Plaka Tours and Tickets

Explore the best of Athens with very little effort on this 4 hour electric bike tour. With a local guide, set off by electric-powered bike to discover the Greek capital's ancient and modern highlights. Cruise by the Greek Parliament on Syntagma Square, see the Panathenaic Stadium, and explore historical Plaka and the ancient ruins beneath the Acropolis. Travel much of the way along traffic-free streets, stop to sample tasty Athenian delicacies, and hear about the sights from your informative guide, via the provided headsets. Numbers are limited for a small-group experience.

Discover the best of Athens and the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion on this full-day Super Saver - a combination of two popular tours for a great discounted price. Start with a guided morning stroll around top Athens attractions such as Syntagma Square, the charming old Plaka district, and more. Then, take a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Acropolis to see its classical showpieces, including the Parthenon. Finish with a scenic afternoon trip to see the Temple of Poseidon, a 5th-century BC temple perched on sea cliffs at Cape Sounion.

Escape the daytime heat and see Athens' ancient sights after the sun has gone down on this 2.5-hour electric bike tour. Meet your guide in the late evening, then hop aboard your easy-to-ride bike and zip around the city center. Cruise through atmospheric Plaka, or Athens Old Town, and see the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Acropolis of Athens and other historical landmarks illuminated against the night sky. This small-group tour is limited to just 11 participants.

Experience the full magic of Athens by night with this 3.5-hour panoramic evening tour, with an enjoyable Greek dinner show included. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, enjoy spectacular views of top Athens attractions such as the Parthenon, Temple of Zeus and Greek Parliament building, all beautifully floodlit against the night sky. Then, head for a traditional taverna in the old district of Plaka for a delicious Greek dinner and colorful folklore show of traditional dancing, music and song.

Take in all that Athens has to offer during this comprehensive 8-hour guided sightseeing shore excursion covering the Greek capital's top highlights. Explore the birthplace of Western Civilization as you visit the Acropolis, Ancient Agora, the charming neighborhood of Plaka, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Panathenaic Stadium, and much more.

Be taught how to make real Greek food and enjoy dinner with a view on this 3.5-hour cooking class in Athens. Head to a much-loved bakery in vibrant Monastiraki and learn how to make traditional Greek dishes, from tzatziki to spinach pie, with hands-on guidance from an experienced chef. Then, when the food is ready, head up to the roof to enjoy the fruits of your labor while you take in unbeatable views of the Acropolis of Athens, the UNESCO-listed jewel in Athens' crown. This small-group tour is limited to just eight participants.

Combine ancient Greek architecture with traditional Athenian food on this 4-hour Acropolis and Plaka walking tour. Head to the hilltop Acropolis and tour its age-old buildings as your guide shares their stories. Marvel at the Parthenon, Temple of Nike, Odeon, Propylaea, and more; and then explore Plaka, Athens' cobbled old town. Admire the neoclassical architecture and visit cafes, markets, and shops to sample local delicacies such as Greek donuts, cheese, pies, coffee, and more.

Discover many of Athens' historical gems on this half-day tour. By combining a walking tour and a Trikke tour, you'll cover more ground and enjoy two very different experiences. The walking part of the tour will take you to places near the Acropolis that can only be reached on foot. Your Trikke ride will help you explore the rest of Athens at a faster pace - highlights include the National Gardens, and Zappeion Hall.

Escape the well-trodden tourist track and discover a quieter side of Athens on this leisurely 3.5-hour to 4-hour walking tour. With a local guide, explore the tucked-away areas around the slopes of the Acropolis and uncover their ancient and recent past. Stroll around the cobbled Plaka, Athens' Old Town; and delve into Anafiotika, where the sugar-cube houses mirror a whitewashed Cyclades village. Discover the ancient sites of Mars Hill and Philopappou Hill, and savor a delicious Greek picnic and glass of wine as you gaze over Athens sprawled below.

Immerse yourself in contemporary and ancient history on a private 5-hour sightseeing tour of Athens. Choose a start time that works for you and complimentary transportation takes you from your hotel to the Acropolis Museum. From there, enjoy in depth tours of the Acropolis, Monastiraki, National Gardens, and beyond. Along the way, interact with your guide and ask as many questions as you like. Relax as comfortable transit returns you to your hotel

On this skip-the-line tour, you'll save time visiting the Athens sight you're most excited to see: the Acropolis. You'll whiz past the crowds, and hear fascinating commentary about the UNESCO-listed site. Your itinerary also leaves time for highlights including Hadrian's Library and the Roman Agora, as well as hidden gems such as the tiny village of Anafiotika and Greek Orthodox churches.

A Tour to local insights and hidden treasures of Athens. The heart of the city, its monuments, its history, its past, stories old and new, legends and myths, Greeks of yesterday, Greeks of today, a magical Athens, the Athens hidden behind the sights.Highlights included among many others: New Museum of Acropolis, Odeon of Herodes Atticus, The Acropolis, Areopagus, Ancient Agora, Hadrian's Library, Roman Forum, Kerameikos, Tower of the Winds, Athens First University History Museum, Plaka, Monastiraki, Thissio, Dorides Telescope.

Put the ancient world in context during this full-day private tour of Athens. Whether you're unfamiliar with the birthplace of western civilisation or a veteran classicist, this private tour offers the chance to immerse yourself in ancient history and and architecture. Work up an appetite following your guide around Athen's major sites, including the UNESCO World Heritage listed Acropolis, before settling in for an authentic Greek dinner.

Journey around ancient Greece on a Segway! This thrilling 2-hour Segway tour is the ideal introduction to Athens, taking in historic highlights like the UNESCO-listed Acropolis, the Ancient Agora and the Temple of Hephaestous. Learn to operate your easy-to-use self-balancing Segway, then follow your guide on a scenic tour around the neighborhoods of Plaka, Monastiraki and Thiseio, stopping to take in the views from Mars Hill. Best of all: this small-group tour is limited to 12 people, ensuring a personalized experience.

Discover the top sights of Athens with ease on a 3.5-hour electric bike tour, led by a local guide. Hop on your electric-powered bike, and make light work of Athens' attractions following a route that's 95% traffic-free. Ride around the Acropolis rock and ancient agora, delve into historical Plaka, see the Bath House of the Winds, and more. Stop to savor a traditional Greek coffee, and learn about the sights via the crystal-clear headset commentary from your guide. Numbers are limited on this small-group tour for a more personalized experience.

See Ancient Greece's most impressive sights on this 3-hour Athens walking tour. Get an up-close look at the Greek Parliament and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, as well as the presidential guards who protect it. Explore the National Gardens and wander the timeworn streets of Plaka. Then, cap your tour at the Acropolis of Athens, the Greek capital's UNESCO World Heritage-listed showstopper, where the Parthenon and other classical ruins await.

Make easy work of Athens' busy streets and steep hills by whizzing around the sights on an easy-to-ride electric bike. This 3-hour small-group bike tour is limited to 12 people and is ideal for first-time visitors or those wanting to see more of the city. Glide effortlessly around the hilltop ruins of the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens, pedal around the atmospheric Old Town of Plaka and explore lively Monastiraki. Hop off along the way to see the New Acropolis Museum, Hadrian's Arch, Panathenaic Stadium and the National Gardens of Athens.

Discover some of Greece's greatest treasures and the best of modern Athens on this 3.5-hour morning or afternoon Athens sightseeing tour. With an expert guide, take a coach tour of top Athens sites, including the Greek Parliament and Panathenaic Stadium, stage of the first modern Olympic Games. Then, explore the mighty Acropolis on foot to see the glorious Parthenon and other highlights. Want to add more sightseeing in Athens? Upgrade your morning tour to include entry to the Acropolis Museum to see its incredible Parthenon friezes, and other archaeological exhibits.

The Tour Scenario: HISTORY. A blaze of glory, a journey of existence. When it all began.A unique, historical semi-private tour experience. The heart of the city sets the pulse, followed by its monuments, its history, myths and legends, its stories old and new, its people, the Greeks of yesterday and tomorrow.Athens, the classical center of times gone by, of today and tomorrow. A three-hour semi private tour for six, led by an expert tour leader ready to share with you his in-depth knowledge, his insights and heartfelt authentic Greek hospitality.

Discover the best of Greek cuisine on a 3-hour small-group tour. The well-rounded evening itinerary presents traditional food in a modern atmosphere. Follow your guide through ancient Athens and into the hip Psirri neighborhood. Along the way, sample peinirli (Greek pizza), local cheese, fried donuts, and more. With a maximum group size of 12 people and a nighttime setting, you're sure to have an immersive and intimate epicurean experience.