Athens Tour Packages

Having thousands of years’ worth of history, Athens is a perfect holiday destination for people interested in history, culture and architecture. Located in the picturesque Attica region of South-Eastern Europe, Athens is often referred to as the “cradle of Western civilization.” On an Athens city tour, you will have the chance to visit several iconic landmarks, including the Parthenon and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. You can take a stroll around the popular Acropolis area and admire the temple for Greek gods, or marvel at stunning archaeological structures while sipping coffee in the narrow streets of the city. 

Athens tour packages allow you to explore the most attractive and intriguing sites in the city. Beyond its many sightseeing spots, Athens is quite likely to impress you with its flourishing artisan scene, delectable cuisine, cosy tavernas and vibrant markets. This city has memorable experiences to offer to travellers of almost every type, making it a good idea to book Athens package holidays. 

Experience the Best of Athens

As you explore Athens trip packages and plan a trip to this iconic city, you must consider adding the following places to your itinerary. 

Acropolis of Athens: Dating back to the 5th century BCE, this ancient citadel is primarily dedicated to its patron, the goddess Athena. It comprises of many important landmarks like the Parthenon and the Temple of Athena Nike. A visit to the Acropolis tends to be a part of most Athens tour packages and gives visitors the chance to admire age-old statues, ancient temples of worship, beautiful ionic columns and more. The Acropolis of Athens is a critical architectural, spiritual, and artistic symbol of the glories of Ancient Greece.

Panathenaic Stadium: This ancient-turned-modern stadium featuring serried rows of white Pentelic marble seats built into a ravine next to Ardettos Hill attracts both classical architecture enthusiasts and sports fans. An important highlight of Athens package holidays, the Panathenaic Stadium was built way back in the 4th century BC and was restored for the first modern Olympic games in 1896. It was initially used as a venue for the Panathenaic athletic contests.

National Archaeological Museum: On your Athens tour, you must visit the National Archaeological Museum, which contains some of the most revered Greek artefacts dating back to 5000 B.C. The notable highlights of the museum are the Prehistoric Collection, the Sculpture Collection, the Vase and Decorative Objects Collection, the Stathatos Collection, and the Metallurgy Collection. The Prehistoric Collection includes objects dating back to the period between the sixth millennium BC to 1050 BC. On the other hand, the Sculpture Collection is filled with Greek sculptures and the Stathatos Collection which includes many types of artefacts belonging to the ancient Greek civilization.

Temple of Olympian Zeus: On an Athens city tour, you must not forget to visit the Temple of Olympian Zeus. It was among the largest temples ever built in the ancient world and is dedicated to the king of the Olympian Gods. The temple is an excellent example of the Corinthian order in Greek architecture, due to its colossal columns. Some of these columns stand tall even today, and provide a glimpse of its former grandeur.

The Library of Hadrian: With high surrounding walls and a columned façade, Hadrian's Library is no less than an architectural wonder. While it is mostly in ruins today, the site used to be home to the largest library in Athens once upon a time. 

 Best Time to Visit Athens

The period between March and May and from September to November would be the ideal time to book Athens tour packages and plan a trip. Springtime and fall months are fairly pleasant in Athens, making it an ideal time to enjoy sightseeing and other outdoor activities. You may even your tour between December and February, as winters in Athens are relatively mild, due to the country's location along the Mediterranean.

How to Reach Athens

You can fly down to the Athens’ Elefthérios Venizélos International Airport either through direct or connecting flights.

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