Acropolis, Plaka & New Museum

Step back in time as you experience the wonders of Athens on this enriching tour that visits the magnificent Acropolis, the engaging Acropolis Museum and the bustling Plaka neighborhood with time on your own. Enter the famed Acropolis through the Propylaea, sacred gates guarding the sanctuary of Athena. Admire the magnificent Parthenon, which stands 230 feet above the city, offering expansive views of the surrounding area. Nearby, discover the arresting Erechtheion Temple and find the six lovely maidens delicately carved into columns supporting the Porch of the Caryatids at its south side. From the Acropolis, you’ll walk 15 minutes to the Acropolis Museum, built in 2009 as a showcase for the surviving treasures of the Acropolis, including the stunning Parthenon Frieze, the museum’s highlight. Following your museum visit, enjoy a panoramic drive through Athens, discovering sites such as the Parliament House, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Panathenaic Stadium. In the narrow streets of Plaka, you’ll savor a traditional Greek lunch followed by time on your own to explore the wealth of shops and galleries in this enticing neighborhood.

• Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
• Bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.