Panorama of Athens in 6 hours
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Athens, Greece
5 to 6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview
Visit the most archeologically important sites in Athens. The Acropolis, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechthion, the Parthenon the theater of Dionysus, the Roman Odeon, and the Areopagus the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were revived in 1896, Then the three buildings of knowledge (the University, the Academy, the National Library) the Parliament building and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
The Lycabettus hill with the panoramic view of Athens and then in the famous Plaka visit the Roman market, Monastiraki with the flea market and at the end lunch in a Greek grill restaurant.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional Drivers with knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.]
- VEHICLE SUV KODIAQ OR MERCEDES E CLASS TAXICAB
- Transport by private air-conditioning Vehicle
- Airport pick up and drop off.
- Food and drinks
- Entrance tickets you have to book on your own we'll send you a link with details.
- Acropolis & Slopes (€30 per person , must be purchased in advance )up to 18 years is free
- Acropolis
- Licensed Tour Guide not included
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup point
What To Expect
Acropolis
The Athens sightseeing tour starts by visiting the imposing naturally fortified hill of the Acropolis. The tour includes a walk that travels the visitors through ancient times in one of the oldest cities in the world, which was considered as the cradle of the western civilization, birthplace of the philosophy, the theatre and the democracy.By passing the monumental gate of Propylaea you’ll see the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechteion and the Parthenon. You will enjoy the panoramic view of Athens and Piraeus port. At the foot of the Acropolis hill you’ll see the ancient theater of Dionysos (the oldest theatre of the world), the Odeon of Herodus Atticus and the Areopagus (Mars Hill).
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Propylaea
The first propylon, or gate, was constructed in the age of Peisistratos (mid-sixth century BC) after the Acropolis had become a sanctuary dedicated to Athena. A new propylon, built-in 510-480 BC, was destroyed by the Persians in 480 BC and repaired after the end of the Persian Wars, during the fortification of the Acropolis by Themistokles and Kimon. The monumental Propylaia admired by modern visitors was part of the great Periklean building program. They were erected in 437-432 BC, after the completion of the Parthenon, by architect Mnesikles.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Temple of Athena Nike (Pass By)
The Temple of Athena Nike is a temple on the Acropolis of Athens, dedicated to the goddesses Athena and Nike. Built around 420 BC, the temple is the earliest fully Ionic temple on the Acropolis.
Parthenon
The Parthenon is a temple dedicated by the Athenians to Goddess Athena Parthenos(Vergin), the patron of their city, is the most magnificent creation of Athenian democracy at the height of its power. It is also the finest monument on the Acropolis in terms of both conception and execution. Built between 447 and 438 BC.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Herod Atticus Odeon
The Odeon of Herodes Atticus, known as the "Herodeon
It is a stone Roman theatre structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis of Athens.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Theatre of Dionysus
The Theatre of Dionysus is the oldest open-air theatre in the world. It was here that the most important works of the great playwrights, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, and Aristophanes, were presented.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Temple of Olympian Zeus (Pass By)
The Temple of Olympian Zeus ,also known as the Olympieion or Columns of the Olympian Zeus, is a former colossal temple at the centre of the Greek capital, Athens. It was dedicated to "Olympian" Zeus, a name originating from his position as head of the Olympian gods. Construction began in the 6th century BC during the rule of the Athenian tyrants.but it was not completed until the reign of Roman Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century AD.
Panathenaic Stadium
The Panathenaic stadium provides you with a nice opportunity to learn how an ancient stadium of the 4th century BC was. The stadium doesn't look like an ordinary archaeological site. There are no ruins. This stadium was not rebuilt during modern times. However, in 1896, during the first modern Olympic Games, there were works for the renovation of its marble covering. The work was financed by Georgios Averof. The present-day shape of the stadium is the same as the ancient stadium of the 4th century BC, was.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Change of Guards
Something that is unique to Greece are the Evzones and the Changing of the Guard at the presidential mansion which occurs every day, every one hour.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Erechtheion
The Erechtheion is a temple on the top of the Acropolis. It was designed by the architect Mnesikles and was a complex building constructed in the last twenty years of the 5th century BC. It replaced the ancient Temple of Athena Polias, part of which had been destroyed by the Persians sixty years earlier. The new temple was divided into two chambers: an eastern room dedicated to Athena, which held the goddess’ wooden cult statue; and a lower western room that accommodated shrines of Poseidon-Erechtheus, Hephaistos, and Boutes, the brother of Erechtheus.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mount Lycabettus
Lycabettus hill is the highest point in the center of Athens. Thousands of Athenians and tourists climb up to the top every year to enjoy the view from a height of 277 meters.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (Pass By)
The University of Athens was founded on 3 May 1837 by King Otto of Greece (in Greek, Óthon) and was named in his honour Othonian University. It was the first university in the liberated Greek state and in the surrounding area of Southeast Europe as well.
The Academy of Athens (Pass By)
The Academy of Athens was founded with the Constitutional Decree of March 18th, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts. This building is a copy of the Propylaea of the Acropolis.
National Library of Greece (Pass By)
The National Library of Greece. Founded by Ioannis Kapodistrias in 1832, its mission is to locate collect, organize, describe and preserve the perpetual evidence of Greek culture and its uptake over time, as well as important representative evidence of human intellectual production.
Plaka
The Plaka area is the old historical neighborhood of Athens, is situated under the Acropolis, around the northeastern slopes of the Sacred Rock, between Syntagma and Monastiraki metro stations. Its village-like atmosphere, neoclassical buildings, quaint cafes, souvenir shops, and museums make it a favorite among visitors and Athenians who stroll along its narrow streets. Plaka is visited by hundreds of thousands of tourists around the year.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Monastiraki Flea Market
The biggest, best and most popular flea market in Athens is without a doubt the Monastiraki Flea Market, a shopper’s paradise located right in the heart of Athens, at the legendary Monastiraki Square.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ancient Agora of Athens
The Agora was the heart of ancient Athens, the focus of political, commercial, administrative, and social activity, the religious and cultural center, and the seat of justice.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Stoa of Attalos
The Stoa of Attalos dominates the north side of the slop of the Acropolis and is the main monument and museum at the Ancient Agora of Athens after the Temple of Hephaestus.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Temple of Hephaestus
The Temple of Hephaestus in Athens (also known as Thissio, is among the best-preserved ancient temples in Greece.
It was dedicated to Hephaestus, the Olympian god of fire.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Panorama of Athens in 6 hours?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-166128P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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What is the cancellation policy for the Panorama of Athens in 6 hours?
A:Apr 2025
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).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Bottled water.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Professional Drivers with knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.].
- VEHICLE SUV KODIAQ OR MERCEDES E CLASS TAXICAB.
- Transport by private air-conditioning Vehicle.
The following is NOT included:
- Airport pick up and drop off.
- Food and drinks.
- Entrance tickets you have to book on your own we'll send you a link with details.
- Acropolis & Slopes (€30 per person , must be purchased in advance )up to 18 years is free.
- Acropolis.
- Licensed Tour Guide not included.
Q:
What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Panorama of Athens in 6 hours is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Panorama of Athens in 6 hours will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. 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 2024What's Included
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional Drivers with knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.]
- VEHICLE SUV KODIAQ OR MERCEDES E CLASS TAXICAB
- Transport by private air-conditioning Vehicle
- Airport pick up and drop off.
- Food and drinks
- Entrance tickets you have to book on your own we'll send you a link with details.
- Acropolis & Slopes (€30 per person , must be purchased in advance )up to 18 years is free
- Acropolis
- Licensed Tour Guide not included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
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