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Private Half-Day Sightseeing in Athens

10 Reviews 4.50 out of 5 stars Based on 10 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 90% of reviewers | Athens, Greece

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4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Make the most out of your stay in sun-soaked Athens and let your local driver show you around in a completely customizable tour! Admire the most popular attractions from the comfort of your own private car without worrying about leaving something out. Our drivers are not licensed to accompany you into the sights but are very knowledgeable of the places visited and will provide all the necessary historical information and their local perspective.

The tour can include many interesting stops visitors always enjoy. The famous Acropolis Hill where you can admire the elegant temples of the Parthenon, the Constitution - in Greek Syntagma - Square, where the building of the Hellenic Parliament is located. Take memorable photos from Lycabettus Hill and stroll along Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, explore Plaka, a quaint area developed around the ancient Agora and taste local delicacies in nearby tavernas.

At the end of the ride, your friendly driver will drop you off at your accommodation.

What's Included

  • Hotel Pickup & Dropoff
  • Fuel and Tolls
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Entrance fees for all attractions
  • Beverages and meals
  • Tips and gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals who have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city.Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations.Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.

What To Expect

Museum of the History of Athens University (Pass By)

Propylaia, one of the most emblematic landmarks of the capital city of the Greek state with 3 wonderful neoclassical buildings.
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Change of Guards

The Presidential Mansion and the parliament building is the place to be to see a Changing the Guard ceremony in Athens.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mount Lycabettus

This prominent limestone peak features a cable car, open-air concert venue & panoramic views of Athens. Take memorable landscape photos of Athens!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Acropolis

Wander around Dionysiou Areopagitou street where the Acropolis Museum is located. The most historical street in Athens on the foot of the Acropolis Hill. You have the option to explore the infamous Parthenon, Propylaia, the Erechtheion and the Temple of Athena Nike.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Panathenaic Stadium

The Site of the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now hosting ceremonial events & live music concerts.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Plaka

Plaka with its labyrinthine streets and neoclassical architecture is the old historical neighborhood of Athens, clustered around of the Acropolis. Your driver will show you all its hidden gems!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Syntagma Station (Pass By)

The Hellenic Parliament is located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Constitution Square in Athens.
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Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center is a complex in the bay of Faliro which includes the Greek National Opera, as well as 210,000 m² park.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Our operators are not official tour guides but English-speaking professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you into the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city.
  • For 1–4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Half-Day Sightseeing in 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.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Hotel Pickup & Dropoff
  • Fuel and Tolls
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Personal English-Speaking professional Driver
  • Entrance fees for all attractions
  • Beverages and meals
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Official Tour Guide - Our drivers are English Speaking and very knowledgable of the places visited

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Our operators are not official tour guides but English-speaking professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you into the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city.
  • For 1–4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 5-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 9–12 people: A private minibus will be assigned to your group.

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free Cancellation

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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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).

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