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The 15 Best Tours in Athens

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Three days or ten, the shape of an Athens trip is the same: the rock early, the museum in the heat, the food streets after dark, and one long day out of the city. The 15 below are the ones that earn a slot, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath.

Athens: Acropolis & up to 5 Archaeological Sites Combo Pass - The Ancient Agora connects the monuments to ordinary life
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Athens: Acropolis & up to 5 Archaeological Sites Combo Pass

1.Acropolis & up to 5 Archaeological Sites Combo Pass

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 12,619 reviews · from $48Our pick

Book a timed Acropolis visit, then use the app to explore up to five more sites within three days. Expect QR tickets, optional English guiding, audio tours, and stops including the Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Temple of Zeus, Aristotle’s School, and Panathenaic Stadium.

“Unfortunately the official Acropolis website no longer offers the €30 combo pass, so this is the cheapest ticket option you will find to visit the Acropolis + 5 historical sites. This was really easy to use and great value for money. You have to choose a time slot for the Acropolis and slopes when booking this (e.g. if you choose 8-9am you have to enter the site within that hour), but the other sites you can book a time slot nearer to the time. We also found that the time slots aren’t very strict as we managed to enter the Roman Agora 15 minutes early. Once you have visited 1…”

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Athens: Acropolis Ticket with Optional Audio or Live Guide - The Theater of Dionysus Starts the Story
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Athens: Acropolis Ticket with Optional Audio or Live Guide

2.Acropolis Ticket with Optional Audio or Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 11,055 reviews · 1 day

Book a timed Acropolis ticket, enter through the South Entrance, and explore the Parthenon, Theater of Dionysus, Erechtheion, and more. Choose a self-guided audio tour in several languages or a live guide such as Petros, Yolanda, or Elena, then enjoy views across Athens and the Aegean.

“Easy to use, gave good context to the historical sights”

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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour - Starting at the Theater of Dionysus
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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

3.Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9,316 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $40

Walk the Acropolis with English-speaking guides such as Sotos, Jason, Chrysa, Giota, Ioannis, and Julia. See the Parthenon, Caryatids, Dionysus Theater, and Acropolis Museum, with time for photos, breaks, and questions. Choose a shared or private tour, with or without entry tickets.

“a brilliant day. enough time at each part for photos and to look around. great English speaking guide. loved it ithighly recommend. some parts I would say would be tricky for people with mobility issues. having said that there was an elderly couple on our tour who kept up and managed everything so maybe I say this being overly cautious”

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Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip - The meeting point at Metaxourghio metro station
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Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

4.Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8,241 reviews · 5h 30m · from $23

Travel from central Athens along the Athenian Riviera to Cape Sounion, where you get about 1.5 to 2 hours to explore Poseidon’s Temple and watch sunset. Guides such as Lydia, Angelina, and Dimitra add Greek myths and local history. The €20 site ticket is extra.

“Lovely tour, our tour guide was amazing and told us lots of interesting information on our way to Cape Sounion. He also told us the myths relating to it on the way back, he was really engaging. The Temple itself is beautiful and was a spectacular setting to watch the sunset. I would really recommend this tour!”

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Athens: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour - Asklepieion and the practical side of ancient Athens
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Athens: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

5.Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,882 reviews · from $38

Walk from the Theatre of Dionysus to the Acropolis with an English-speaking licensed guide. Hear myths and facts through personal earsets, see the Parthenon, Erechtheion, Nike Temple, and Propylaea, and add Acropolis Museum entry if you choose.

“We loved the tour! Our guide Eva was wonderful. She was so knowledgeable, engaging and kind, and constantly ensured the group were happy. We learnt a great deal and were really pleased we chose to visit the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum with a guide, rather than by ourselves. We would highly recommend this tour.”

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All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included - The long crossing to Agistri
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All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included

6.All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,958 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $180Top rated

Spend about 10 hours sailing from Marina Zea to Agistri, Moni or Metopi, and Aegina. Sam, Mo, Elizabeth, and the five-person crew serve breakfast snacks, a Greek buffet, drinks, and swimming gear. Expect long stretches at sea, relaxed island stops, and a maximum of 49 people.

“Very nice trip. We had a great time. The crew was very nice, hospitable. They were always answering our questions and were eager to inform us about everything. We had a great time snorkeling.”

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Athens, Piraeus, and Coastline: Blue Hop-On Hop-Off Bus - The blue Piraeus line, harbors and the ride to Athens
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Athens, Piraeus, and Coastline: Blue Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

7.Athens, Piraeus, and Coastline: Blue Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 4,849 reviews · 2 days · from $14Best value

Use four hop-on hop-off routes to reach Athens landmarks, Piraeus harbor, Glyfada, and Vouliagmeni. You get recorded commentary in 16 languages, free Wi-Fi, and a ticket valid for two days after activation. Cruise passengers can board near Terminals A, B, or C.

“This was a great way to see Athens. We only had one day and managed to see most of the local sites. Bus was always on time. On board commentary is great too. Enjoyed our time.”

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Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens - Seeing the working market at Varvakios Agora
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Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

8.Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,740 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $87

Meet your food guide at Monastiraki and walk through Aiolou Street, Varvakios Agora, Psyrri, and Athens’ spice quarter. You’ll make six food stops with about 12 tastings, from koulouri and Greek coffee to souvlaki, local wine, tsipouro, and loukoumades. Guides such as Ana, Adele, Tonia, and Maria bring history and food culture together.

“They are not joking when they say come hungry. The food and sights were great. But what made this tour amazing was our guide, Adele. She was bright and friendly. Showed us not only a great time with good food but gave us several insights into Greek culture and history. Eat, Drink, Walk, & Relax. I would recommend the tour to anybody looking for an amazing experience in Athens.”

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Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide - The Athenian Riviera road trip
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Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide

9.Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,521 reviews · 5 hours · from $23

Travel from central Athens along the Athenian Riviera to Cape Sounio by air-conditioned coach. Explore the Temple of Poseidon for about 90 minutes, using an audio guide in six languages, then watch sunset above the sea. Guides such as George, Vasilis, and Sotiris add stories and humor along the way.

“George the guide was funny, charming and nice. Dimi our driver was safe and his bus was very clean and comfortable. Thank you!”

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Athens: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Starting at Syntagma Square
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Athens: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

10.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4,520 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $25

Ride an open-top double-decker through Athens with a 24, 48, or 72-hour pass. Hear audio commentary in 13 languages, hop off near the Acropolis, museums, beaches, and Piraeus, then rejoin the next bus. Add the Riviera and port routes if your ticket includes them.

“This was relaxing and a great way to be introduced to Athens.”

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From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch - Setting out from Kallithea for a day at sea
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From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

11.Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 4,305 reviews · 12 hours · from $154

Spend 12 hours sailing the Saronic Gulf from Athens to Hydra, Poros, and Aegina. You get free time on each island, a buffet lunch with chicken, fish, pasta, and salad, multilingual hosts, open-deck views, and optional hotel pickup. Georgina and Katarina may lead island tours.

“More time in the islands. Perhaps do just 2 islands.”

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Athens: Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour - Leaving Athens and crossing central Greece
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Athens: Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour

12.Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,008 reviews · from $31

Travel from Athens to Delphi with a live English or Spanish guide, exploring the Temple of Apollo, ancient theater, and museum treasures including the Charioteer. Break for coffee in Livadia and spend 90 minutes in Arachova for lunch, local shops, and mountain views.

“Our guide, Dimitrious, was AMAZING! He told basically the whole history of Ancient Greece, told all the important things we needed to know about Delphi and so much more. It was truly a masterclass. We also had time to wonder around Delphi by ourselves, which we always appreciate. The town of Arachova (lunch break) was a jewel. Such a cute little medieval town, we loved it soooo much.”

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Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour - Zappio, Plaka, and the old city
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Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

13.Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,714 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $91

You’ll tour Athens in a private Mercedes with a chauffeur-guide such as George, Paddy, Dallas, or Sebastian. Expect flexible sightseeing at the Acropolis, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Parliament, Panathenaic Stadium, and Plaka, plus Greek lunch, snacks, and hotel, airport, or cruise-port pickup.

“Experience history with a friendly and knowledgeable guide. Sebastian gave us an unforgettable adventure.”

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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour - Starting at the Theater of Dionysus
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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

14.Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,579 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $41

Walk up the Acropolis with an English-speaking archaeologist, pausing at the Theater of Dionysus, Propylaea, Parthenon, and Erechtheion. Then see the Caryatids, ancient daily-life objects, and Parthenon Gallery at the Acropolis Museum. Guides such as Petros, Anna, Demos, and Artemis bring the site to life.

“Elizabeth our guide did a brilliant job explaining the history, archaeology and myths starting with the theaters medical areas, stores, then through the colonnaded gateway to see the Nike temple, Pandroseion and spectacular Parthenon. Then on into the Acrpolis museum where Elizabeth explained the evolution of the statues, we saw the Caryatid sculptures and walked us round the recreation of the Parthenon.”

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Athens: Acropolis Ticket with Audio Guide - Choosing your Acropolis time slot
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Athens: Acropolis Ticket with Audio Guide

15.Acropolis Ticket with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3,575 reviews · 40 minutes - 3.5 hours · from $47

Choose a timed Acropolis entry with self-guided audio tours in seven languages, then add the Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Kerameikos, Temple of Zeus, or National Archaeological Museum. You explore at your own pace, but the booking requires a separate time-slot selection after purchase.

“Audio guides were clear and told good stories in addition to information. The directions between highlights were sometimes challenging and required a little patience to find the next item.”

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