Half day Athens and Acropolis tour (4-hours)
Through the main streets of Athens we visit the Acropolis first: Parthenon, & Erechteum and we have an exquisite view of the Theatre of Dionysos Areopagus, Pnyx and the Temple of Hesphestos (Theseum).
We visit the ancient Agora the Stoa of Attalos (optional) and the new Acropolis Museum with its unique collection of archaic and classical sculptures. We then drive to the ancient town and right after we drive through the city to enjoy an overview of the modern city and striking contrasts to the remains of its glorious past. Drive by the Temple of Olympian Zeus to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament house on Constitution square (guarded by colorful Evzones), the Panathenian stadium ( site of the first modern Olympic games in 1896- short stop), the Presidential palace, government buildings and elegant homes. Drive along Panepistimiou avenue and view the Catholic Cathedral, the Academy, University, National Library, Old Parliament house, and Omonia square.