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The Relaxed Athens Iconic Highlights Full Day Private Tour

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Overview

See all the iconic sights of Athens in just a day, on this relaxing hassle free tour by private vehicle. Hit ancient highlights, including the Acropolis, the ancient Agora of Athens, and the Acropolis Museum. Learn all about Greek culture from your driver, watch the changing of the guard, explore scenic Plaka, and shop the Monastiraki Flea Market.

What's Included

  • Culinary Gift
  • Skip the line Tickets [Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora]
  • Bottled water
  • Meal
  • Gratuities
  • Licensed Tour Guide inside the Archaeological sites
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We pickup from all hotels/accommodations in Athens. For Airport or Airport area pickup/drop off there is extra charge.

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Acropolis

Our tour starts with the hill of Acropolis . On the historical hill, you will have the opportunity to see the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the monumental gateway (Propylaea), the Erechtheum and of course the famous Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Propylaea (pass by)

Propylaea is the monumental entrances to the sacred area dedicated to Athena, the patron goddess of the city. Built by the architect Mnesicles with Pentelic marble, their design was avant-garde. To the south-west of the Propylaea, on a rampart protecting the main entrance to the Acropolis, is the Ionian temple of Apteros Nike.
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Erectheion (pass by)

Temple of Poseidon and Athena, the strangest and most sacred place in ancient Athens.
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Tempio Di Athena Nike (pass by)

Temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike or Wingless Victory.
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Tempio Di Zeus Olimpio (pass by)

After the Acropolis, we will head towards the Temple of Zeus, the biggest temple in antiquity, devoted to the King of the Gods, by way of Hadrian's Arch.
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Panathenaic Stadium (pass by)

We will visit Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.
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Lykavittos (Mount Lycabettus)

then as we move into the historical center of the city we will drive up the highest hill of Athens, Lycabettus Hill, where you’ll have the best panoramic view of the city, from the hill of Acropolis to the Aegean Sea.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ancient Agora of Athens

Ancient Greek Agora which is considered the birthplace of democracy, philosophy and free speech.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Temple of Hephaestus (pass by)

In the ancient Greek Agora, you will visit the Temple of Hephaestus (the best-preserved temple in Greece standing largely as built) devoted to the God of blacksmiths and volcanoes.
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Museum of the Ancient Agora (pass by)

In this small but important museum you will see findings from Ancient Athenians' daily life and learn about their constitution.
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Syntagma (pass by)

Next driving alongside the National Garden, we will see the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is today Parliament House, above the central square of Athens, Syntagma. The square is named after the Constitution that Otto, the first King of Greece, was obliged to grant after a popular and military uprising on 3 September 1843.
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Tomba Del Milite Ignoto

We will see the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is today Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.The Hellenic Parliament, in Greek known as Voulí ton Ellínon is the parliament of Greece, located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square in Athens. The Parliament is the supreme democratic institution that represents the citizens through an elected body of Members of Parliament.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (pass by)

The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is the largest state institution of higher learning in Greece, and among the largest universities in Europe. The splendid Athens University was designed by the Danish architect Christian Hansen and completed in 1864.
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The Academy of Athens (pass by)

The Academy Building constitutes one of three parts in an “architectural trilogy”. It was founded with the Constitutional Decree of March 18th, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts.
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National Library of Greece (pass by)

The National Library of Greece was built at the end of the 19th century, as the last of the Architectural Trilogy of Athens, a group of three neoclassical buildings which also includes the Academy and the University. The building was designed by Theophil Hansen.
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Kolonaki

You will be feeling hungry by now, so our next stop is going to be a Greek tavern with the authentic Greek dishes at Kolonaki.Please contact us in case of food allergies or dietary restrictions
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Monastiraki (pass by)

Historically old neighborhood of Athens with flea market.
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Acropolis Museum

As you enter the museum grounds, look through the plexiglass floor to see the ruins of an ancient Athenian neighbourhood, which were artfully incorporated into the museum design after being uncovered during excavations. This dazzling modernist museum at the foot of the Acropolis’ southern slope showcases its surviving treasures still in Greek possession. While the collection covers the Archaic and Roman periods, the emphasis is on the Acropolis of the 5th century BCE, considered the apotheosis of Greece’s artistic achievement. Built in 2009, this museum was voted as the best mono-thematic museum for 2019.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Plaka

If you don't want to enter the Acropolis Museum, you can walk at the traditional neighbourhood with the narrow and picturesque streets, that is known as the neighbourhood of the Gods.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The total duration includes the travel time.
  • "Operated by a business"

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Relaxed Athens Iconic Highlights Full Day Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Skip the line Tickets [Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora]
  • Bottled water
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  • Licensed Tour Guide inside the Archaeological sites

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