Private Athens Tours
one city, thousand adventures
History
Since 1834, Athens has stood as the proud capital of Greece, but its legacy spans millennia. Our Private Athens Tours invite you to explore this historical metropolis, where ancient monuments and classical architecture tell stories of civilization’s birthplace. As the largest and most populated city in Greece, Athens offers an unparalleled journey through time, from the majestic Acropolis to the bustling modern districts. With Velitour’s luxury fleet and licensed guides, experience premium private tours of Athens that bring its rich heritage to life.
06 HRS APPROX.
DURATION
82 KM
DISTANCE
MAX 4 PEOPLE
CAR
MAX 8 PEOPLE
VAN
MAX 18 PEOPLE
MINI BUS
Thisio
The Private Athens Tours begin from the moment you are picked up, starting with a tour of Thissio. Located in the center of Athens, Thissio is one of the most traditional neighborhoods, taking its name from the Temple of Hephaestus. After viewing the temple, we will continue around the hill of the Acropolis until we reach the hill of Philopappos. The hill of Philopappos is a beautiful hill, also known as the Hill of the Muses, containing a stunning view of the Acropolis.
Acropolis Museum
The tour can continue through the Acropolis Museum, where you will get a chance to view a multitude of historical architecture. Next, for our sports fans will be a tour of the Panathinaiko Stadium or Kallimarmaro, the stage that hosted the 1896 Olympic Games.The National Garden
The next stop will be the National Garden, located behind the Greek Parliament building. This garden is beautiful and quiet, full of a variety of rare species of plants and birds. For our nature lovers, this can provide a sense of tranquility and a pleasant breath of fresh air within the busy city center.Zappeion Megaron
Private Athens Tour will continue with the neoclassical building of Zappeion Megaron, one of the most important buildings of Modern Greek history. Next, visiting the Temple of Zeus, a colossal temple. From there, we will drive to Syntagma Square to visit the monument of the Unknown Soldier. Then walk around the picturesque area of Plaka and Anafiotika, a neighborhood of Athens with beautiful houses and alleys that make you think you are on an island.
Monastiraki Square
The tour will end near Monastiraki Square, the heart of Athens! Where we will visit the National Archeological Museum home to thousands of exhibits from Ancient Greece. From there, we will make our way up towards the Acropolis and Parthenon passing along the way: the Erechtheion, the Temple of Caryatids and Propylaea, and the Gate of the Acropolis. The tour will end on the hill of Lycabettus viewing the entirety of Athens.
Thisio
The tour begins from the moment you are picked up, starting with a tour of Thissio. Located in the center of Athens, Thissio is one of the most traditional neighborhoods, taking its name from the Temple of Hephaestus. After viewing the temple, we will continue around the hill of the Acropolis until we reach the hill of Philopappos. The hill of Philopappos is a beautiful hill, also known as the Hill of the Muses, containing a stunning view of the Acropolis. Acropolis Museum
The tour can continue through the Acropolis Museum, where you will get a chance to view a multitude of historical architecture. Next, for our sports fans will be a tour of the Panathinaiko Stadium or Kallimarmaro, the stage that hosted the 1896 Olympic Games.
The National Garden
The next stop will be the National Garden, located behind the Greek Parliament building. This garden is beautiful and quiet, full of a variety of rare species of plants and birds. For our nature lovers, this can provide a sense of tranquility and a pleasant breath of fresh air within the busy city center.
Zappeion Megaron
The tour will continue with the neoclassical building of Zappeion Megaron, one of the most important buildings of Modern Greek history. Next, visiting the Temple of Zeus, a colossal temple. From there, we will drive to Syntagma Square to visit the monument of the Unknown Soldier. Then walk around the picturesque area of Plaka and Anafiotika, a neighborhood of Athens with beautiful houses and alleys that make you think you are on an island. Monastiraki Square
The tour will end near Monastiraki Square, the heart of Athens! Where we will visit the National Archeological Museum home to thousands of exhibits from Ancient Greece. From there, we will make our way up towards the Acropolis and Parthenon passing along the way: the Erechtheion, the Temple of Caryatids and Propylaea, and the Gate of the Acropolis. The tour will end on the hill of Lycabettus viewing the entirety of Athens.The Following are inclunded in any Private Athens Tour
- English speaking driver
- Free Wi-Fi
- Luxury Vehicle
- Pickup services
- Bottled natural water
- All Taxes and fees
The Following are not inclunded in standard Private Athens Tours and are provided for extra
- Entrance fees to archeological sites
- Licenced Tour Guide (you may ask for one at the booking procedure)
- Personal expences
- Meals (launch or dinner)
- Other beverages
- Tips and gradituties (optional)
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