Activity Athens, Greece

Athens by Night Tour

4.7 (40 reviews) 3 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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Acropolis at night — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Parthenon — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Visitors will get a new perspective of Athens and Piraeus on this private night tour that takes guests to some of the city's most important cultural and historical landmarks. Experience the nighttime side of Athens on this private evening tour. It is a relaxed tour perfect for families, couples and companies. Explore main sights of Athens, including the Acropolis, the Parthenon, Monastiraki and more. Explore each place independently and at your own pace. Enjoy use of a private driver and vehicle. Learn the Greek history. A great way to spend a night in a vibrant, exciting city like Athens.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: Greece Athens Transfers & Tours

Ages: Children (0–9 years) · Adults (10–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Hotel/Airbnb/Port/Cruises Terminal pick up and drop off
Included: Transportation with Minibus/MiniVan/Suv/Sedan (it depends on the number of participants)
Included: Bottled water
Included: Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history.
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Airport Pick up & Drop off (Extra charge)

Not included

Not included: The guide driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you at any site/museum.

Itinerary

Acropolis

30 min

Sightseeing in Athens starts driving under the hill of Acropolis. On the historical hill you will have the opportunity to see the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the monumental gateway (Propylaea), the Erechtheum and of course the famous Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena. You will be able to walk around the sacred hill.
Propylaea

Passing by

The Propylaea is the monumental entrances to the sacred area dedicated to Athena, the patron goddess of the city. Built by the architect Mnesicles with Pentelic marble, their design was avant-garde. To the south-west of the Propylaea, on a rampart protecting the main entrance to the Acropolis, is the Ionian temple of Apteros Nike.
Parthenon

Passing by

Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena. The symbol of the Athenian Democracy and the western civilization.
Erectheion

Passing by

Temple of Poseidon and Athena, the strangest and most sacred place in ancient Athens.
Temple of Athena Nike

Passing by

Temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike or Wingless Victory.
Theatre of Dionysus

Passing by

The Theatre of Dionysus Elefthereus is a major theatre in Athens, considered to be the world's first theatre, built at the foot of the Athenian Acropolis.
Herod Atticus Odeon

Passing by

The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a stone Roman theater structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis of Athens, Greece. The building was completed in 161 AD and then renovated in 1950
Stop 8

10 min

We will visit Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.
Temple of Olympian Zeus

Passing by

After the Acropolis, we will head towards the Temple of Zeus by way of Hadrian's Arch and we will admire the biggest temple in antiquity devoted to the King of the Gods.
Arch of Hadrian

Passing by

The Arch of Hadrian most commonly known in Greek as Hadrian's Gate is a monumental gateway resembling—in some respects—a Roman triumphal arch. It spanned an ancient road from the center of Athens, Greece, to the complex of structures on the eastern side of the city that included the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
Hellenic Parliament

5 min

The Hellenic Parliament, in Greek known as Voulí ton Ellínon is the parliament of Greece, located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square in Athens. The Parliament is the supreme democratic institution that represents the citizens through an elected body of Members of Parliament.
Monument to the Unknown Soldier

10 min

We will see the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is today Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.
Academy of Athens

Passing by

The Academy Building constitutes one of three parts in an “architectural trilogy”. It was founded with the Constitutional Decree of March 18th, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts.
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

Passing by

The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is the largest state institution of higher learning in Greece, and among the largest universities in Europe.
National Library of Greece

Passing by

The National Library of Greece was built at the end of the 19th century, as the last of the Architectural Trilogy of Athens, a group of three neoclassical buildings which also includes the Academy and the University.
Plateia Syntagmatos

Passing by

Syntagma Square is the central square of Athens. The square is named after the Constitution that Otto, the first King of Greece, was obliged to grant after a popular and military uprising on 3 September 1843.
Monastiraki

30 min

Monastiraki is a flea market neighborhood in the old town of Athens, Greece, and is one of the main shopping districts in Athens. The area is home to clothing boutiques, souvenir shops and specialty stores, and is a major tourist attraction in Athens.
Bay of Zea

Passing by

After driving 30 minutes from Athens, we arrive to Piraeus city. Bay Zea marina is located in Piraeus and it is one of the finest superyacht marinas in the Mediterranean. A port with great ancient history as it was a Naval base where the fleet of triremes was built. Ruins of the ancient walls of the base can still be found in the marina. The Naval Museum of Greece is also situated in Zea marina.
Mikrolimano

10 min

With view to the Saronic Gulf, island look, moored fishing boats and many restaurants and cafes along it, Mikrolimano feels like a vibrant seascape. It is Mikrolimano, one of the finest places of Piraeus and at the same time one of the most tourist areas in Attica.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meeting point is New Hotel , 16 Fillelinon Athens. The driver will wait you with a signboard with the name of the tour

End point

Meeting point is New Hotel , 16 Fillelinon Athens. The driver will wait you with a signboard with the name of the tour

Pickup points

Foivos Hotel Athens
Alter Athens Hotel
Aether Athens Urban Hotel
The Square Hotel by X&N
Zenith Hotel
Athens City Plaza
ZEUS Essence Wyndham Athens Residence
Apollo Hotel
Titania Hotel
Athens Zafolia Hotel
Athens Ivy Suites
Philippos Hotel

and 583 more pickup points

We pick up and pick off tourists from any hotel or Airbnb in the city of Athens.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
The duration of the tours is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.