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The Best of Athens Tour: Top Sights and Attractions

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Do you want to explore Athens and see the top sights and attractions with someone to guide you? This is the ideal sightseeing tour for those who want to visit the best places in Athens, stroll around the most scenic areas and learn interesting facts for one of the most historical cities around the world. During this 3-hour walking tour, you will see Athens' most iconic landmarks, visit some of the city's most picturesque neighborhoods and finally discover some of the hidden gems of the city only locals know.

Highlights of the tour:

• See everything the city has to offer in just 3 hours
• Enjoy stories and interesting facts from a local guide
• Visit off-the-beaten-path places
• Experience Athens like a local

What's Included

  • Useful tips & recommendations for food and entertainment
  • Guidance of a local expert
  • Hotel pick-up / drop-off
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Ermou
Pl. Sintagmatos 1, Athina 105 63, Greece

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End point

Dionysiou Areopagitou 15
Athina 117 42, Greece

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Hellenic Parliament

Find out the story behind one of the main landmarks of Athens while you admire the Greek evzones, some of the most iconic figures of the city.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

National Garden

Stroll around this green oasis, the largest and probably the best park in the city.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Presidential Mansion

Walk through one of the most iconic streets of Athens, where the residences of both Prime minister and President of Greek Democracy are located. They are both considered architectural gems of Athens.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Panathenaic Stadium

Visit the birthplace of the Modern Olympics! The place where the revival of the most famous athletic event took place back in 1896.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Zappeion Conference & Exhibition Center

Check one of the most beautiful buildings of Athens and see the vibrant frescos on the ceiling while you learn interesting facts.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Plaka

Explore the most beautiful neighborhood of Athens, the old city with its picturesque alleys and blue/white houses.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pnyx

A great spot for bird-eye views of the city!
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Acropolis Museum

Our finishing point in front of one of the most famous museums in the world.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Best of Athens Tour: Top Sights and Attractions?

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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What's Included

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  • Useful tips & recommendations for food and entertainment
  • Guidance of a local expert
  • Hotel pick-up / drop-off
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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