ever built in Athens and the Athens National Archaeological museum. Then we will drive to the Monastery of Daphni, which is protected by UNESCO and was built in the Byzantine period. And lastly we will go to a local restaurant for a meal, which I will provide. Please take note that I'm not a certified tour guide so I can not accompany you into the archeological areas, I can only provide historical information from outside.

On a private excursion with your family, your friends, or even the company that you will create especially for this purpose, you will see the most important sights of the Greek capital. On your way you will visit the Acropolis to admire the wonders of the classical era, the Parthenon and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus. Afterwards, you will see the Panathenaic Stadium where the 1st modern Olympic Games took place and will continue to Syntagma Square and a tour throughout the classical buildings-jewels of the city. Next stop is the Archaeological Museum, and the continuation will be in the historic center of Athens which is full of life, with many options for food and drink (food/drink are at your own expenses and are not included in our price). Throughout the tour, the driver will provide you with useful information both about the history of each region but also for its modern reality. The minivan which will take you to these marvellous places is wheelchair accessible, as well as the points of interest.