ATHENS TOURS
Athens Private Tours
ATHENS TOURS, it is worth living! Every traveler deserves to visit Athens at least once in their lifetime. It can be YOU! Indulge yourself or your loved ones in the unique experience of becoming part of history. Don’t be a mere viewer, RELIVE THE HISTORY of ATHENS and GREECE!
Explore THE ACROPOLIS HILL the Masterpiece of the Classical era and THE PARTHENON which is UNESCO Monuments of World Heritage. Explore the birthplace of Democracy and Justice. Tour in Athens with experienced driver / guide and find out why ATHENS is your New Destination!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
The city offers monuments of historic, archeological, religious and cultural interest such as: The hill of Acropolis, the Parthenon, Erechteion, Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Supreme Court Hill, Philopappou Hill, Lycabettus Hill, The Herodeion Theater , Dionysus Theater, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Arch of Hadrian, Panathenaic Stadium, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Old town ‘Plaka’, Monastiraki (Flee Market), New Acropolis Museum, National Archaeological Museum, National Library, University and Academy, Parliament, Old Palace, Constitution Square, Change of the Guard, Byzantine churches, the Jewish Museum and the Synagogue.
Do you want to live the experience? Do you want to be a part of history?
DESCRIPTION
Athens, whose history starts around 3200 BC., is one of the most ancient cities of the world. It has been the capital of Greece since 1834 and it is the biggest city. Throughout the centuries, the city was besieged by Romans, Francs, Venetians and Ottomans, who wanted to conquer its fame and glory.
Ancient Athens was originally a settlement on the hill of Acropolis before developing into a powerful city-state which progressed parallel to its port during the 6th century BC. Although in Modern Greek the name is used in singular “Athena”, the name in foreign languages follows the Ancient Greek name of the city which was in plural ‘Athenae’ as it constituted a settlement of scattered boroughs of Attica, which according to the legend were unified by the mythical king Theseus.
During the classical era, Athens was the center of arts, knowledge and philosophy. It is referred as the birthplace of Democracy and it is characterized as the cradle of Western civilization. The heritage of the classical era is still evident in the city, represented by ancient monuments and works of art. The most famous of all, the Parthenon, is considered an exquisite monument of the ancient Western civilization. The Mars Hill (Areios Pagos) is the place where the virtue of Justice was born. The theater of Dionysus, considered the oldest in the world, is a cultural jewel. There is also a number of exceptional Roman and Byzantine monuments.
The New Acropolis Museum and the National Archeological Museum, considered the best in the world having the widest collection of Greek antiquities, are regarded as worldwide known museums.
The old town of Plaka with its narrow alleys and the Ancient Market, which was the center of the town, offers superb sightseeing. Also, the Flee Market in Monastiraki, where people wander, is quite interesting. The hill of Lycabettus offers a panoramic view of the city and a beautiful sunset with a view of the Aegean Sea.
Sites of the more recent era, dating back to the establishment of Athens as capital of the independent Greek state in 1834, include the Greek Parliament (19th century) and a trilogy of adjacent monuments: the National Academy of Arts, the Library, the University.
Contemporary Athens is the center of economic, industrial, political and cultural life of Greece. It hosted the first modern Olympics in 1896 and 108 years later organized the Summer Olympics in 2004. The city feels proud of its contribution to civilization since it features UNESCO Monuments of World Heritage such as the Acropolis and the Mediaeval Monastery of Dafni.
The gastronomical delights of the traditional cuisine, which have travelled through time and raised generations, will offer you savor and aroma of Greece. The city having indescribable pictures of the locals, neoclassical houses and the local market remained unforgettable to photography lovers
DURATION
MY GREECE TOURS has specialized professional drivers / guides who turn sightseeing into an unforgettable experience. They skillfully succeed in completing the sightseeing of Athens from a few hours to a whole day. Usually, it lasts about 5 to 8 hours. During this time, we put every possible effort to visit as many places as possible. Ideally, a 3-day stay would offer the best possible experience. In any case, comfortable clothes, a camera and good mood are the necessary elements.
Tailor-Made tour
The tour is tailor-made according to your needs and based on the place and time of pick up. Sightseeing in Athens could be incorporated as part of a multi-day excursion.
Included
- Professional English-speaking local driver / guide
- Vehicle according to the number of the passengers as SEDAN or SUV, MINIVAN, MINIBUS.
- Our guide will support you to obtain the tickets during the Athens Tour.
Not included
- Admission to museums and archaeological sites
- Food or drinks
Extra Service
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide, expert on the local history and culture, will accompany you if you want to visit sites and museums.
CHARGE
Charges are shaped according to services and they depend mainly on the following factors:
- Number of Visitors
- Duration of the tour (e.g. Half or Full day or Multi-day tour)
- Pick up and drop off point (e.g. hotel, airport, port)
- Additional services (e.g. Licensed Tour Guide)
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