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15 Best Athens Tours In Greece

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The 15 most popular athens tours in Greece, with what each one is really like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.

15 Best Athens Tours In Greece

Athens: Acropolis & up to 5 Archaeological Sites Combo Pass

Athens: Acropolis & up to 5 Archaeological Sites Combo Pass - Timing the Acropolis: choosing your entry slot

Athens: Acropolis Ticket with Optional Audio or Live Guide

Athens: Acropolis Ticket with Optional Audio or Live Guide - Audio on Your Terms vs Live Guide: Choosing the Right Level of Help

Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour - Ticket lines, separate entrances, and what you should actually plan for

3.Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

4.8

Skip lines at the Acropolis and New Acropolis Museum on a 2–4 hour guided tour with expert stories and Dionysus Theater views.

“Very informative, enough information to keep it interesting but not overwhelming with deep facts. Chrysa was friendly and fun, she lead the group brilliantly and her storytelling and explanations were excellent. It was well organised from start to finish. Warning- if taking a child on a child ticket, they may check your passport/ ID for…”

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The Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

The Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour - Start on the south slope: Theatre of Dionysus and the drama connection

Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip - Getting Started at Metaxourghio: Find the Sign, Then Relax

5.Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

4.8

Half-day bus trip from Athens to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon, with sunset views, an archaeologist guide, and great free time.

“The tour guide was a brilliant story teller and knew everything about the temple and wider Greek mythology. We also got free term at the temple to enjoy the sunset and explore either independently or with an audio guide which is very informative. The sunset was magical and was the highlight of my time in…”

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Acropolis: Premium Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Tour

Acropolis: Premium Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Tour - Porinou 5 meeting point: where you start and how fast you get going

6.Acropolis: Premium Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Tour

4.8

Skip-the-line Acropolis and Parthenon guided tour with an expert guide, wireless hearing devices, and optional Acropolis Museum. $40.

“We toured the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum with Iris as our guide and had a wonderful four hours. If we had visited on our own, we probably would have walked through quickly without fully understanding or appreciating the site. Thanks to Iris, the experience was both engaging and informative, especially with the mythological stories…”

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Athens: Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour

Athens: Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour - Meeting Up and Getting Comfortable on the Athens to Delphi Drive

Athens, Piraeus, and Coastline: Blue Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

Athens, Piraeus, and Coastline: Blue Hop-On Hop-Off Bus - Getting on in Piraeus: cruise terminals to the Acropolis stop

8.Athens, Piraeus, and Coastline: Blue Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

3.9

Hop on Athens and Piraeus on four bus lines for 2 days, with 16-language audio, Wi‑Fi, and beach stops along the Riviera.

“Demetri was charming and patient. He told the history of the island in very understandable terms and scattered funny and personal stories along the way. Very nice tour. Would recommend to one seeking a short tour with an historical summary of Mykonos.”

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Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour - The Route in Real Life: 2 Hours, Hill Climbing, and a Manageable Pace

9.Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

5.0

2-hour Acropolis and Parthenon guided walk in Athens with a licensed guide, small group headsets, and optional entry tickets.

“Be prepared for a long but amazing day. Our tour guide, Stelios, was so knowledgeable and passionate about the history of his city”

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Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens - Psyrri and Iroon Square: Meze, Music, and Nightlife-Era Food

10.Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

5.0

Athens Greek food walking tour with 12 tastings across Monastiraki, Central Market, and Psyrri, led by a top local guide. Come hungry.

“This was a marvelous experience. Ana was amazing! Fun to be with, knowledgeable about the areas she took us through and the food/restaurants we ate at. Well worth the time and money spent. We would suggest taking this Tour at the beginning of your stay as she offers many recommendations of where to eat the…”

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Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch - Getting from Athens: the 8:00 a.m. start and real travel time

11.Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

4.7

A long Athens day trip to Meteora: visit 3 monasteries inside, spot all 8 from viewpoints, see Badovas caves, and enjoy Greek lunch.

“Even though the day started with thick fog and we couldn’t see anything at first, this tour was fantastic. Clement was an excellent guide — knowledgeable, friendly, and great at turning the foggy start into something fun and interesting. Once the mist lifted, everything he’d explained made the views even more impressive. Vasilis, our driver,…”

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Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide

Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide - Getting picked up in Athens: locations and how to avoid the stress

12.Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide

4.4

Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon at sunset. Half-day Athenian Riviera drive with audio in 6 languages and great photo stops.

“Good value for money. Modern coach, quite interesting audio guide about places we passed on the way. Arrived in good time for sunset. Beautiful place Long queue for toilets and refreshments”

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Athens: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Athens: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Price and value versus paying for every ticket separately

13.Athens: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

4.3

Hop-on hop-off buses across Athens with English audio in 13 languages, plus optional Piraeus and Riviera beach routes. From $25.

“I love the versatility of being able to see and stay as long as you want it one site. Also, I like the fact that you could just ride and listen to the guy tell you what was coming up along the routes. No suggestions for improvement. Everything was excellent. The staff and drivers were…”

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From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch - The Saronic Gulf Ride: What the Sailing Time Actually Gives You

14.From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

4.1

Sail from Athens to Hydra, Poros, and Aegina with lunch. Sun on deck, free island time, and onboard Greek music and service.

“the trip was excellent. 3 island stops were sufficient for the experience. from pick up to drop off-excellent service. the staff on the ship were remarkable. they paid attention to every detail of each passenger. remembering your favourite drinks, likes, dislikes, etc. it was like personal staff for you alone! felt like this. even though…”

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Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour - Mount Lycabettus, Zappio, and Plaka: Your Fast Intro to Athens

15.Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

5.0

Private half-day Athens by Mercedes with chauffeur pickup, classic sites, Daphni mosaics, and Greek lunch plus baklava.

“Excellent tour, and value for money. Our guide was wonderful too. Lunch in a little family owned restaurant away from the hustle and bustle of the city was awesome! Thoroughly enjoyed it!”

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