Day Trips

Combo (Save 2%): Temple of Poseidon Sunset Half-Day Trip + Acropolis & Parthenon Tickets

Name: Combo (Save 2%): Temple of Poseidon Sunset Half-Day Trip + Acropolis & Parthenon Tickets
Start: 2026-05-08T17:00:00
End: 2026-05-08T20:00:00
Location: Athens

Parthenon temple on the Acropolis in Athens under a blue sky.

Visitors at Cape Sounion enjoying the sunset near the Temple of Poseidon.

Acropolis in Athens during a guided bike tour, showcasing ancient ruins and architecture.

Erechtheion temple with Caryatids at Acropolis, Athens.

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Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Transfers available

4.5/5(25,708)

Tana H

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

Quick moving line to get in, good indications, beautiful place. It wasn't too crowded so we were able to explore easily and get some wonderful pictures for souvenirs.

Franca B

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

It was easy to use and informative, though overall quite basic. The experience was smooth and well organized, but the content felt a bit generic and not particularly engaging.

Sara O

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Standing at the Acropolis on April 26, 2026 felt surreal in the best way. My boyfriend and I went early, and watching the sun hit the Parthenon as the city slowly woke up below us was something I won’t forget. The scale, the history, the quiet moments between crowds—it all hits you at once. What surprised me most was how alive it still feels. You read about it your whole life, but being there in person is different—the details in the marble, the views over Athens, even the walk up adds to the experience. It’s not just a “see it and go” landmark; it’s something you actually feel. Pro tip: go early (seriously game changing), wear good shoes, and take your time. It’s absolutely worth it.

William C

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The entry to the Acropolis was smooth and orderly. It was an easy ascent to reach the top. There Wes good signage to tell you what each structure was and a brief history of it. They are pathways were well marked to keep the flow going. The only negative thing was those people who were acting like the buildings were there for their own personal photo shoot. I saw one lady who actually shooed a gentleman away because he was interfering with her photography. I would suggest monitoring this and stopping it.

Josefina R

Group

Verified booking

Apr 2026

It was truly wonderful! We visited so many historical sites and explored the vibrant flea market. The journey was incredibly smooth and comfortable thanks to the Hap on Hapoff bus. It really made the experience enjoyable and stress-free.

Cognard M

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

No waiting in line when you arrive. The audio guide is very comprehensive! We learned a lot. The site is truly magnificent—a must-see! The Acropolis is a must-see in Athens! A must-do!!

Unlock ancient Athens with access to the Acropolis, Parthenon, and more—then chase the sunset at Cape Sounion for one perfectly themed Greek adventure.

Roam the Acropolis, stand before the Parthenon, sit where ancient dramas played in the Theatre of Dionysus, and learn its history via your audio guide.

Cruise the coastal road to Cape Sounion and hear dramatic legends of Poseidon and King Aegeus as you approach the cliffside temple with a multilingual audio guide.

Acropolis & Parthenon

Acropolis & Parthenon entry tickets

Access to Odeon of Herodes Atticus

Access to Theatre of Dionysus Eleuthereus

Athens City & Plaka audio guide in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

5-hour sunset tour

Round-trip AC bus transfers from Athens

English-speaking driver

Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Russian

TOTAL DURATION5 hours
Start point
Dionysiou Areopagitou
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1. Acropolis
Tickets included
3 attractions
Highlights
Parthenon
Tickets included
Odeon of Herodes Atticus
Tickets included
Theatre of Dionysus Eleuthereus
Tickets included
2. Cape Souinon
1 attraction
Highlights
Temple of Poseidon
Tickets not included
End point
Dionysiou Areopagitou
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Franca B
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
It was easy to use and informative, though overall quite basic. The experience was smooth and well organized, but the content felt a bit generic and not particularly engaging.
Tana H
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
Quick moving line to get in, good indications, beautiful place. It wasn't too crowded so we were able to explore easily and get some wonderful pictures for souvenirs.
Judith B
Group
Verified booking
2 days ago
Not necessarily the tickers through you, but definitely the experience at Akropolis
Mucedda C
Group
Verified booking
4 days ago
Headout is a great app—it offers great excursions at attractive prices.
Mucedda C
Group
Verified booking
6 days ago
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Acropolis

Monday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:30pm
Tuesday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:30pm
Wednesday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:30pm
Thursday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:30pm
Friday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:30pm
Saturday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:30pm
Sunday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:30pm

Acropolis Museum

Monday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:30pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:30pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:30pm
Thursday	9:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:30pm
Friday	9:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 9:30pm
Saturday	9:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:30pm
Sunday	9:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:30pm

Temple of Poseidon

Monday	9:00am - 6:30pm	last entry 6:10pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 6:30pm	last entry 6:10pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 6:30pm	last entry 6:10pm
Thursday	9:00am - 6:30pm	last entry 6:10pm
Friday	9:00am - 6:30pm	last entry 6:10pm
Saturday	9:00am - 6:30pm	last entry 6:10pm
Sunday	9:00am - 6:30pm	last entry 6:10pm

What to bring

Acropolis & Parthenon

Have your passport, ID, and student ID ready for a seamless experience.

Bring along your walking shoes, a bottle of water, sunscreen, and a hat for comfortable exploration.

Stay ahead of the game, download the audio app beforehand to dodge any network glitches at the location.

Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

Bring along your sunglasses, hat, and water bottle for a comfortable experience.

Wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

Accessibility

Acropolis & Parthenon

The Acropolis has limited accessibility for visitors with mobility challenges. While there is an elevator near the South Slope entrance, its operation is managed entirely by the venue and may not always be available. Contact the site a day before your visit at +30 210 3214172 or +30 210 9238470 to confirm availability.

Baby strollers are not permitted inside the Acropolis archaeological site due to the site's uneven terrain and lack of suitable storage facilities.

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.

This experience is pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Acropolis & Parthenon

The audio tours are not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Mini 1st generation.

The app and audio guides require around 200-250 MB of space on your device.

The Acropolis Museum offers free admission on March 6 (Melina Mercouri Day), March 25 (National Holiday), May 18 (International Day of Museums), and October 28 (National Holiday).

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

The Temple of Poseidon sunset tour doesn't include entry ticket to the site.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the same at ticket redemption/ pick-up point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket redemption point

Acropolis & Parthenon Tickets with Audio Guide

Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.

Pick-up point

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Tour

This tour includes pick-up and drop-offs.

Please choose your pick-up point at the time of booking.

Pick-up points are possible from Omonoia Square, Syntagma /Old parliament, and Plaka old city/Melina mercury monument.

On the day of your tour, arrive at the pick-up point 10-15 minutes before the scheduled time of pick-up.