Experience only the best of Temple of Poseidon

What to bring

• Bring along your sunglasses, hat, and water bottle for a comfortable experience.
• Wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

Accessibility

• The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
• This experience is pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

• Entry to the Temple of Poseidon is not included in all tickets and must be paid separately at the site, unless you have selected an option with entry included.
• Head to Doukissis Plakentias, Chalandri 152 34, Athens, Greece, where your guide will meet you right outside the Halandri metro station (Blue Line). Arrive at least 10 to 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to ensure a smooth departure.

Inclusions #

• 5-hour tour of Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion

• Round-trip AC coach transfers from central locations in Athens

• English-speaking driver

• English-speaking archaeologist guide (as per option selected)

• Entry tickets to Temple of Poseidon (as per option selected)

• Audio guide in multiple languages (as per option selected)

What to bring

• Bring your own towel for swimming at Lake Vouliagmeni, else you'll have to rent one on site.
• Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
• Budget for meals and the Lake Vouliagmeni and Temple of Poseidon entrance fee as these are not included.
• Swimwear and a change of clothes are recommended for the lake visit.
• Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses are advised for outdoor activities.
• Wear good footwear because visiting Temple of Poseidon does involve a bit of walking.

What’s not allowed

• The experience is not suitable for pregnant women.
• Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
• Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited on the premises.
• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the sites for security reasons.

Additional information

• Pickup is from your hotel lobby or, for Airbnb, at the building entrance after driver contact; airport/port pickups are at arrivals with a signboard.
• The driver is knowledgeable but not licensed to accompany guests inside archaeological sites.
• Itineraries are subject to change due to traffic or operational reasons.
• Showers and changing rooms are available at Lake Vouliagmeni.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Inclusions #

• Small-group experience (max 12 people)

• Hotel or airport pick-up and drop-off

• Air-conditioned vehicle (minibus, minivan, SUV, or sedan)

• Professional English-speaking driver (not a licensed guide)

• Wi-Fi on board

• Phone charger

• Bottled water

• Snack

Exclusions #

• Admission tickets for Lake Vouliagmeni (€16 per person on weekdays and €19 per person on weekends)

• Admission tickets for Temple of Poseidon

• Licensed tour guide inside Archaeological site

• Towels at the lake (bring your own or rent at the lake)

• Meals and drinks

What to bring

Acropolis tour

• Have your passport, ID, and student ID ready for a seamless experience.
• Bring along your walking shoes, a bottle of water, sunscreen, and a hat for comfortable exploration.

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

• Bring along your sunglasses, hat, and water bottle for a comfortable experience.
• Wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

Accessibility

Acropolis tour

• This tour is wheelchair, pram/stroller accessible with appropriate wheelchair routes and elevator facility to reach the Acropolis's top.

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

• The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
• This experience is pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Acropolis tour

• Please note: Your ticket allows you to avoid the 'ticket' line and not the security lines.
• The tour begins at 8.15am only.

Inclusions #

• Entrance fees for the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum & Temple of Poseidon

• Full Day tour with a licensed English-speaking guide for Acropolis and Acropolis Museum.

• Lunch

• Headsets

• Wi-Fi on the bus

• All taxes

Exclusions #

• Hotel pick-up/drop-off service

• Drinks

What to Bring

• Shoes: Please wear comfortable walking shoes to ensure you can enjoy the experience with ease throughout the tour.
• Camera: Do bring your camera or smartphone so you can capture the scenic views at the photo stops.

What’s Not Allowed

• Pets: You are not allowed to bring pets on this tour, so please make alternative arrangements.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair Access: This experience is not suitable for wheelchair users due to the terrain and walking conditions.

Additional information

• Departure times May–Aug: Departures are at 4:30pm from Omonoia, 4:45pm from Old Parliament, and 5pm from Melina Mercouri/Plaka.
• Departure times September: Departures are at 4pm from Omonoia, 4:15pm from Old Parliament, and 4:30pm from Melina Mercouri/Plaka.
• Departure times October: Departures are at 3:00pm from Omonoia, 3:15pm from Old Parliament, and 3:30pm from Melina Mercouri/Plaka.
• Departure times November–February: Departures are at 2pm from Omonoia, 2:15pm from Old Parliament, and 2:30pm from Melina Mercouri/Plaka.

Inclusions #

• Temple of Poseidon entry tickets

• Audio guide in 6 languages

• English speaking escort in the bus

• Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus

• Photo stops

Exclusions #

• Guide at the monument

• Food and beverages

Orange Line: Athens

• First Bus: 8.30am from Syntagma Square, Old Parliament
• Last Bus: 7.30am from Syntagma Square, Old Parliament
• Frequency: every 15 mins
• Popular Stops: Acropolis Museum, Temple of the Olympian, Panathenaic Stadium

Blue Line: Piraeus

• First Bus: 10.45am from Acropolis
• Last Bus: 5.45pm from Acropolis
• Frequency: approx 2 hours
• Popular Stops: Planetarium, Piraeus

Yellow Line: Glyfada

• First Bus: 10am from Acropolis
• Last Bus: 7.10pm from Acropolis
• Frequency: approx 1-2 hours
• Popular Stops: Kosmas Beach, Glyfada Beach

Green Line: Vouliagmeni

• First Bus: 10.38am from Divani Apollon
• Last Bus: 6:20pm from Voula Park
• Frequency: approx 1-2 hours
• Popular Stops: Astir Beach, Kavouri Beach

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points and here for the detailed timetable. Cape Sounion sunset tour

• First Bus: 2pm from Omonoia Square
• Last Bus: 2:30pm from Melina Mercouri Monument

Inclusions #

Athens HOHO bus tour

• 2-day unlimited HOHO pass with a map of the city

• Audio guide in Spanish, Turkish, Chinese, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Portuguese & Russian

• Free Wi-Fi onboard

• Headphones

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

• 5-hour sunset tour

• Round-trip AC bus transfers from Athens

• Pick-up and drop-off from central locations

• Professional guide

Exclusions #

• Entry tickets to attractions

• Lunch

What to bring

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

• Bring along your sunglasses, hat, and water bottle for a comfortable experience.
• Wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

Accessibility

Athens HOHO bus tour

• The buses are wheelchair accessible.

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

• The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
• This experience is pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Athens HOHO bus tour

• Note that from January to March, Yellow and Green Lines are closed.
• Children under the age of 5 years can travel for free.

What to bring

Acropolis & Parthenon

• Have your passport, ID, and student ID ready for a seamless experience.
• Bring along your walking shoes, a bottle of water, sunscreen, and a hat for comfortable exploration.
• Don’t forget to bring your smartphone and headphones, and make sure your phone is fully charged before your visit.

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

• Bring along your sunglasses, hat, and water bottle for a comfortable experience.
• Wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

Accessibility

Acropolis & Parthenon

• The Acropolis has limited accessibility for visitors with mobility challenges. While there is an elevator near the South Slope entrance, its operation is managed entirely by the venue and may not always be available. Contact the site a day before your visit at +30 210 3214172 or +30 210 9238470 to confirm availability.
• Baby strollers are not permitted inside the Acropolis archaeological site due to the site's uneven terrain and lack of suitable storage facilities.

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

• The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
• This experience is pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Acropolis & Parthenon

• After booking, you’ll receive an email with instructions for accessing your ticket and audio tour. If you don’t see the email in your inbox, check your spam or junk folder.
• Download your ticket and audio tour using Wi-Fi before your visit, as the mobile signal on Acropolis Hill can be weak or unreliable.
• To get to the Acropolis, take Metro Line 2 and exit at Acropolis station. Walk along Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, and you’ll see the Theatre of Dionysus on your right.
• The audio tour works on Android (5.0 or later) and iOS smartphones with 100-150 MB of free space. It is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th gen or older, iPad 4th gen, or iPad Mini 1st gen.
• The app and audio guides require around 200-250 MB of space on your device.
• Be prepared for potential wait times as you might encounter long lines at the entrance.
• The Acropolis Museum offers free admission on March 6 (Melina Mercouri Day), March 25 (National Holiday), May 18 (International Day of Museums), and October 28 (National Holiday).

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

• The Temple of Poseidon sunset tour doesn't include entry ticket to the site.

Inclusions #

Acropolis & Parthenon

• Adult entry e-ticket for Acropolis Hill (with an available time slot)

• Entry tickets to Acropolis & Parthenon with audio guide

• Audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish & Chinese

• Offline content (text, audio narration, and maps)

• Athens city audio tour (optional)

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

• 5-hour sunset tour

• Round-trip AC bus transfers from Athens

• English-speaking driver

• Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Russian

Exclusions #

Acropolis & Parthenon

• Athens City audio tour with Chinese option

• Tour guide

• Headphones

What to bring

• Bring your passport, as it is required for entry at certain sites.
• Students and seniors from the EU should bring valid identification to receive discounted entrance fees.

What's not allowed

• Pets are not permitted on this tour.

Accessibility

• The tour is mostly wheelchair and stroller/pram accessible; some areas and archaeological sites may have uneven terrain or steps.
• Infant seats are available upon request, but infants must not sit on laps during the journey.

Additional information

• For port pickups, your driver will meet you at the designated exit of your cruise terminal at Piraeus Port, holding a sign with your name. If your ship docks at Terminal B or C and the exit gate is closed, you will need to take the shuttle bus to Terminal A, where your driver will be waiting.
• Entrance fees must be paid on site; discounts are available for students, children, and seniors from the EU with valid ID.
• The recommended pick-up time is 8 am to help you avoid crowds at major sites.
• The tour duration is approximately 8 hours and 30 minutes, but may extend up to 9-10 hours depending on traffic and site visits.

Inclusions #

• Private full-day Athens and Sounion tour

• Flexible Athens Hotel or Piraeus Port pickup & drop-off

• Scenic coastal drive to Cape Sounion

• Bottled water

• AC vehicle

• Professional drivers (not licensed guides)

• Entry to Acropolis booth

Exclusions #

• Entrance fees to the Acropolis and the Temple of Poseidon

• Lunch

• English-speaking licensed tour guide

• Airport pickup or drop-off