Athens Full Day Private Tour

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Duration:8 hours (approx.)
Location: Athens, Greece

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Embark on an enchanting full-day journey through Athens, guided by your own private chauffeur. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring remnants of ancient history as you behold the majestic ruins of the Acropolis and the Temple of Zeus. Witness the timeless tradition of the Changing of the Guards, savor the pinnacle of traditional Greek cuisine, and leisurely wander through the lively Plaka district.
This exclusive tour invites you to delve into the embrace of the world's most illustrious heritage-a city revered by both gods and mortals. Athens, the captivating capital, resonates with the echoes of a rich civilization. Seize the opportunity to merge our top-notch services with one of your most cherished life experiences. Your professional and experienced driver will seamlessly pick you up from your chosen location and ensure a comfortable return at the end of an unforgettable day. Elevate your exploration of Athens to an extraordinary level with our tailored premium experience.

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1. Acropolis
The Acropolis,which dominates the center of modern Athens,was the ancient city's most important and majestic sanctuary,dedicated primarily to its patron goddess,Athena.
2. Theater of Dionysus
Dionysus' Theater or Dionysus' Theater Elefthereos is the most important known open-air theater in ancient Athens and is regarded as the world's first theater.It was about 3 meters above the temple and was part of Elefthereos' sanctuary.Dionysos was the main venue for Attic drama because it hosted the Great Dionysia,Athens' largest theatrical festival.
3. Herod Atticus Odeon
The magnificent Odeon of Herodes Atticus was the final great structure constructed in antiquity in the Acropolis area.It was a typical Roman amphitheater from imperial times,with a capacity of at least 5,000 people.The monument was renovated in the 1950s and has since hosted cultural events, mostly in the context of the Athens Festival.
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A particular main entrance going into the inside is a common feature to religious locations.It was customary in ancient Greek architecture for any significant religious site to have a primary gate.This major gateway,the Propylaia,has taken on a unique significance in Acropolis.It is neither only a gate going into the sacred area,nor is it only an architectural appendage to the main temple complex.The Propylaia play an exquisite and one-of-a-kind role.They represent the magnanimous nature of the Athenian Acropolis.This is why,rather of being a simple gate,the Propylaia is magnificently built as a complex and harmonious public monument.
5. Parthenon
Parthenon is known as one of the most significant cultural places in the world as a permanent icon of ancient Greece,democracy and Western civilization.It began in 447 BC and work on building in just nine-year period (the season record) and in 438 BC,was finished. The task of embellishment began in 438 and finished in 432 BC.
6. Temple of Athena Nike
A temple dedicated to Goddess Athena and Nike on the sacred rock. It was built approximately 420 BC and is the first full ionic temple in the Acropolis.
7. Erechtheion
An exquisite edifice with special attributes and architectural form on the north side of the Acropolis rock.According to legend,it was here that Poseidon and Goddess Athena battled for the city's name.
8. Temple of Olympian Zeus
It's also called the Olympeion or Temple of Olympian Zeus and builted in honor of the father of gods, Zeus who was living at the Mt Olympus summit.
9. Arch of Hadrian
The Hadrian's Gate in Athens is a Roman arch.It was created in honor of him during his stay in 131 AD and provides entrance to the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
10. Panathenaic Stadium
One of the most important cultural monuments in Athens and in Greece in general is the Panathinaiko Stadium.It is otherwise known as Kallimarmaro and survives to this day in very good condition.As it is mentioned in its name,at this stage the goddess Athena was worshiped and for this reason competitions were organized in her honor every year.As a project it was completed before the 6th century BC,but in its final form with the precious marble it arrived after a long time.
11. Changing of the Guard Ceremony
The Evzones execute the renowned "changing of guard" on Syntagma,in front of the Unknown Soldier monument,every hour.Two Evzones come in front of the monument of the Unknown Soldier to take the place of their colleagues.The Evzones who until then stood motionless guarding the monument,start an impressive gait by stretching their limbs which is a great spectacle.The same steps are followed by the Evzones who are going to replace them.When the show,which lasts about 15 minutes,is over,the Evzones stand still to guard the monument while their tired colleagues return to their barracks to rest.
12. Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
The monument of the Unknown Soldier is used as a reference point and tribute to the dead Greek soldiers on the two national celebrations of Greece of 25/3/1821 & 28/8/1940
13. Hellenic Parliament
The Greek Parliament is a timeless icon that is part of greek cultural memory today.The structure has evolved,altered,and updated through the years.
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Syntagma Square is one of Athens' most central squares,and possibly the largest in the city center.
15. National History Museum (Old Parliament)
This building intimately connected with Greek history and served as the Greek National Assembly's first permanent place.
16. The Academy of Athens
The country's most prestigious research institute was created in 1926 and is supervised by the Ministry of Education.The main building of the Academy is a notable landmark in Athens.
17. National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Established in 1837,it is not only Greece's first university,but also the Balkan peninsula as well as an eastern Mediterranean.
18. National Library of Greece
It was created by the Danish architect Theophil Hansen as part of his famed Trilogy of neo-classical structures,which also included the Academy and the University building of Athens.
19. Mount Lycabettus
The hill was a rock that the goddess Athena was carrying in her hands and it fell to her in Athens when she heard the bad news that a crow carried to her.At the top of Lycabettus,adorned with the church of Agios Georgios,you will see Athens and the Saronic Gulf.
20. Ancient Agora of Athens
Ancient Agora was the focal point of public life.On several times,the wide open area drew the attention of the Athenians.
21. Museum of the Ancient Agora
The Museum of the Ancient Agora exhibits a selection of discoveries among the hundreds that have been discovered over the previous 80 years and are related to the functioning of the institutions of the Athenian Republic.
22. Plaka
Plaka is Athens' oldest and most scenic neighborhood,having been inhabited since antiquity and continuing to this day.The gods' district,as it is known,is reminiscent of old Athens,complete with antiques,and Byzantine churches.It is a venue where you may enjoy authentic flavors from Greece.Have a nice meal!
23. Monastiraki
Monastiraki means "small monastery" in Greek,as a major monastery originally existed in the neighborhood's main square.
24. Acropolis Museum
The Acropolis Museum,one of the most important in the world,houses finds exclusively from the Athenian Acropolis and its slopes.The collection spans the Archaic and Roman epochs.

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Posted By : Jerri_B
This was a fantastic day tour for our group of 12! Our guide (I never understood his name) was fantastic and offered to take pictures of us multiple times and took us all around the city, telling us about all the major landmarks. He was very knowledgeable and friendly and made the day great! If Viator tracks down our guide, he deserves a raise! (From the Birsinger Family and group)
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Posted On : 2024-06-02 06:51:54

Posted By : 99pinkc
Great time in Athens with amazing guide driver Nasos, WCA. Our guide was friendly, professional and knowledgeable. The tour is a must if you have a short time in Athens and want to taste the city as a Traveler ( not as a tourist, As our driver said). You will visit the most important spots in a way it is more enjoyable despite the heat and the lines which you will beat as you are on good hands with a seasoned guide. Nasos made our time very special. Don’t hesitate to book with them.
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Posted On : 2024-06-02 04:17:44

Posted By : David_R
Dem was very professional and was extremely knowledgeable of all aspects of Greek culture and history. It was nice to have an air conditioned car to relax in between historic venues.

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Posted On : 2024-06-01 12:06:36

Posted By : Edward_B
My wife and I had an excellent day with our tour guide Nasos. He was very knowledgeable about all of the sites within Athens that you would want to see. He timed our visits to the Acropolis and other sites so that we were ahead of the crowds and not in the midday heat. He brought samples of local treats along the way so we felt like we were truly experiencing Athens as a local would. We were in a modern air condition Mercedes that had cold water and charging options for our phones. I would recommend requesting Nasos for your tour as he did an excellent job.
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Posted On : 2024-05-31 13:04:25

Posted By : Mike_K
Dem was our driver and was great. Made sure we saw exactly what we wanted and had great information and suggestions during a full day together.
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Posted On : 2024-05-29 02:08:07

Posted By : Judith B
Bill (VZ) was absolutely a pleasure. He was extremely knowledgeable and an excellent driver. In the busy streets of Athens, he made the drive low key. He also adapted the day to our needs and preferences. We watched the changing of presidential guard which was fascinating. We also hit all the top sites with plenty of time and understanding of what we were visiting. Highly recommended
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Posted On : 2024-05-28 09:30:40

Posted By : 745angelw
Our day with Aris was an absolute joy! He made it so easy and low stress to see the city during our short time in Athens. We enjoyed feeling well informed but also having time to independently enjoy the sights with Aris close by to help if needed. It was also a huge bonus to be picked up at the cruise port and dropped off at the airport hotel. Thanks for everything Aris!
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Posted On : 2024-05-27 22:54:01

Posted By : Renee_C
Bill was great and helpful as I had hurt myself on my left leg in London before getting to Athens. I was able to walk much of our tour but he let me know that there was an elevator at the Parthenon so that I didn't have to walk all those steps up since I wan't walking very well w/my pulled muscle. Then we got to see other sites that were closer and get a pic at the Olympic Stadium and a great lunch at the restaurant he liked and so did WE!!!! Would take this tour again and with all his help and information of the history of the city and places we saw.
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Posted On : 2024-05-27 11:38:12

Posted By : jaikishina2022
Our guide Panos picked us on time and left us to view all the major spots. He was polite and very knowlegable about the city. He was on time and very concerned about our well being and was flexable enough to accomadate our touring experience.
We highly recommend him for future trips.
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Posted On : 2024-05-26 10:55:03

Posted By : Dennise_R
The history, the ability for the men to build this over 2600 years ago. Amazing. The fact that some designs are still easily seen, and nature hasn't taken them.
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Posted On : 2024-05-25 12:58:02