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Temple of Poseidon tours from Athens
Combo: Temple of Poseidon Sunset Half-Day Trip + Acropolis & Parthenon Tickets
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Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION5 hours
START POINT
This experience involves pick-up from various locations. You can choose your pick-up location in the next steps.
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Acropolis
3 attractions
Tickets included
With your audio guide, explore the Acropolis complex, the 2,500-year-old wonder towering over Athens. It once housed a massive Athena statue and even survived explosions, looters, and earthquakes.
Highlights
1. Parthenon
Tickets included
Initially painted in bright reds, blues, and yellows, the Parthenon has been standing tall since 447 BCE. Check out its columns that look straight, but actually have a slight curve to counteract optical illusions.
2. Odeon of Herodes Atticus
Tickets included
The Odeon of Herodes Atticus was built by a wealthy Greek-Roman, Herodes Atticus, in memory of his wife. It now hosts epic concerts, even Elton John has rocked this stage!
3. Theatre of Dionysus Eleuthereus
Tickets included
Step into history at the Theatre of Dionysus, where Greek legends took the stage! Some original stone seats still exist today, meaning you can check out where Athenians did 2,500 years ago!
2
Cape Souinon
1 attractions
Glide along the Athens Riviera in a comfy bus, taking in sea views as your guide shares legendary tales. At Cape Sounion, witness the ruins where Athenians worshipped gods and enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the Aegean Sea.
Highlights
Temple of Poseidon
Tickets not included
The Temple of Poseidon stands tall over the Aegean, where sea rituals were once hosted. Your guide will reveal facts like its perfect alignment with the Parthenon and how Lord Byron carved his name here.
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Two iconic Greek sites, one great price—explore ruins by day and watch a legendary sunset by night.
- Everything you get at Acropolis & Parthenon: Get access to the Acropolis, including the Parthenon, Theatre of Dionysus, and Odeon of Herodes Atticus. A multilingual audio guide adds rich historical context as you explore at your own pace.
- Everything you get at Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion: Enjoy a 5-hour guided sunset tour from Athens with round-trip AC bus transfers, an English-speaking driver, and audio guides in six languages to bring the myths of Poseidon to life.
- Why choose this combo: This combo ties together ancient temples, mythology, and epic views—perfect for history lovers chasing Greece’s timeless stories in one curated experience.
Two iconic Greek sites, one great price—explore ruins by day and watch a legendary sunset by night.
- Everything you get at Acropolis & Parthenon: Get access to the Acropolis, including the Parthenon, Theatre of Dionysus, and Odeon of Herodes Atticus. A multilingual audio guide adds rich historical context as you explore at your own pace.
- Everything you get at Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion: Enjoy a 5-hour guided sunset tour from Athens with round-trip AC bus transfers, an English-speaking driver, and audio guides in six languages to bring the myths of Poseidon to life.
- Why choose this combo: This combo ties together ancient temples, mythology, and epic views—perfect for history lovers chasing Greece’s timeless stories in one curated experience.
Inclusions
Acropolis & Parthenon
- Acropolis & Parthenon entry tickets
- Access to Odeon of Herodes Atticus
- Access to Theatre of Dionysus Eleuthereus
- Athens City & Plaka audio guide in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish
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
Acropolis & Parthenon
- This experience is accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers with the availability of additional routes and facilities.
- The audio tours are not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Mini 1st generation.
- The app and audio guides require around 200-250 MB of space on your device.
Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion
- The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
- This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Hernan
May 2025Verified booking
The package is worth it, especially because it includes the entrance to the Acropolis and watching the sunset at the temple of Poseidon is beautiful. What I think is confusing is the beginning of the tour. We waited at the appointed place 15 minutes before our time and no one showed up. Then we went to exchange tickets and entered the Acropolis but we missed the first part of the tour.
Jacqueline
May 2025Verified booking
The electron tickets were very easy to use. Great communication. The Acropolis was a great day out and getting round Athens on the open top bus made it easy to go everywhere. We went around the city and down the coast.
Toni
May 2025Verified booking
Crow de were very busy and slow at 9am, hear at that point was extremely hot. Doesn't seem to be any real procedure in place to deal with the crowds.
ARAUJO
May 2025Verified booking
The pick-up points were clear, uncluttered and precise, so there was nothing to report on that score. The sites we visited were magnificent and well worth the detour - and the weather was just right too 😍. The only negative point was the temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion. We had the (less pleasant) surprise to discover, once there, that we had to add €20 from our own pocket to gain access to the site. This point should be mentioned more clearly in the advert! Having said that, our guide was adorable, which helped us get over the hump 😊. In conclusion: a great day out, definitely worth doing again! But the details regarding entrance fees really should be better specified, for example: "Tickets for the temple of Poseidon are not included." Thank you for a memorable experience.
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John
May 2025Verified booking
We arrived just before 8am and were a little disappointed that there was already a huge queue. However once the gates opened at 8, the pre-ordered QR codes were read really quickly and everybody got through the gates very efficiently. By the time we left there were a lot of people coming in, many from cruise ships so earlier was definitely better.
DEBASHIS
May 2025Verified booking
The climb was not that tough what I had thought.The audio guide was very helpful through which came to know the history of Parthenon and Acropolis
Henar
May 2025Verified booking
The highlight of my visit was how big and well preserved it is. If it is true that they let a lot of people pass and you do not enjoy it with the place deserves, it had to be more limited capacity.
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Esther
May 2025Verified booking
It was even more impressive than we could have anticipated. Of course it was crowded, but not to the extern that you couldn't take pictures without herds of people in it. The uphill walk wasn't too bad, and the cleanliness of the surroundings stood out.
Maurizio
May 2025Verified booking
Visit to the Acropolis without any problems. Trip to Cape Sunio for the Temple of Poseidon very well organized, audio guide in Italian interesting and well detailed along the way. Staff efficient and knowledgeable. Perhaps the price of the ticket to see the Temple could be included in the package, it would be a useful element of clarity.
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Annie
May 2025Verified booking
I loved being on our own pacing , we listened and replayed the guide tour when necessary , we don't have to rush to keep up with everybody , we're very relaxed thus enjoying each moment .
Sophie
May 2025Verified booking
Interesting tour. Slightly wrong gps point for the meeting point. It would be better to mention that this is the main entrance.
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Ramiro
May 2025Verified booking
Excellent experience. The place is impressive, both the historical heritage and the landscape that is enjoyed at the same time.
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ABRAHAM
May 2025Verified booking
Rightly priced and a good tour of the city on hop on buses. The bus to the coast was hourly and the stops were not marked, waited long to get a bus ack to city after a visit to the coast. Acropolis visit was as expected, quite busy with a big crowd waiting to enter. Overall enjoyed the trip. As we brought the tickets online we did not get a headphone to hear the commentary on the bus which was less satisfactory.
Riikka
May 2025Verified booking
The Parthenon was crowded, as expected. The Cape Sounion trip was excellent: great quide with positive energy. Beautiful views from the Temple of Poseidon. Highly recommended!
George
May 2025Verified booking
This experience is perfect for an evening visit to the Acropolis followed by a walk through the Plaka to downtown Athens for dinner! amazing!
Marina
May 2025Verified booking
We had the best time and our tour guide Penny was amazing. She took us to many different places and was so knowledgeable about the area and the different food and wine experiences. She was persobalble and really provided an A plus tour. We would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Athens.
MILICA
May 2025Verified booking
We bought tickets online and avoided waiting in line. We went in the morning so it wasn't too crowded. The experience is amazing, I would recommend it to anyone who loves history and architecture.
Mariangela
May 2025Verified booking
The Acropolis site and surrounding areas are a must-see! You do still have to get in a line and join those who booked the same time as you, but the line goes very fast and they start letting folks in 15 minutes prior to your chosen time. The audio was nice to have as well as it added more context. We went to the Acropolis museum right after (different ticket) and that closed the experience superbly!
Ирина
May 2025Verified booking
Билеты на официальном сайте на утро уже закончились, а я не хотела стоять очередь на кассе. Аудиогидом не смогли воспользоваться, так как не было варианта на русском языке
Daniela
Apr 2025Verified booking
It was a beautiful experience. Very crowded but the entry time was respected according to the tickets purchased online. Instead I was disappointed by the fact that I wanted to visit the Acropolis 2 days before and at 9 in the morning it was sold out, instead there were numerous guides at the entrance who had tickets at double the price.
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Heath
Apr 2025Verified booking
It's a very remarkable place. Hard to fathom the timeline. Well preserved, and not too difficult to get to. Quite busy, but the key is to get in early.
George
Apr 2025Verified booking
Our trip to Athens was absolutely wonderful. The only reason I have not given it top marks was because of the disjointed organisation for the disabled. The distance between the taxi ranks and the buggies to the lift was to far for anyone with problems walking to achieve and even if one had access to a wheel chair it is up a steep incline on beautiful slippery marble. Disabled access to the wonderful National Archaeological Museum was again difficult between taxi and door. I have to, msay that everybody with whom we came in contact was kind and helpful.
Susan
Apr 2025Verified booking
We arrived for the early opening for 9am and was able to enter from 8:45 so glad we did this as by the time we were ready to make our way down they were loads of people on the way up. So pleased we made the trip to walk around and see what went before us.
Joanna
Mar 2025Verified booking
Booked an early slot at 9am and it was nice to get there before the crowds, no queuing. Was cool enough to enjoy the sites even though it was a sunny day. It was getting busy as we left as coaches were arriving. Much easier underfoot than when I last visited over 40 years ago.
Lesley
May 2025Verified booking
Although very busy, it didn't feel crowded. It's a fascinating structure to go see. A must!
A full-day guided tour covering Athens’ ancient icons and Cape Sounion with entry and lunch.
- Everything you get at Acropolis & Acropolis Museum: Explore the Acropolis and its museum with included entry and an English-speaking guide. Use headsets to follow along as you discover the Parthenon and ancient artifacts.
- Everything you get at Temple of Poseidon: Drive the coastal road to Cape Sounion with views of the Saronic Gulf. Visit the Temple of Poseidon with your guide and enjoy scenic photo stops.
- Why choose this combo: This tour combines Athens’ top historic sites with a relaxing coastal drive—entry fees, expert guidance, and lunch all rolled into one easy package.
A full-day guided tour covering Athens’ ancient icons and Cape Sounion with entry and lunch.
- Everything you get at Acropolis & Acropolis Museum: Explore the Acropolis and its museum with included entry and an English-speaking guide. Use headsets to follow along as you discover the Parthenon and ancient artifacts.
- Everything you get at Temple of Poseidon: Drive the coastal road to Cape Sounion with views of the Saronic Gulf. Visit the Temple of Poseidon with your guide and enjoy scenic photo stops.
- Why choose this combo: This tour combines Athens’ top historic sites with a relaxing coastal drive—entry fees, expert guidance, and lunch all rolled into one easy package.
Inclusions
- Entrance fees for the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum & Temple of Poseidon
- English-speaking guide for Acropolis, Acropolis Museum & Temple of Poseidon
- Lunch
- Headsets
- WiFi on the bus
- All taxes
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.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Jennifer
May 2025Verified booking
The trip was comfortable and the guide was very informative all the way through
Hailey
May 2025Verified booking
Karen
Jun 2025Verified booking
Danielle
May 2025Verified booking
This one the worst tours I have been on. The guide, although nice, provided almost no information during the tour. The entire time she just spent saying "this is a narrow road, but an important road" or this was an "important person", or "this is a quiet spot but an important spot". More so on the bus tour portion all she pointed out where the hotels. She barely maentioned what things where and when she did point them out she gave no explanation. Listening to other guides in the Acropolis they were sharing really interesting information whether on the history, the architecture, the culture, none of which were covered by our guide. It was not only disappointing but extremely frustrating knowing I was wasting my time and my only opportunity to visit this site. Using google would have frankly been significantly more informative. Honestly I would want my money back.
Michael
Feb 2025Verified booking
Gladys
Oct 2024Verified booking
Our experience was absolutely amazing. Our guide was super infiramruve and knowledgeable. This is a truly great tour. Dediwnrelt recommens!
Catherine
Oct 2024Verified booking
Acropolis and Parthenon .....but long day.
Gabriel
Oct 2024Verified booking
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Claire
Sep 2024Verified booking
It felt very chaotic and a lot of waiting around. We were asked to meet at 7.55am however guide eventually turned up at 8.20am and told us they also had to stop at key offices to collect guide. Eventually left at 8.40am. When we got out of acropolis another 20mins waiting for the bus. Lunch absolutely awful, really disgusting , would not recommend.
Michael
Sep 2024Verified booking
Balbina
Aug 2024Verified booking
The best tour guide, loved the time in each activity, the food was really good and full filing. Everything amazing! Would highly recommend!
PAUL
Jul 2024Verified booking
I booked online from home, so had some doubts. However, we were picked up on time and had a fantastic day. Kostas clearly knows his history and was the best guide I've ever experienced. The Parthenon and museum were totally amazing. We had our lunch included as we booked the full day. The food was good and plenty of it. We then travelled to Soulion, which was a long trip on the bus which was a bit of a drain. Purely due to the distance and time. The route was beautiful and the coach lovely and cool. The review may sound made up, but we found the whole day excellent. Totally amazeballs. Find a bot that will write that.
Michael
Jul 2024Verified booking
Our guide Katarina was incrdible. "Mama" as she told us to call her, was so knowledgeable and fun. She provided a ton of back story and I learned so much during the tour. While she incorporated her viewpoints into the tour, it never felt biased or unwarranted, so it was the perfect balance of facts and perspective from a Greek person. She tapped into her mothering skills to start managing peopel around us, in order to ensure our group was not affected by execssive queues and nonsense. I would definitely take another tour with her.
maritza
Jul 2024Verified booking
It was the best experience! !I had lots of fun visting the temples.
Ronel
Jun 2024Verified booking
Learned more of ancient history and the host truly knowledgeable beside of being very approachble
Dalel
Aug 2024Verified booking
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Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION5 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
START POINT
Omonoia Square
1
Temple of Poseidon
Tickets included (based on selection)
Visit attraction, Guided tour, Explore place
2
Cape Sounion
Guided tour, Explore place, Sunset
3
END POINT
Omonoia Square
Drive from Athens to Cape Sounion and enjoy stories and sunset views at the Temple of Poseidon with an archaeologist guide.
- Everything you get: This 5-hour tour to one of Greece’s most magical sunset spots includes round-trip transfers from Athens in an air-conditioned bus, an English-speaking driver, and an archaeologist guide.
- Why choose this: Unlike standard city tours, this takes you beyond Athens to explore a legendary clifftop temple with stories straight out of Homer’s Odyssey from an expert in the field.
- Upgrades: Choose to make your tour even more seamless with entry tickets to the Temple of Poseidon added.
Drive from Athens to Cape Sounion and enjoy stories and sunset views at the Temple of Poseidon with an archaeologist guide.
- Everything you get: This 5-hour tour to one of Greece’s most magical sunset spots includes round-trip transfers from Athens in an air-conditioned bus, an English-speaking driver, and an archaeologist guide.
- Why choose this: Unlike standard city tours, this takes you beyond Athens to explore a legendary clifftop temple with stories straight out of Homer’s Odyssey from an expert in the field.
- Upgrades: Choose to make your tour even more seamless with entry tickets to the Temple of Poseidon added.
Inclusions
- 5-hour tour of Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion
- Round-trip AC coach transfers from Athens
- English-speaking driver
- English-speaking archaeologist guide
- Entry tickets to Temple of Poseidon (based on option selected)
- The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
- This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
- Departure times for Cape Sounion sunset tour 2025-2026:
April 2025:
- Omonoia Square: 4pm
- Old Parliament: 4:15pm
- Melina Mercouri/Plaka: 4:30pm
May to August 2025:
- Omonoia Square: 4:30pm
- Old Parliament: 4:45pm
- Melina Mercouri/Plaka: 5pm
September 2025:
- Omonoia Square: 4pm
- Old Parliament: 4:15pm
- Melina Mercouri/Plaka: 4:30pm
October 2025:
- Omonoia Square: 3pm
- Old Parliament: 3:15pm
- Melina Mercouri/Plaka: 3:30pm
November 2025 to February 2026:
- Omonoia Square: 2pm
- Old Parliament: 2:15pm
- Melina Mercouri/Plaka: 2:30pm
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Andrea
Apr 2025Verified booking
Beautiful experience, outstanding guide, breathtaking views--absolutely recommended. I recommend getting temple tickets before arriving.
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Sujata
Jun 2025Verified booking
The overall experience was good and worth the amount spent. Cape Sunion was beautiful during the Sunset. Actually the road to Cape Sunion has picturesque view. The temple of Poseidon is mostly in ruins and pretty similar though much smaller than what you see in Acropolis or Parthenon. But the surroundings are beautiful.
Katarzyna
May 2025Verified booking
First of all I'd like to thank our guide. He was very well organised and super nice and communicative - it was effortless on my part to board the right bus in Omonia and find the right bus for the trip back to Athens. Travel to destination was very comfortable (bus was clean and had AC) and picturesque with lovely coastal scenery. We arrived at the Temple of Poseidon with plenty of time to get around and we stayed there long enough for all the essentials: 1) getting superb pictures; 2) enjoying the location; 3) dining al fresco at local restaurant (very nice menu, service and clean facilities). All in all, awesome experience I will remember for years to come. Highly recommended!
Simone
May 2025Verified booking
Good arrangement, nice visit. A pity that it was not clear that we had to pay extra to enter the Temple. Nice to mention this before.
Dana
May 2025Verified booking
Great tour! Easy to find via the provided email directions and photo. The tour guide (Katarina) was amazing, very nice, and funny! Would recommend.
Michela
Mar 2025Verified booking
It was a really magic experience. The guide was really funny and she explained both historical facts and curiosities about the places we visited but also about Athens. We stopped firstly at the oldest preserved theatre in the world and the guide gave us some time to explore the area and took some pictures. Then we went to Capo Sunion where there's Poseidon's Temple. That was such a magical place, overlooking the sea. We spent here an hour and then with the bus they took us back to Syntagma. The place was really beautiful and suggestive. I think that was totally worthy, perhaps the best thing I saw during my trip to Athens.
Danny
May 2025Verified booking
I loved the view, especially the sunset, and we had a super good guide
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Rosa
May 2025Verified booking
The bus was on time, but I would have liked the guide to explain the myths and history better.
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annabelle
May 2025Verified booking
Excellent guide and overall experience. Good value and the temple was magical. Highly recommended.
Martin
Apr 2025Verified booking
Great guide Vasilis who was really educational and friendly
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Itinerary
START POINT
Omonoia Square
1
Acropolis
2
Acropolis Museum
3
Ancient Agora
4
Parthenon
5
National Archaeological Museum
6
National Library
7
University of Athens
8
Academy of Athens
9
Hellenic Parliament
10
National Garden
11
Zappeion
12
Kavouri Beach
13
Astir Beach
14
Archaeological Museum of Piraeus
15
Municipal Theater of Piraeus
16
Temple of Poseidon
Guided tour, Free time to explore
17
Cape Souinon
Free time to explore, Panoramic views
18
END POINT
Omonoia Square
Explore Athens on a flexible hop-on hop-off bus, then head to Cape Sounion for a guided tour of the temple at sunset.
- Everything you get on the Athens HOHO bus tour: Explore Athens your way with a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus pass covering 35 stops across the city. Enjoy free WiFi, a city map, headphones, and audio commentary in 16 languages for a seamless sightseeing experience.
- Everything you get at Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion: Relax on a 4-hour round-trip sunset tour from Athens in an AC bus, guided by a professional who shares insights as you admire Poseidon's cliffside temple at golden hour.
- Why choose this combo: This combo lets you explore Athens freely by day and enjoy a guided sunset escape by evening— scenic and budget-friendly.
Explore Athens on a flexible hop-on hop-off bus, then head to Cape Sounion for a guided tour of the temple at sunset.
- Everything you get on the Athens HOHO bus tour: Explore Athens your way with a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus pass covering 35 stops across the city. Enjoy free WiFi, a city map, headphones, and audio commentary in 16 languages for a seamless sightseeing experience.
- Everything you get at Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion: Relax on a 4-hour round-trip sunset tour from Athens in an AC bus, guided by a professional who shares insights as you admire Poseidon's cliffside temple at golden hour.
- Why choose this combo: This combo lets you explore Athens freely by day and enjoy a guided sunset escape by evening— scenic and budget-friendly.
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 WiFi onboard
- Headphones
Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion
- 4-hour sunset tour
- Round-trip AC bus transfers from Athens
- Professional guide
Exclusions
- Entry tickets to attractions
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
Athens HOHO bus tour
- The buses are wheelchair accessible.
- Note that from Jan to Mar, the Yellow and Green Lines are closed.
- Children under the age of 5 years can travel for free.
Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion
- The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
- This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Sonia
Apr 2025Verified booking
Carola
Oct 2024Verified booking
The sunset at the cape was breathtaking. Although quite cold due to the wind.
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Romina
Sep 2024Verified booking
Ramūnas
Jul 2024Verified booking
Very profesional tour guide. Pay attention on our wishes.
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Why go on Temple of Poseidon tours from Athens
Magnificent ancient ruins
Standing atop the cliffs at Cape Sounion, the Temple of Poseidon dominates the skyline. This 5th century BCE structure was once among the most important religious sites of Ancient Greece and acted as a beacon for sailors returning to Athens. Today, you can explore its ruins, including its striking marble columns and Doric architecture.
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Guided tours
Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Guide: Expert English-speaking guide or multilingual audio guide
Round trip-transfers: Yes
Hotel pick-up & drop-off: No
- Immerse yourself in Ancient Greek history with a guided tour of Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon from Athens. An expert guide will give you an in-depth take on the site’s history and mythology.
- Consider purchasing tickets that include entry to the Temple of Poseidon so that you can admire its Doric architecture, including the marble columns still standing and its ancient architecture. You’ll also enjoy unparalleled views of the temple and Cape Sounion at sunset.
Recommended tour:
- From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Tour
Combo tours
Duration: 4, 5, or 10 hours
Guide: Expert English-speaking guide or multilingual audio guide
Round trip-transfers: Yes
Hotel pick-up & drop-off: Optional
- Maximize your exploration of Athens with combo tours. Pair your Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon tour with other top attractions and experiences in the city like the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum, or a Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour.
- Depending on the combo ticket option you choose, you can enjoy benefits like entry to the Temple of Poseidon, hotel pick-up and drop-off, and multilingual audio guides.
Recommended tours:
- Combo: Temple of Poseidon Sunset Tour from Athens + 2-Day Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
- Acropolis & Parthenon Tickets + Temple of Poseidon Sunset Tour from Athens
- Combo: Acropolis + Acropolis Museum + Temple of Poseidon Guided Tour with Entry Tickets
Sights you’ll see when you visit the Temple of Poseidon from Athens
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From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Tour: 3pm, 3.30pm
Combo: Temple of Poseidon Sunset Tour from Athens + 2-Day Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 3pm
Acropolis & Parthenon Tickets + Temple of Poseidon Sunset Tour from Athens: 3pm
Combo: Acropolis + Acropolis Museum + Temple of Poseidon Guided Tour with Entry Tickets: 8am (from the Acropolis of Athens)
From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Tour
Pick-up points:
- Omonoia Square | Get directions
- Syntagma/Old Parliament | Get directions
- Plaka old city/Melina Merkouri Monument | Get directions
Note: If you opt for the Guided Tour with Entry to the Temple of Poseidon, your ticket will include pick-up and drop-off from your hotel.
Combo: Temple of Poseidon Sunset Tour from Athens + 2-Day Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Pick-up points:
- Omonoia Square | Get directions
- Syntagma/Old Parliament | Get directions
- Plaka old city/Melina Merkouri Monument | Get directions
Acropolis & Parthenon Tickets + Temple of Poseidon Sunset Tour from Athens
Pick-up points:
- Omonoia Square | Get directions
- Syntagma/Old Parliament | Get directions
- Plaka old city/Melina Merkouri Monument | Get directions
Combo: Acropolis + Acropolis Museum + Temple of Poseidon Guided Tour with Entry Tickets
- This ticket includes round-trip transfers to and from your hotel in Athens.
- To avoid delays, arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour.
Weekday vs weekends: Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon tend to be more crowded on the weekends. For a more relaxed atmosphere, visit on weekdays.
Best time of the year: The Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion see the highest number of tourists during the peak season from June to August in the summer. The off-peak season months of April, May, September, and October are the best time to visit. The weather is pleasant, with clear skies and warm days, and there are fewer tourists.
Plan tour visit to Temple of Poseidon
- Naos Cafe: Situated next to the Temple of Poseidon entrance, Naos Cafe is perfectly placed to grab a bit or a drink. You can enjoy snacks, a full meal of sandwiches or fresh salads, and sample specialities like souvlaki and gyro.
- The Veranda Restaurant: Relax over a meal of authentic Greek dishes and gorgeous views of the Saronic Gulf at the sea-facing Veranda Restaurant. Their Saganaki, octopus, and moussaka are highly recommended.
- Taverna Syrtaki: Taverna Syrtaki is so renowned for its excellent seafood that returning visitors make sure to have a meal here. Diners love its fried calamari, shrimp linguini, and fresh sea bass. Its authentic flavors, generous portions, and friendly service promise a great dining experience.
- Visitor center: There’s a visitor center at the Temple of Poseidon entrance at the bottom of the hill, which you can access for information on the site.
- Café: The café near the Temple of Poseidon entrance is a good place to grab a quick snack or a drink.
- Restrooms: You can use the restrooms at the visitor center or the café.
- Souvenir shop: You can buy souvenirs like postcards and magnets featuring the Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion, books, mugs, figurines, and other merchandise at the souvenir shop near the entrance.
- It’s advisable to arrive at your tour meeting point or be prepared at your hotel lobby at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start of your tour.
- Carry a valid ID for any verification that might be required on your Temple of Poseidon tour.
- Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes to explore Cape Sounion and its historic sites with ease.
- Travel light, with just the essentials like water, snacks, sun protection, and a power bank. There’s no cloakroom or luggage storage at Cape Sounion.
Frequently asked questions about day tours of the Temple of Poseidon from Athens
What are the highlights of a day tour of the Temple of Poseidon from Athens?
The main attraction at Cape Sounion is the ancient Temple of Poseidon. Apart from exploring the ruins, you can enjoy panoramic views of the Aegean and capture stunning photos of a Cape Sounion sunset. The scenic drive to the Temple of Poseidon from Athens is a treat in itself. You can soak up the sea views as you travel along the coastal route, with its picturesque beaches and historic monuments.
How long can I spend at Cape Sounion on a Temple of Poseidon tour?
You’ll spend about 1 to 2 hours at Cape Sounion. This gives you ample time to explore the Temple of Poseidon, learn about its history, take in the panoramic views, and experience a Cape Sounion sunset.
What should I bring on a Temple of Poseidon tour?
Carry sun protection and a bottle of water, especially if you’re visiting in the summer. Don’t forget your camera to capture the scenic views and the sunset. Wear comfortable walking shoes so that you can explore with ease.
Do I need to book Temple of Poseidon tours in advance?
It’s a good idea to book your day trips well in advance, particularly if you’re planning to visit during the high season or wish to see the sunset. Tours can fill up quickly, so booking ahead ensures that you secure your spot on your preferred date.
Is a day trip to the Temple of Poseidon from Athens suitable for children?
Yes, children will enjoy visiting Cape Sounion. The Temple of Poseidon’s fascinating history is sure to capture their imagination, and the scenic views are engaging for visitors of all ages. However, keep in mind that the terrain at Cape Sounion is uneven, so it’s important to supervise younger children closely.
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From the happy customers
Andrea
ItalyApr., 2025
Beautiful experience, outstanding guide, breathtaking views--absolutely recommended.
I recommend getting temple tickets before arriving.
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Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Guided Sunset Tour
Sylvia
BulgariaSept., 2024
The tour was great and the view is definitely worth it! Christina had a lot of different stories about Greek culture and mythology which set the mood really well.
Guided Tour of Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion from Athens
Gladys
United StatesOkt., 2024
Our experience was absolutely amazing. Our guide was super infiramruve and knowledgeable. This is a truly great tour. Dediwnrelt recommens!
Combo: Acropolis + Acropolis Museum + Temple of Poseidon Guided Tour with Entry Tickets
Balbina
Aug., 2024
The best tour guide, loved the time in each activity, the food was really good and full filing. Everything amazing! Would highly recommend!
Combo: Acropolis + Acropolis Museum + Temple of Poseidon Guided Tour with Entry Tickets
Chris
AustraliaJuli, 2024
Well run tour.
Our tour guide, Maria, was very helpful, patient and informative.
The limited number of tourists at the site made it feel very special. Sunset was awesome!
From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Half-Day Trip
Laura
ItalyJuli, 2024
Well organized, Bill very kind and helpful. Overall good experience but I didn't think I would have to spend another 10 euro for temple entrance....
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From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Half-Day Trip