Athens And Cape Sounio Private Full Day Tour From Athens

The Acropolis of Athens and its monuments are universal symbols of the classical spirit and civilization and form the greatest architectural and artistic complex bequeathed by Greek Antiquity to the world. In the second half of the fifth century bc, Athens, following the victory against the Persians and the establishment of democracy, took a leading position amongst the other city-states of the ancient world. In the age that followed, as thought and art flourished, an exceptional group of artists put into effect the ambitious plans of Athenian statesman Pericles and, under the inspired guidance of the sculptor Pheidias, transformed the rocky hill into a unique monument of thought and the arts. The most important monuments were built during that time: the Parthenon, built by Ictinus, the Erechtheon, the Propylaea, the monumental entrance to the Acropolis, designed by Mnesicles and the small temple Athena Nike.

Admire the wonder of Athens, the magical Acropolis, the Erechtheion, and walk down Dionysiou Areopagitou street, the most ancient street of them all. Pass by and visit the Acropolis Museum and let your local guide take you to the best photo spots.

The wonderous Site of the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now hosting ceremonial events & live music concerts. This magnificent venue is made of Athenian marble and can host more than 60.000 spectators.

Take the most memorable landscape photos of Athens! This prominent limestone peak features the best panoramic views of Athens.

Admire the palace of King Othon at Syntagma square and admire the Athens Guards. Located in the lively center of Athens, Syntagma square hosts the iconic Hellenic Parliament building.

The Presidential Mansion and the parliament building is the place to be to see a Changing the Guard ceremony in Athens.

Propylaia, is one of the most emblematic landmarks of the capital city of the Greek state with 3 wonderful neoclassical buildings(The academy of Athens ,National Library of Greece, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens)

Taste traditional souvlaki and wander around Plaka with its labyrinthine streets and neoclassical architecture. Plaka is the old historical neighborhood of Athens, clustered around the Acropolis. Your driver will show you all its hidden gems!

In the heart of modern Athens, its streets pulsating with traffic, stands an enormous open space bordered by trees and shrubs – the Olympieion – a tranquil archaeological park where earth and sky seem to meet, linked by massive marble columns stretching upward, marking the temple of Olympian Zeus. Once inside the entrance of this age-old sanctuary, visitors are treated to a taste of nature, an extraordinary ancient ruin on a super-human scale and one of the area’s most inspiring views of the temple-topped Acropolis.

A small brackish-water lake fed by underground currents seeping through the mass of Mount Hymettus. The Lake is a mineral spa that is reported to have many healing properties for such ailments as eczema and dermatological diseases, neuralgia, headaches, disfiguring arthritis, chronic gynecological diseases, lumbago, sciatica and other problems. The lagoon formed approximately 2,000 years ago. It was once a large cavern that collapsed following an earthquake. The outline of the collapsed cavern roof can be clearly discerned from a distance. The lake is recognized as a wonder of nature because of its unique appearance and the surroundings.

The majestic Temple of Poseidon is an important landmark and holds significant historical and cultural value. Not only can you explore the historical monuments on site, but the Cape also offers a spectacular panoramic view of the Aegean sea and nearby islands such as Kea, Kythnos, Serifos, and Aigina.