Athens Highlights
Athens Highlights
Tailor Made Luxury Experiences for Greece's Unique Travellers
Athens Highlights Tour: Explore the Heart of Ancient Greece
Discover the Wonders of Athens on a Private Tour
Embark on a memorable Athens Highlights Private Tour to experience the city’s rich history, iconic landmarks, and vibrant culture. This exclusive tour invites you to explore legendary sites—from the awe-inspiring Acropolis to the birthplace of democracy. Whether you’re drawn to ancient monuments or Athens’ modern charm, this private Athens tour is the perfect way to uncover all that this historic destination has to offer.
Begin Your Journey with the Acropolis
Your adventure starts at the Acropolis, the most iconic landmark in Athens. Here, you’ll encounter the timeless Parthenon and other significant ruins, transporting you back to a world where philosophy, art, and politics thrived. In each moment, you’ll feel the power of Ancient Greece’s lasting influence on our modern world.
Athens: The Birthplace of Democracy
Notably, Athens is celebrated as the birthplace of democracy, making it a cornerstone of world history. On this Athens Highlights Tour, you’ll visit key locations where early democratic ideals began. Through the reforms of leaders like Solon and Cleisthenes, Athens reshaped governance, creating a legacy that continues to inspire.
The Golden Age of Athens: A Cultural Hub
During its Golden Age, Athens emerged as a vibrant cultural center. The tour leads you to grand temples, majestic theaters, and other remnants from this transformative period. Additionally, you’ll gain insight into how Athens became a beacon of culture, philosophy, and art, influencing societies far beyond its borders.
A Journey Through Time: The Legacy of Athens
This tour is more than a walk through ancient sites—it’s an immersive journey connecting you with the city’s heritage and modern life. With each site you visit, you’ll uncover how Athens laid the groundwork for today’s world, making this tour an essential experience for anyone drawn to its powerful legacy.
Includes
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 2h English speaking trained chauffeur
- 2h Private luxury vehicle (not a taxi)
- Optional free audio guiding using your smartphone or tablet
- 100% customizable based on points of interest or time spent on each within the total trip time limit
- Free WiFi onboardÂ
- Fuel & tolls
- Refreshment & snack basket in vehicle
- Bottled natural water
- All taxes & fees
Excludes
- Entrance fees to archaeological site
- Entrance fees to museum
- Professional (state-licensed) guide (you may choose at the booking procedure above, guide surcharges of 100€ applied on Sundays and National Holidays (6/1, 27/2, 5-7/5, 15/8, 28/10)
- Personal expenses
- Meals (lunch or dinner)
- Other beverages
- Tips and gratuities (optional)
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Camera Definitely!
- Sunscreen
- Not suitable for pregnant women and people with mobility impairments
Tours can be 100% Customized!
Tips Instyle
Opening Hours
Opening hours from November 1st to March 31th as follows:
Acropolis Archaeological Site:
- From 08:00 till 17:00 [Last admission: 16:30]
Acropolis Museum:
Monday to Thursday:
- From 09:00 till 17:00 [Last admission: 16:30]
Friday:
- From 09:00 till 22:00 [Last admission: 21:30]
Saturday & Sunday:
- From 09:00 till 20:00 [Last admission: 19:30]
Opening hours from April 1st to October 31st as follows:
Acropolis Archaeological Site:
Apr 1 to Apr 30:
- From 08:00 till 19:00 [Last admission: 18:30]
May 2 to Aug 31:
- From 08:00 till 20:00 [Last admission: 19:30]
Sep 1 to Sep 15:
- From 08:00 till 19:30 [Last admission: 19:00]
Sep 16 to Sep 30:
- From 08:00 till 19:00 [Last admission: 18:30]
Oct 1 to Oct 15:
- From 08:00 till 18:30 [Last admission: 18:00]
Oct 16 to Oct 31:
- From 08:00 till 18:00 [Last admission: 17:30]
Acropolis Museum:
Monday:
- From 09:00 till 17:00 [Last admission: 16:30]
Tuesday to Thursday:
- From 09:00 till 20:00 [Last admission: 19:30]
Friday:
- From 09:00 till 22:00 [Last admission: 21:30]
Saturday & Sunday:
- From 09:00 till 20:00 [Last admission: 19:30]
- Athens (Prefecture of Attiki)
- T: (+30) 210 3214172
- Ministry of Culture and Sports Website
- The Acropolis Museum Website
- Wikipedia
Ticketing
Archaeological Site:
- Full : 20 €, increasing to €30 from April 2025
- Reduced : 10 €
Special ticket package, valid for 5 days to all Athens sites
- Full : 30 €
- Reduced : 15 €
Museum
Winter (Nov 1 – Mar 31)
- Full : 10 €
- Reduced : 5 €
Summer (Apr 1 – Oct 31)
- Full : 15 €
- Reduced : 10 €
- All, from November 1st to March 31st
- Citizens of the European Union over 65 years old
- Non EU students of Universities upon ID presentation
- Escorting parents on educational visits
- Escorting teachers
- Parents of families with three or more children
- Persons with disabilities
- Single parent families
- EU Students of Universities upon ID presentation
- The employees of the Hellenic Ministry of Culture
- Tourist guides upon ID presentation
- Young people, up to the age of 18
- Holders of a free pass
- Holders of a solidarity card
- Holders of a valid unemployment card
- Official guests of the Greek State
Holidays
- 1st of January
- 25th of March
- Orthodox Easter Sunday
- 1st of May
- 15th of August
- 25th of December
- 26th of December
-  6th of January 2025
- 3rd of March 2025
- 18th of April 2025 (services available after 12:00 PM)
-  21st of April 2025
-  9th of June 2025
-  28th of October 2025
Free Admission Days
- 6th of March
- 18th of April
- 18th of May
- The last weekend
- 28th of October
- Every 1st Sunday of the month