Best of Athens City Tour: First Entry Acropolis Tour, Ancient Agoras & Plaka Walk.

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Highlights

  • See Athens' top sights in only 4 hours.

  • Get to the Parthenon before the day's crowds arrive.

  • Explore the Acropolis with an expert local guide.

  • Skip the line at the Ancient Greek Agora.

  • Enjoy a walk through the historic Plaka neighborhood.

Summary

Enjoy a tranquil moment in the Parthenon before the crowds, marvel at the iconic Temple of Hephaestus, and get lost in the narrow cobblestone streets of Plaka on this tour of Athens' highlights.

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
15
Pricing (From)
Adult (15+): (15-99 years)
€84.00
Child (2-14): (2-14 years)
€79.00
Infant (0-1): (0-1 years)
€0.00
Commentary
English

Why take this tour?

This half-day experience is a great way to pack a lot of history into a small amount of time by immersing yourself in attractions that harken back to the ancient heyday of Athens. You’ll see some of its greatest monuments and explore its most vibrant neighborhood, all in the company of an expert, English-speaking guide. 

Experience Athens’ ancient wonders in a single morning. You’ll see the Parthenon before most of the crowds, take in the treasures of the New Acropolis Museum and explore the streets of the Plaka, all in the company of a local, expert guide.

Your tour starts early so you are among the first through the gates of the Acropolis when it opens. Once inside, You’ll pause at some ancient theaters then head up the hill to see the Parthenon before many of the crowds arrive. Enjoy the view from the top while your guide tells you the history surrounding Athens’ most iconic landmark then continue your Acropolis tour, including the Erechtheum, Monumental Gateway, and more.

Next, you’ll head down into the Ancient Greek Agora to explore the temples and ruins that were once Athens’ civic center, including the jaw-dropping Temple of Hephaestus. Then head into the neighborhood of Plaka - Athens’ most historic and vibrant area, for a city stroll which stops in front of the Roman Agora so you can take in the first ever weather station, the Tower of the Winds.

Your guide will leave you in Plaka with a special gift: a combo pass that you can use within five days to enter 5 of the city’s best attractions, including Hadrian’s Library, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and more.

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What’s included?

  • Skip the line tickets to the Acropolis

  • Skip the line tickets to the Ancient Greek Agora

  • Headsets for groups over 7 people

  • Local expert guide

  • Plaka City Stroll

  • Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour.

  • Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.

Before you go

  • Please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows after tour commencement or departure.

  • At all archeological & museum sites: no drinks (except water) or food is allowed.

  • Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.

Covid Policy

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 72 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted
    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
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Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.

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