Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens

After pickup from your central Athens hotel or near Syntagma Square, settle into your air-conditioned, Wi-Fi-enabled coach destined for Cape Sounion.

Then, enjoy the scenic drive along the Saronic Gulf, passing beaches and seaside resorts. En route, hear from your guide about Cape Sounion and why it provided the perfect location for the ancient Greek Temple of Poseidon, built on the promontory between 444 and 440 BC. Learn how the temple stands on the site of an older version and acted as a beacon for ancient sailors.

On arrival, admire the white columns perched above the sea and hop out to explore. Wander around the ruins and view the signature of Lord Byron, carved here in the early 1800s.

Absorb the far-reaching views over the Aegean—on a clear day, you can see the Peloponnese—and take photos before your tour concludes at your original meeting point.

• Travel by air-conditioned, Wi-Fi-enabled coach with a guide for added insight
• Ample time to explore the temple and absorb the cliff-top views
• Includes entry fee, city map, and central or hotel pickup and drop-off

Visit the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion from Athens without any worries about car hire or public transportation on this half-day tour. Make the scenic coastal journey by comfortable air-conditioned coach, and learn about the temple’s history from your guide. Then, enjoy ample time to explore the white-marble temple and absorb the cliff-top views across the Aegean. Round-trip transportation from Athens city center or hotel adds extra convenience.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
IMPORTANT: Due to existing Civid 19 protocols please have with your copy of your Vaccination or PCR test
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
French speaking available ONLY on Mon-Wed-Fri-Sat
Very important: Children , students aged 5 to 18 years old must hold passport or ID in order to get the discounted price. Otherwise they will pay entrance ticket to the Archaelogical sites or Museums
Guides allowed only through the mobile App to guide in the archaeological sites and museums
Port or private apartment or airbnb pickup are not available
Mask: is mandatory for clients and staff
Social distancing: Maintain distance of 1.5 meters
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers