Visit the symbol of democracy and ancient Greek glory. Explore the masterpieces of the Golden Age of Pericles — the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, and of course, the Parthenon, a monument of harmony and spiritual perfection.

Conclude your tour at the modern museum, where more than 4,000 artifacts of Greek civilization are exhibited, including the original Caryatids.

Our tour begins at the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble, where the first modern Olympic Games were held. We’ll make a short stop for photos, giving you time to absorb this impressive monument.

Hadrian’s Arch is an impressive marble monument built in 132 AD in honor of the Roman Emperor Hadrian. It is located near the Temple of Olympian Zeus and symbolizes the boundary between the ancient and the Roman city of Athens.

The Temple of Olympian Zeus, also known as the Olympieion, is one of the most impressive monuments of ancient Athens. It was built in honor of Zeus, the father of the gods, and was the largest temple in Greece in antiquity. Of its original 104 colossal columns, 15 remain standing today.

The former Royal Palace, now the building of the Hellenic Parliament, is located at Syntagma Square. It was built in 1843 for King Otto and is one of the most important examples of neoclassical architecture in Athens.

Syntagma Square is the heart of Athens and one of the city’s most historic and vibrant landmarks. It takes its name from the Constitution granted by King Otto to the Greek people in 1843, following a popular uprising that took place on the very same spot. At the top of the square stands the former Royal Palace, now housing the Hellenic Parliament, while in front of it lies the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, which is constantly guarded by the Evzones of the Presidential Guard. The square is surrounded by luxury hotels, cafés, and shops, and serves as a starting point for strolls through Athens’ historic center — to Monastiraki, Plaka, and Ermou Street. It is also a central gathering place for national celebrations, parades, and public events.

The Neoclassical Trilogy of Athens These three buildings — the Academy of Athens, the University of Athens, and the National Library of Greece — form a unified architectural ensemble, designed in the 19th century by Danish architects Theophil and Christian Hansen, and completed by Ernst Ziller. National Library of Greece University of Athens (National and Kapodistrian) Academy of Athens