Essential Athens: Private Acropolis, Highlights & Food Tour

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About this activity

Discover the essence of Athens in unparalleled luxury. Begin your journey at the majestic Acropolis, where ancient history and breathtaking views unite. Then, marvel at the Academy of Athens, a masterpiece of Neoclassical elegance and cultural heritage. Journey to the vibrant heart of modern Athens, savoring exclusive tastings at Varvakios Agora, the city’s iconic central market. Conclude at “Miran,” indulging in premium tsipouro or ouzo paired with gourmet pastrami, sausages, and smoked delicacies from across Greece. Experience Athens’ timeless spirit and refined flavors in a tour crafted for the discerning traveler.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: SpecialTy Tours - Greece

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–17 years) · Adults (18–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance Fees to the Acropolis
Included: Alcoholic beverages: Drink a ‘Tsipouro’ a Miran with delicacies
Included: Snacks: we will stop at the well-known “Miran”charcuterie, to taste “tsipouro “ or “ouzo” with pastrami, delicious sausages and smoked pork meat from the north or the south of Greece
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: English speaking professional guide

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Tips and Gratuities

Itinerary

Acropolis

one hour Admission included

Our first stop will be the most beautiful, the most ancient and the most imposing monument in the world. The Acropolis. From here we will imagine life in Ancient Greece and we will talk about the life of the people who created the culture
Panathenaic Stadium

20 min

We will visit the Panathenaic Stadium, where the Olympic Games began. The Panathenaic Stadium is a classic and cultural monument of Greece and one of the most important monuments not only for Athens but for the whole of Greece. It is one of our city's most popular tourist attractions and one of Athens' landmarks.
Plateia Syntagmatos

20 min

We will head to Constitution Square (Syntagma Square) in the heart of Modern Athens. We will take pictures of the Evzones. The name Evzones or Evzonoi refers to the members of the Presidential Guard, a ceremonial unit that guards the Greek Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Academy of Athens

30 min

We proceed to visit the most beautiful Neoclassical building in Europe. The Academy's main building is one of the major landmarks of Athens and part of the so-called Trilogy. The organization of the Academy of Athens, whose title harks back to the ancient Academy of Plato, was first established on 18 March 1926.
Kotzia Square

20 min

We will arrive at the Athens City Hall and the Kotzia square, which initially was named Ludovico’s Square, in honor of King Othon’s father (Othon was the first King of Greece).
Stop 6

30 min

We will see Varvakio .... Varvakios Agora (Athens Central Market). This is literally the Grand Central Station of food. Make no mistake; all shops are here, from celebrity chefs to neighborhood grocery store owners

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Albion
Enattica Suites
Zenith Hotel
Athens City Plaza
Athens Odeon Hotel
ZEUS Essence Wyndham Athens Residence
Crystal City Hotel
Apollo Hotel
Titania Hotel
Hotel Minoa
The Editor Athens Hotel
Iniohos Hotel

and 161 more pickup points

Including private pick up and drop off service from/to the hotels in Athens city center, by luxury car (1-2) or mini van (3-6).Pick up and Drop off service available also from / to Hotels outside Athens city center with an additional cost.