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Athens Full Day Private Tour

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Overview

Explore Athens in a private, full-day experience that brings together heritage, comfort, and local knowledge. Visit the Acropolis, Panathenaic Stadium, and other significant landmarks, guided by a professional driver who offers thoughtful insights.
Enjoy a relaxed pace, a personalized route, and the freedom to discover the city without the limits of fixed itineraries or group constraints. This tour is designed for travelers who value authenticity, seamless organization, and unforgettable moments.

Full-day private Athens tour with knowledgeable local driver

Custom itinerary with flexible timing

Private air-conditioned vehicle with pickup and drop-off

Authentic experience suited to all group types

What's Included

  • English-speaking drivers with deep historical knowledge. Not certified to accompany you to any site.
  • Transport by private air conditioned vehicle
  • Pick up & drop-off: Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port
  • Acropolis & Ancient Agora Tickets are organized by us and paid directly to the driver on the day.
  • Lunch
  • Licensed Tour guide upon request and depending on availability
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup Locations: We offer pickup from any location within a 15 km radius of Athens city center, including Piraeus Port. If your hotel is outside this area, we will contact you upon receiving your booking to inform you of any additional cost.Port Pickup: At Piraeus Port, your driver will meet you at the ship’s terminal with a sign showing your name. They’ll also reach out ahead of time to make meeting easy.Hotel Pickup: For hotel or accommodation pickups, your driver will meet you at the entrance. They’ll also reach out as soon as they arrive.Airport Pickup: Upon arrival at Athens International Airport, your driver will be waiting in the arrivals hall with a sign displaying your name for easy recognition. Please provide your flight number so we can track your arrival and be at the correct terminal. They’ll also contact you as you land to ensure a smooth and easy meeting.Luggage Assistance: Our drivers are happy to help with your luggage, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience.

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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.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Teatro Di Dioniso

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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Propylaia

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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tempio Di 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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Erectheion

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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tempio Di Zeus Olimpio (pass by)

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.
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Arco Di Adriano (pass by)

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.
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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.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tomba Del Milite Ignoto

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
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hellenic Parliament (pass by)

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 (pass by)

Syntagma Square is one of Athens' most central squares,and possibly the largest in the city center.
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National History Museum (Old Parliament) (pass by)

This building intimately connected with Greek history and served as the Greek National Assembly's first permanent place.
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The Academy of Athens (pass by)

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.
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National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (pass by)

Established in 1837,it is not only Greece's first university,but also the Balkan peninsula as well as an eastern Mediterranean.
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National Library of Greece (pass by)

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.
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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.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Monastiraki (pass by)

Monastiraki means "small monastery" in Greek,as a major monastery originally existed in the neighborhood's main square.
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Plaka (pass by)

Wander through the charming alleys of Plaka, the oldest neighborhood in Athens. Nestled at the foot of the Acropolis, it’s a lively blend of neoclassical architecture, quaint shops, and cozy tavernas.
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Koukaki

This is the perfect moment to slow down and enjoy a delicious lunch, savoring authentic Greek flavors while soaking in the timeless atmosphere of old Athens
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Athens Full Day Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Athens Full Day Private Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • English-speaking drivers with deep historical knowledge. Not certified to accompany you to any site.
  • Transport by private air conditioned vehicle.
  • Pick up & drop-off: Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port.
  • Wifi, Bottled water, USB charger.
  • Skip the lines to purchase tickets.
The following is NOT included:
  • Acropolis & Ancient Agora Tickets are organized by us and paid directly to the driver on the day.
  • Lunch.
  • Licensed Tour guide upon request and depending on availability.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Athens Full Day Private Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Athens Full Day Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • English-speaking drivers with deep historical knowledge. Not certified to accompany you to any site.
  • Transport by private air conditioned vehicle
  • Pick up & drop-off: Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port
  • Wifi, Bottled water, USB charger
  • Skip the lines to purchase tickets
  • Acropolis & Ancient Agora Tickets are organized by us and paid directly to the driver on the day.
  • Lunch
  • Licensed Tour guide upon request and depending on availability

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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