--- title: Private Athens Landmarks Layover Tour lang: en type: tour city: Athens country: Greece price: 200 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.5 reviews: 46 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [el, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 180 of 183 (Private Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/private-athens-landmarks-layover-tour/ --- # Private Athens Landmarks Layover Tour In our comparison: #180 of 183 in Private Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Stuck in Athens airport between flights? Grab the opportunity and make the most out of your layover by discovering the best this city has to offer! At a desired time, an experienced English-speaking professional driver will pick you up from the airport in a private vehicle and he will treat you with a bottle of water. Our drivers are not licensed to accompany you into the sights but are very knowledgeable of the places visited and will provide all the necessary historical information and their local perspective. The sightseeing ride is totally private and personalised, meaning that, together with your driver, you can choose which of the suggested stops you wish to make and the time to allocate to each one. There is always a suggested itinerary to follow but you are free to customise it according to your preferences. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 29 start times: between 07:00 and 14:00 - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €200 per person - Duration: 5h - Rating: 4.5/5 from 46 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Welcome Pickups - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: EL, English - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 29 start times between 07:00 and 14:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.5 from 46 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 87% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 40 of 46. - 5 stars: 39 (85%) - 4 stars: 1 (2%) - 3 stars: 1 (2%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 5 (11%) ## What's included - Fuel and Tolls - Water - WiFi on board - Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off - Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide - All taxes and handling charges ## Not included - Meals and beverages - Tips and Gratuities - Entrance fee to the Acropolis is not included and has to be paid on spot. - Entrance fee to the Panathenaic Stadium is not included and has to be paid on spot. - Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions. ## Itinerary 1. **Mount Lycabettus** (20m) - This prominent limestone peak features a cable car, open-air concert venue & panoramic views of Athens. 2. **Museum of the History of Athens University** (pass by, no stop) - Propylaia, one of the most emblematic landmarks of the capital city of the Greek state, 3. **Change of Guards** (20m) - The Presidential Mansion is the place to be to see a Changing the Guard ceremony in Athens. 4. **Acropolis** (45m) - Wander around Dionysiou Areopagitou street where the Acropolis Museum is located. The most historical street in Athens on the foot of the Acropolis Hill. You have the option to explore the infamous Parthenon, Propylaia, the Erechtheion and the Temple of Athena Nike. 5. **Panathenaic Stadium** (10m) - The Site of the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now hosting ceremonial events & live music concerts. 6. **Plaka** (1h) - with its labyrinthine streets and neoclassical architecture is the old historical neighborhood of Athens, clustered around of the Acropolis. Your driver will show you all its hidden gems! 7. **Syntagma Station** (pass by, no stop) - The Hellenic Parliament is located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Constitution Square in Athens. 8. **Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre** (30m) - The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center is a complex in the bay of Faliro which includes the Greek National Opera, as well as 210,000 m² park. 9. **Taste traditional Greek products and Wines at the Greek Gastronomy Center in ...** (30m) - Taste traditional Greek products and Wines at the Greek Gastronomy Center in the heart of Athens. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 29 start times between 07:00 and 14:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Information regarding our tours and drivers: Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own. - Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs, or bikes) may be subject to restrictions—please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage can be accommodated. Please note: If your group consists of 4 travelers and each person has large luggage, a minivan may be required for a comfortable fit. To ensure a minivan is assigned, please make the booking for 5 passengers. - For 1-4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group. - For 5-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group. - For 9-12 people: A private minibus will be assigned to your group. - For 13-17 people: A private bus will be assigned to your group. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €400 | €200 | | 4 | €400 | €100 | | 6 | €516 | €86 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. ## Compared with other Private Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #180 of 183** | €200 | 5h | 4.5 (46) | private | | [Athens Full Day Private Tour](/greece/athens/tours/athens-full-day-private-tour-2/?format=md) | €155 | 8h | 4.99 (1266) | private | | [Private Luxury Biblical Tour: Apostle Paul’s Footsteps – Corinth](/greece/athens/tours/private-luxury-biblical-tour-apostle-paul-s-footsteps-corinth/?format=md) | €168 | 5h | 4.99 (262) | private | | [Best of Athens Full Day Private Tour - Best Shore Excursion](/greece/athens/tours/best-of-athens-full-day-private-tour-best-shore-excursion/?format=md) | €190 | 8h | 4.99 (197) | private | Ranked #180 of 183 in Private Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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