Cool Destinations
Top Athens activities
Top Athens landmarks
Beyond Athens
Athens trip ideas
  • Tours by category
  • Tours by accessibility
  • Tours by feature
  • Top Athens landmark tours
  • Tours in nearby places
  • Explore Greece tours
  • Athens travel guides
  • Athens travel calendar
Rewards
Rewards
Wishlist
Login / Sign up
Bookings
Bookings
Cool Rewards My Rewards
$0.00
Cool Rewards My Rewards
$0.00
Wishlists
Wishlists
Profile
Help Center
Language
Log out
Start your search
Change your search
Place or activity
Select Dates

Private Half Day Sightseeing Tour of Athens

2 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor |
Recommended by 100% of reviewers
100% of reviewers gave this experience a rating of 4 or higher.
| Athens, Greece
Book online or call us
Chat now

from $243.55 per group (up to 4)

Lowest Price Guarantee
Private Half Day Sightseeing Tour of Athens Image 1
Private Half Day Sightseeing Tour of Athens Image 2
Private Half Day Sightseeing Tour of Athens Image 3
Private Half Day Sightseeing Tour of Athens Image 4
Private Half Day Sightseeing Tour of Athens Image 5

Loading Options
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 27 (0) days in advance.
Add to Wishlist
4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation
Offered in: English

Overview

Athens is a fascinating city in which the glorious past mingles with the bust of modern life.
You will admire wonderful architecture of the 19th century in buildings like the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Numismatic Museum, the former royal palace in Syntagma square, now the Parliament of Greece, guarded by the ‘evzones’ standing in front of the monument to the unknown soldier.
You will see Roman Athens in the ruins of the temple of Olympian Zeus and Hadrian’s arch.
The gardens of Zappeion Hall and the fine marble stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896, form an attractive part of the city. And most of all, you will visit the Acropolis of Athens, the sacred hill, where the masterpieces of ancient architecture stand.
From there you will enjoy a panoramic view of other hills and important sites of the ancient city, such as the Areopagus Hill, the Ancient agora, the theater of Dionysos as well as a breathtaking view of the whole city.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Tickets to Acropolis site. 30euros per person
  • Acropolis
See 1 moreSee 2 more

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

What To Expect

Book Online

Our secure website provides real-time availability, instant confirmation, and free, no-hassle cancellations up to 24 hours before your tour begins.
Read more

Safe & secure • Easy breezy • Hassle-free

Mount Lycabettus

You have the chance to admire the magnificent panorama of the city from Lycabetus hill at 745 ft. (277 m). Lycabettus stands high above Athens, commanding a clear view across the Attica basin and the Aegean. Facing the viewing platform is Agios Georgios, the tiny white chapel of St. George.
Read more

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Acropolis

UNESCO calls it the symbol of World Heritage.It’ s the symbol of democracy and Greek civilization. It’s the site of four of the greatest masterpieces of classical Greek art – the Parthenon (former temple on the Athenian Acropolis, Greece, dedicated to the goddess Athena) , the Propylaea (the monumental gateway to the Acropolis), the Erechtheum (is an ancient Greek temple on the north side of the Acropolis of Athens  which was dedicated to both Athena and Poseidon) and the Temple of Athena Nike.
Read more

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hellenic Parliament

You will see the shift change of the guards (evzones) in front of the Greek parliament and the memorial of the Unknown soldier.
Read more

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Presidential Mansion

The Presidential Mansion is the official residence of the president of the Hellenic Republic. It served previously as the Royal Palace until the abolition of the monarchy by the 1973 referendum. The Presidential Mansion in Athens is considered to be one of the best examples of neoclassicism in town planning.
Read more

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Academy of Athens (pass by)

Admire the Academy of Athens that stands on the far-right end of the Athenian Trilogy complex. Its construction lasted a little less than three decades, from 1859 to 1885. Its impeccable design with the use of Pentelic marble has made the building a world-renowned monument, widely considered to be one of the best examples of neoclassical architecture on the globe. In front of it, you’ll get the chance to marvel at Socrates and Plato, the most important philosophers in Greek history, on each side of the building.
Read more

Panepistimio (pass by)

The Univercity of Athens or Panepistimio is decorated at the inside by a colossal 45-meter mural that is both extravagant and pompous. At the entrance of the building, you’ll see five different statues of five different but equally important men in the shaping of Athens as a modern capital city. From left to right, the statutes depict philhellene William Ewart Gladstone, the scholar Adamantios Korais, the first governor of Greece Ioannis Kapodistrias, politician and strategist Rigas Feraios and finally Gregory the Fifth, the Patriarch of Constantinople.
Read more

National Library of Greece (pass by)

Admire the National Library of Athens, constructed during the last decade of the 19th century with the purpose of preserving the intellectual heritage of Greece. Its building features a splendid blend of Doric elements, minimalist aesthetics, and simple, straight lines that create a beautiful contrast with the impressive Renaissance-style staircase that leads up to the entrance. Parts of the National Library of Athens were built with the famous white Pentelic marble, the same material that was used in the construction of some of the city’s most important monuments that date back to the 5th century like the Parthenon and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus. Until recently, in 2017, the National Library was in charge of safeguarding, preserving, and exhibiting over 2 million books, manuscripts, and periodicals.
Read more

Zappeion (pass by)

The Zappeion is a large, palatial building next to the National Gardens of Athens in the heart of Athens. It is generally used for meetings and ceremonies, both official and private and is one of the city's most renowned modern landmarks.
Read more

Panathenaic Stadium

The only stadium in the world built entirely of marble. The Stadium hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896
Read more

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Show 8 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operated by a business

Frequently Asked Questions

(6)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Half Day Sightseeing Tour of Athens?

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

Cancellation Policy

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

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-384802P4

Reviews

5.00
2 reviews

Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor

5 stars
2
4 stars
0
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0

Loading Options
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 27 (0) days in advance.
Athens Tours
Attractions
Guides
Calendar
View more

Similar Tours & Activities

Delphi One Day Tour
5.0 (3)

Delphi One Day Tour

Drive through the fertile plain of Beotia, crossing the towns of Thebes connected with the tragedy of Kind Oedipus- Levadia and Arachova (where we will...

10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
from
$147.40
Luxury Private MiniVan Arrival Athens Piraeus Port to Athens City
5.0 (1)

Luxury Private MiniVan Arrival Athens Piraeus Port to Athens City

Why spend your precious time waiting in long shuttle or taxi lines. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style from Athens Piraeus Port to your...

25 minutes • Free Cancellation
25 minutes • Free Cancellation
25 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$110.35
A Vegan Friendly Food Tour Of Athens
5.0 (4)

A Vegan Friendly Food Tour Of Athens

• Taste 10+ local products at some of the most popular vegan spots in Athens • Fruit shakes are included • Meet at a very...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
from
$129.88
Athens Private Full Day Tour
4.5 (6)

Athens Private Full Day Tour

See Athens’ main attractions with your own private group on a full-day city tour. With a knowledgeable driver, you’ll visit the Acropolis of Athens and...

8 to 9 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
8 to 9 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
8 to 9 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.5 (6)
from
$485.47

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Athens Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis visit
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
5.0 (3,351)

Athens Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis visit

See the sights of Athens in this fun and easy 9km journey by regular or electric bike. During this 2.5 hour relaxed pace tour on...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3,351)
from
$35.80
Acropolis of Athens and Acropolis Museum Tour
4.8 (893)

Acropolis of Athens and Acropolis Museum Tour

Delve into the fascinating world of Ancient Greece on a 3-hour walking tour of the Acropolis of Athens and the New Acropolis Museum. With an...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (893)
from
$59.78
Athens Acropolis and Parthenon Walking Tour
4.7 (1,279)

Athens Acropolis and Parthenon Walking Tour

On this Acropolis tour, your local licensed guide will guide you through the most amazing monuments of Athens in approximately 2 hours. You will visit...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,279)
from
$41.63
Athens & Acropolis Highlights: Greek Mythology Small-Group Tour
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
4.8 (2,107)

Athens & Acropolis Highlights: Greek Mythology Small-Group Tour

**Smallest group size in Athens!** History & Myth meet in Athens! Discover the greatest landmarks of Athens & their surrounding myths! Enjoy a unique mythological...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (2,107)
from
$57.45

Frequently Asked Questions (6)

Activity name

The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.

Filter by:

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Half Day Sightseeing Tour of Athens?
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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Private transportation.
  • WiFi on board.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
The following is NOT included:
  • Tickets to Acropolis site. 30euros per person.
  • Acropolis.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Private Half Day Sightseeing Tour of Athens is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Half Day Sightseeing Tour of Athens will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024

What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tickets to Acropolis site. 30euros per person
  • Acropolis

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operated by a business

Protecting you

Activity name

For your protection and stress-free bookings, use our secure platform to pay for bookings. EURODIRECTIONS

Report Product Issue

Activity name

Language
Currency

Site Settings

Activity name

Currency

Activity name

Lowest Price Guarantee

Activity name

We guarantee the lowest price on all the tours available to book on our site. We'll refund the difference if you find the exact tour cheaper online until 48 hours before your tour starts.

We Make It Easy!

Gather your information

Locate your Cool Destinations Booking Number and the proof of the lower price you found.

Send it to us

Email priceguarantee@mybookings.zendesk.com with the documents, your name, and your home address.

We'll review

We'll review your materials and get in touch as soon as possible.

Receive your refund

If everything checks out, we'll refund you the price difference.

Refund Terms & Conditions

The following conditions apply to all lowest price guarantee refund requests:

  • The lowest price guarantee is available to any customer who makes a qualifying purchase through our website. The qualifying purchase must be a minimum of US$20 (or equivalent).
  • The lowest price guarantee covers retail and prepaid rates available to the general public. This does not include discounts or promotions you may receive (or be eligible for) from third-party sites or organizations such as AAA or AARP or special offers made as part of a membership program, corporate discount, daily deal, group, or rewards program.
  • Cool Destinations promotions cannot be combined with the lowest price guarantee.
  • If you find a lower retail or prepaid rate for the same tour, offered on the same date, time and priced in the same currency as your original purchase, on any other website between the time you book on Cool Destinations and 48 hours before your trip starts, we will refund the difference.
  • The lowest price guarantee does not apply where a lower overall price is found by breaking down the purchased tour into one or more parts sold separately.
  • Cool Destinations reserves the right to verify the lower price details. Examples of acceptable forms of verification include a web screenshot or a web address.
  • All refund decisions will be made at the sole discretion of Cool Destinations.
Activity name

Free Cancellation

100% refund
No refund

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).

Sorting, ranking, and search results

Activity name

Cool Destinations wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through Cool Destinations over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.

Cool Support

Ask us anything!

Activity name

Cool Robot

Choose an option

Activity name

or

Cool Rewards Terms & Conditions

Activity name

Cool Rewards

  • Cool Rewards is a loyalty program operated by Cool Destinations. Rewards may be earned by any eligible person holding a Cool Destinations account, subject to the Cool Destinations customer Terms of Use.

Earning rewards

  • Rewards can be earned by making bookings on the Cool Destinations website. You will be able to see the value of the rewards you can earn during the booking process.
  • Earned rewards will be issued in a pending state and will move to a confirmed state 24 hours after the start time of the experience.
  • Earned rewards will be available to redeem once they are no longer in a pending state.
  • For bookings that are moved to a different travel date, the rewards will be redeemable after the amended travel date.
  • If a booking where rewards were issued is canceled, the earned rewards will not be redeemable and will be moved to a canceled state.

Redeeming rewards

  • To redeem rewards, you must be logged into your Cool Destinations account.
  • Any available rewards will be automatically applied the next time you make a booking, and their value will be deducted from your order at checkout, unless you choose not to apply them, which requires you to indicate this via the toggle switch. Bookings made using rewards are subject to the standard Cool Destinations Customer Terms of Use.
  • You will not be able to redeem only a portion of your available rewards at checkout. It is only possible to redeem all or none of your available rewards.
  • There is no minimum order value required to redeem your rewards. This means that you can pay for 100% of your order with rewards.
  • Rewards are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash.
  • If rewards are redeemed against a booking that is canceled or refunded, the rewards will be reissued to your account.

Miscellaneous

  • You can check your Cool Destinations account to see the rewards you have collected at any time. You are responsible for ensuring that your rewards balance is correct.
  • We reserve the right to modify these Cool Rewards Terms and Conditions at any time, with or without notice, including the rules for earning and redeeming rewards. Any changes will be reflected in the updated Terms and Conditions.
  • We reserve the right to terminate the Cool Rewards program and cease issuing any further rewards on future bookings. All pending and available rewards balances will be honored.
  • By earning and redeeming rewards, you agree to these Terms and Conditions, as well as any subsequent changes made to them.