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The 15 Best Tours in Athens and Beyond

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A long weekend or a fortnight, Athens gives you the same problem: one rock, a dozen day trips and only so many mornings. These 15 are the days that earn their place, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath.

Athens: Acropolis & up to 5 Archaeological Sites Combo Pass - Ancient Agora: the civic heart below the hill
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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 choose a pass for one or all five additional sites: the Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Aristotle’s School, and Panathenaic Stadium. Use the app to manage extra-site tickets, explore at your own pace, or add an English-speaking guide or audio tour.

“very cool to see up close and there's a lot around the area to look at, great views as well”

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Athens: Acropolis Ticket with Optional Audio or Live Guide - From the Theater of Dionysus to the Parthenon
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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

Enter the Acropolis with a date and time specific mobile ticket, then explore the Theater of Dionysus, Parthenon, Erechtheion, and more. Choose a self-guided audio tour or, where offered, a live guide. Guides such as Petros, Yolanda, and Chrysa have led tours here.

“Easy to use and the audio tour a great option to walk around at your own pace. Good value for money and the Acropolis itself amazing”

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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour - From the Theater of Dionysus to the hilltop
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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

Join a licensed English-speaking guide for a 3 to 4 hour walk across the Acropolis and through the Acropolis Museum. See the Theater of Dionysus, the Parthenon and the original Caryatids. Guides such as Jason, Chrysa and Giota are praised for clear storytelling. Ticket options vary, so check what your booking includes.

“Jason was quite an engaging guide, bringing the sites alive. Well done!!”

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Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip - The Athenian Riviera from the bus window
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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

Take a 5.5-hour bus trip from central Athens to Cape Sounion, where the Temple of Poseidon stands above the Aegean. An English-speaking archaeologist guide shares history and mythology on the ride, then you have about 1.5 to 2 hours to explore independently. The €20 site ticket is extra, and sunset depends on the weather.

“Had an amazing experience & met a lot of great people. Would definitely recommend this to anyone. Sunset was blocked by clouds but it was still beautiful nonetheless.”

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Athens: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour - Theatre of Dionysus: where the visit begins
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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

Join a local licensed guide for a 2 to 3.5-hour walk up the Acropolis, from the Theatre of Dionysus to the Parthenon. Headsets help you follow the stories amid crowds, and the views take in Athens’ hills and ancient sites. Past guides have included Eva, Dory, Maria, and Victor. Choose carefully between options with and without entry tickets.

“The guide was excellent. Regrettably I didn’t get his name but I think it was “Panos” (short for a long Greek one lol). His English was excellent and he was an engaging story teller. The only issue is it’s very busy but that is not the tour’s fault - we went at 5:30pm and I would recommend that (not only for the heat but the “golden hours” for photos!) I definitely recommend this tour.”

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All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included - The long, scenic 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 aboard a wooden sailing ship from Piraeus, with free time in Agistri and Aegina, a swim stop near Moni or Metopi, and a Greek buffet with drinks. The crew has included Sam, Mo and Elizabeth, though crew members may vary. Central Athens pickup is available if selected.

“Best experience ever! It was fun and relaxing. Food on the yacht was the best we have aten during our trip.”

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Athens, Piraeus, and Coastline: Blue Hop-On Hop-Off Bus - Orange Line: Athens beyond the Acropolis
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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 a two-day ticket to connect central Athens with Piraeus and the Athenian Riviera on four bus lines. Ride past the Acropolis, Plaka, and the Panathenaic Stadium, then head to Glyfada or Vouliagmeni for beaches and lakeside scenery. Audio commentary comes in 16 languages; attraction entry is not included.

“Great way to explore Athens and bonus having an extra day. We did Athens line first day and Coast line the next. Apart from the traffic coming back into the city it was overall a good experience. Thankful the bus had a rooftop and air conditioning”

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Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens - Seeing Varvakios Central Market at work
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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

Walk central Athens with a local food leader, stopping for six food tastings and a visit to Varvakios Central Market. Expect koulouri, pies, meze, souvlaki, Greek coffee and loukoumades, with wine and tsipouro for adults. The tour is described as private, lasts about 3.5 hours and starts and ends in Monastiraki.

“Fun, very informative of the Greek cuisine and all the food tasting were delicious. Our tour guide, Dorela, was excellent. We enjoyed all the food. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Athens. Come hungry since you will get a lot of food!!”

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Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide - Walking among Poseidon’s columns
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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

Take a five-hour coach trip from central Athens to Cape Sounion, with a short photo stop and about 90 minutes at the Temple of Poseidon. An audio guide is available in six languages, while an escort handles the ride and practical details. The sunset is a highlight, but clouds, wind, and crowds can shape the visit.

“Grieselda our guide truly cared for us to be safe and have a quality experience. She made extra efforts to recognize us and communicate with us”

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Athens: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Acropolis, Plaka and the ancient centre
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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 audio commentary in 13 languages and optional Piraeus and Riviera routes. Choose a 24, 48 or 72-hour pass, then hop off near the Acropolis, museums, gardens, beaches and harbour stops. Attraction admission is separate, and the Riviera and Piraeus routes have limited departure times.

“This was one of the best Hop On Hop Off bus services. The audio was clear, and all the audio port were operational. The audio was carefully coordinated with the stops. There was an individual at each stop to answer necessary questions. We’ve done Hop On Hop Off buses in Paris and Rome. Our Rome experience was mediocre at best (different company). We didn’t use any bus service in Spain or Portugal for the above reason, so we were pleasantly surprised at the wonderful service from this company.”

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From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch - Hydra: stone lanes, old houses, and time to wander
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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 about 12 hours sailing from Athens to Hydra, Poros, and Aegina, with free time ashore and a buffet lunch on board. Expect open decks, multilingual escorts, and audio guides in seven languages. Optional excursions and hotel transfers may be available for an extra charge. Guides on some departures include Georgina, Ewa, and Katarina.

“the boat trip was brillant a will do a again staff were realy nice few hik ups but nothing two bad the food they put on was awful it was cold an nothing worth eating that needs looking at two be fair other than that was a great day one for your buckit list”

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Athens: Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour - Walking the Delphi archaeological site
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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

Ride from Athens to Delphi with a live English- or Spanish-speaking guide, then explore the Temple of Apollo, ancient theater and museum, including the Charioteer statue. The day also includes a break in Livadia and lunch-time free hours in Arachova. Guides have included Marianna, Michael and Nikos, though your guide may vary.

“Great trip, amazing tour guide Michael kept us entertained the whole 10 hours! Loved Delphi ruins and the museum as well. Great thing was we were given 1,5 hour in the city of Arachova so we could explore a little bit and also eat lunch in one of the taverns there (we had no lunch option so I don’t know if the provided one was good or not). Overall great experience! Recommend 🫶🏼”

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Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour - Plaka is your chance to slow down on foot
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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

A private chauffeur collects you at an Athens address, the airport, or the cruise terminal and drives you among ancient sites, neoclassical landmarks, and city viewpoints. Expect local commentary rather than a licensed guide inside monuments. The tour includes drinks, snacks, baklava, and Greek lunch if you select the lunch option. Guides named by past participants include Sebastian, Paddy, George, and Dallas.

“Sebastian was our guide in Athens. What a wealth of knowledge as he effortlessly delivered the history of this amazing city. Personally I was humbled by the amount of information he delivered with accuracy & a little humor. Our group of six would encourage spending a few hours with Sebastian!”

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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour - From the Theater of Dionysus to the hilltop
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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

Meet your English-speaking archaeologist-guide at Porinou 5 for a walk up the Acropolis’s south slope, past ancient theaters and temples to the Parthenon and Erechtheion. Then visit the Acropolis Museum, where statues, everyday objects, and the glass-floored Slopes Gallery add context. The tour takes 2 to 4 hours; choose carefully whether your booking includes Acropolis entry tickets.

“Anna was such a great tour guide. She was very enthusiastic and considerate! Also very thorough in knowledge of everything and anything we had questions for. The 4 hour tour sounded quite daunting but it was so intriguing that it didn’t feel long at all. If ur interested in Ancient Greek history at all this would be an amazing and educational experience. I learned so much it was so much fun and once again Anna was so great! (Should give a raise) would love to do it all again.”

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Athens: Acropolis Ticket with Audio Guide - Timed entry helps, but doesn’t erase the queue
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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

Set your Acropolis Hill time slot after booking, then explore at your own pace with an offline audio guide in seven languages. Optional tickets add the Acropolis Museum or other archaeological sites. There is no live guide or transport between stops, so bring water, headphones and a charged phone.

“It took us a minute to find the location based on the meet up points provided in multiple apps, but overall a good nice and easy approach to visiting the Acropolis. Just note, if you pick the 4pm time slot, they close down at 4:55pm, so make sure you go thru at a decent pace! Nice to have done it on our own, def. Recommend!”

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