Day Trips

Combo: Temple of Poseidon Sunset Half-Day Trip + Acropolis & Parthenon Tickets

Name: Combo: Temple of Poseidon Sunset Half-Day Trip + Acropolis & Parthenon Tickets
Start: 2026-06-25T14:00:00
End: 2026-06-25T20:00:00
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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Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Transfers available

4.6/5(25,296)

Natasha W

Group

Verified booking

Last week

Visiting the Acropolis was one of the highlights of my trip to Athens. The history, architecture, and breathtaking views of the city are truly unforgettable. Standing beside the Parthenon and seeing these ancient monuments up close gives you a real appreciation for Greece’s rich cultural heritage. The site is well maintained, and the information provided helps bring its history to life. I would recommend visiting early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the crowds and the heat. A must-see destination for anyone visiting Athens. Highly recommended! Wear good footwear the walk can slippy at times and take plenty of wawr as can be very hot.

Gregory W

Couple

Verified booking

4 days ago

We were unfortunately delayed this morning due to a family emergency. We were booked in at 8.00am but did not arrive at the Acropolis until 9.25. We were advised our ticket had expired and we could not enter. This was very disappointing and the lady in the ticket office was not sympathetic or understanding to our situation. I found this very disappointing.

Robin M

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Bus picked us up right at the ship, and dropped us off about 100mtrs from the entrance. From there we were able to view the amazing ruins and get great scenery of Athens. There were also cafes bars and shops a short walk away from the entrance so we were able to visit those and make our way back to the bus for our return journey to the ship in good time.

Jacqueline S

Group

Verified booking

Last week

Loved the Acropolis. Crowds were moderate and a little hard to bypass at times, but generally not too bad. We went at 9am. Bit steep walking to get up to South entry gate and found the exit route much easier (no steps) moderate queue on entry but moved very quickly through turnstiles. Definitely need good walking shoes as it's quite slippery in parts.

Ee T

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Definitely go as early as you can. There was already a line when we arrived at 0730. Crowds were crazy so we were glad that we arrived early with our pre-purchased tickets. There was a very friendly young man checking tickets and then scanning people in. Definitely a must-see, super historical and so very well maintained.

Ivan C

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

Great—I bought the tickets an hour ahead of time, and everything went really quickly and smoothly. I have to say that they were sold out at the box office, but you guys managed to get them. Imagine my reaction when I got to the Parthenon and they told me there were no tickets left after I’d taken a taxi all the way there. Thank you

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

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Natasha W
Group
Verified booking
Last week
Visiting the Acropolis was one of the highlights of my trip to Athens. The history, architecture, and breathtaking views of the city are truly unforgettable. Standing beside the Parthenon and seeing these ancient monuments up close gives you a real appreciation for Greece’s rich cultural heritage. The site is well maintained, and the information provided helps bring its history to life. I would recommend visiting early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the crowds and the heat. A must-see destination for anyone visiting Athens. Highly recommended! Wear good footwear the walk can slippy at times and take plenty of wawr as can be very hot.
Jay K
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
With only a two-day stay in Athens, we were able to spend hours at the Acropolis on our first morning then used the buses to see many sights in the city. From the antiquities at the National Archaelogical Museum to the changing of the guard at Parliament, the bus got us there smoothly and with very short wait times to "hop back on." On day two we saw Piraeus and some beaches. That tour was highlighted by a relaxing dip at Lake Vouliagmeni, then back into Athens for shopping and dining in Psiri. There is no way we could have packed so much into our short stay without the convenience of the Gray Line buses. HIGHEST recommendation!
Marcin K
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
What I liked most was the sense of history hitting you all at once. Standing next to the Parthenon, knowing it's over 2,400 years old, is genuinely humbling. The view over Athens from the top is also stunning — you can see the whole city sprawled out below. I appreciated how well-preserved everything is, considering its age, and the information panels helped me understand what I was actually looking at instead of just admiring old rocks. Going early in the morning made a huge difference too — fewer crowds meant I could actually take it all in and get some good photos without dozens of people in the frame.
Gregory W
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
We were unfortunately delayed this morning due to a family emergency. We were booked in at 8.00am but did not arrive at the Acropolis until 9.25. We were advised our ticket had expired and we could not enter. This was very disappointing and the lady in the ticket office was not sympathetic or understanding to our situation. I found this very disappointing.
Robin M
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Bus picked us up right at the ship, and dropped us off about 100mtrs from the entrance. From there we were able to view the amazing ruins and get great scenery of Athens. There were also cafes bars and shops a short walk away from the entrance so we were able to visit those and make our way back to the bus for our return journey to the ship in good time.

Explore the Acropolis during the day, then head to Cape Sounion in the evening for a scenic coastal drive and sunset visit to the Temple of Poseidon.

Getting started

Begin at the Acropolis at your selected entry time. Present your ticket at the entrance and proceed through the site's security checks before exploring the archaeological complex. Later, make your way to the designated departure point in Athens for your Cape Sounion sunset tour.

Acropolis & Parthenon

What to expect

Enter the Acropolis and explore the hilltop citadel at your own pace. Follow the pathways through the archaeological site, taking in some of the city's most significant ancient monuments before reaching the Parthenon.

Features

Timed entry to the Acropolis archaeological site.

Access to the Parthenon, the landmark monument overlooking Athens.

Opportunity to see other highlights within the complex, including the Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, and Erechtheion.

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Tour

What to expect

Board your transfer in Athens and travel along the coastal roads of the Athens Riviera toward Cape Sounion. Upon arrival, explore the Temple of Poseidon and spend time admiring the sea views before watching the sunset from the headland.

Features

Round-trip transfers between Athens and Cape Sounion.

Scenic drive past beaches, seaside towns, and coastal viewpoints.

Visit to the Temple of Poseidon overlooking the Aegean Sea.

Sunset views from Cape Sounion before the return journey to Athens.

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.