Athens/Piraeus: 3-Hour Private Athens Tour with Pickup

Venture to the most important monuments of ancient Greece on this private tour with a driver that can answer your questions about the city. Start with pickup from your accommodation in Athens or your cruise ship in Piraeus. Head to the central square of the capital, Syntagma Square, where you can see the Hellenic Parliament, in front of which stands the Presidential Guard with the Evzones. These elite soldiers wear a traditional uniform with a red cap, a black tassel, and a white shirt. See how they guard the Monument of the Unknown Soldier day and night, and have the chance to witness the changing of the guard and take photos with them. Proceed to University Street, where you can see the Academy of Athens, the National Library, and the University of Athens. Continue to Hadrian’s Gate and the columns of the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Although construction began in the 6th century BCE, it was completed in the 2nd century CE by the Roman Emperor Hadrian. The characteristic gate, built later by the Athenians in his honor, bears his name. End the historical portion of the tour at Panathenaic Stadium was built long before the standardization of athletic venue dimensions in the 6th century BCE. Its horseshoe shape, once accommodated 80,000 spectators in rows of marble seats. Today, the capacity is limited to 45,000. Capture some picture of this stadium which hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 and marks the finishing point of the original marathon. Saving the best for last, visit Lycabettus Hill to get a panoramic view of Athens, the Acropolis, and islands in the Argosaronic Gulf (weather permitting). Return to your accommodation or cruise ship with unforgettable memories of Athens.