Express Athens City Tour

Express Athens City Tour 2h

This 2-hour tour through Athens offers a quick yet enriching glimpse into the city’s ancient and modern marvels. We’ll visit four main stops: the Acropolis, the historic Plaka neighborhood, Syntagma Square, and the Panathenaic Stadium. Along the way, we’ll pass key landmarks including Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Greek Parliament, the National Gardens, the Zappeion, and Lycabettus Hill for stunning views.

This two-hour excursion in Athens provides a comprehensive immersion into history, culture, and the vibrant pulse of the modern city. Have a great trip!

2 Hours

Duration

100€
1-4 people
December 2024
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Express Athens City Tour 2h

1st Stop 15 Minutes (Outside of the sight)

Acropolis

Acropolis Begin your exploration at the world-renowned ancient Acropolis, the top archaeological site globally. Discover the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, and the Theatre of Dionysus while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of the city.

1st Stop 15 Minutes (Outside of the sight)

2nd (Pass By)

Temple of Zeus

You will have the opportunity to see the temple of Zeus

2nd (Pass By)

3rd (Pass By)

Arch of Hadrian

The Arch of Hadrian in Athens, built in 131 AD, symbolizes the city’s transition from Greek to Roman influence.

3rd (Pass By)

4th (Pass By)

Syntagma Square

Here, we can view the Greek Parliament and the square, bordered by some of Athens’ most renowned hotels.

4th (Pass By)

5th Stop 15 Minutes

Tomb of Unknown Soldier

Hellenic Parliament – Syntagma Square Conclude your journey with a visit to the Hellenic Parliament at Syntagma Square. Admire the architecture of the building and the surrounding square, symbolic of modern Athenian political life.

5th Stop 15 Minutes

6th (Pass By)

National Library of Athens

Athens’ National Library of Greece holds extensive collections of rare manuscripts, historical documents, and books, showcasing the nation’s rich cultural and literary heritage.

6th (Pass By)

7th (Pass By)

The Academy of Athens

The Academy of Athens, Greece’s leading research institution, upholds academic excellence, advances scientific knowledge, and promotes innovative research while preserving classical traditions across various disciplines.

7th (Pass By)

8th (Pass By)

National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece’s oldest university, is renowned for its research and education, offering diverse programs and making substantial contributions to scientific and cultural progress.

8th (Pass By)

9th Stop 15 Minutes

Panathenaic Stadium

We’ll pause for photos at the Kallimarmaro, or Panathenaic Stadium, the site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.

9th Stop 15 Minutes

9th Stop 10 Minutes

Lycabettus

Lycabettus Hill, towering 300 meters above Athens, Greece, stands as a beacon of natural beauty and historical importance. This prominent hill provides sweeping views of the city’s vast landscape, the sparkling Aegean Sea, and timeless ancient ruins.

9th Stop 10 Minutes

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