Guided Tours

Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Guided Sunset Tour

Name: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Guided Sunset Tour
Start: 2025-11-03T14:00:00
End: 2025-11-03T19:00:00
Location: Athens

Tourists taking selfie at sunset in Archaeological Site of Sounion, Greece.

Passengers seated inside an AC bus on a one-day guided tour.

Ruins of Poseidon Temple at Cape Sounion during dawn, Greece.

Tour group observing the Changing of the Guard near Westminster Abbey, London.

Duration

5 hr

Open today

09:00am - 06:30pm

Free cancellation

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Guided tour

Enjoy a captivating guided tour of Cape Sounion and the iconic Temple of Poseidon, rich in history and stunning coastal views.

4.5/5

(1,890)

Laura

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

This was an excellent tour! Our guide, Stephanos did an amazing job at telling engaging stories about ancient Greek history. The only thing is that the buses do not leave from the location indicated. Luckily, I had seen other reviews mentioning this and called the office to find out the right pick up location. Other than that, truly worth the while!

Kristine

Oct 2025

Verified booking

4/5

Vassillis was a great tour guide, very funny. The coach was comfortable. We weren't lucky with the weather but the views were incredible regardless. Top tip, take some snacks as the restaurant is pricy and the only option for food once youre there.

Sandra

Jun 2025

Verified booking

4/5

Communication was confusing - given two different pick up locations so had to go to the office to clarify the day before. The trip itself was long but you got to see the coast and various holiday resorts outside of Athens. More information along the route about these would be good. No stops on the way - it was a long wait for the actual sunset before rushing to leave on the coach again. Only seating was in the Temple restaurant which was very basic, busy and expensive. Overall not a bad excursion but not the best.

Explore the majestic Temple of Poseidon perched at the tip of Cape Sounion.

Accompany an expert guide to learn more about the monument.

Bask in unparalleled panoramic views of Sounion from the southeastern peak.

Soak in the jaw-droppingly brilliant sunset over the Aegean Sea.

Sunset tour of Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon

English-speaking archaeologist guide

Entrance fee to the archaeological site of Sounion (€20)

Guided tour of archaeological sites

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Laura
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
This was an excellent tour! Our guide, Stephanos did an amazing job at telling engaging stories about ancient Greek history. The only thing is that the buses do not leave from the location indicated. Luckily, I had seen other reviews mentioning this and called the office to find out the right pick up location. Other than that, truly worth the while!
Kristine
Oct 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Vassillis was a great tour guide, very funny. The coach was comfortable. We weren't lucky with the weather but the views were incredible regardless. Top tip, take some snacks as the restaurant is pricy and the only option for food once youre there.
Cassia
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
It was nice to get transport out! Our guide told lots of stories on the way to the temple. Watching (most) of the sunset was a nice way to relax.
Dorothea
Oct 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Great destination . Special feature of the evening hours ... Unfortunately it was very cramped in the bus! Hardly any room for the legs ...
Lorena
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Highly recommend the experience and the company!

Your tour will begin at the Halandri Metro station in Athens. You will meet your tour guide aboard the air-conditioned tour bus. You will reach the cape just in time to catch the enchanting sunset. Your guide will tell you several intriguing facts and myths about Cape Sounion. It’s interesting to note that Sounion is also mentioned in Homer’s legendary epic, The Odyssey.

The Temple of Poseidon was a popular destination for famous poets and writers from across the world. The English poet Lord Byron is said to have left his signature on the temple marble nearly two centuries ago. Once you are done exploring the temple, spend a few tranquil moments on the coast, watching the sun disappear below the horizon. On your way back, you can visit the Athens Riviera and walk along the promenade. Several of the charming waterfront cafes are certainly worth a visit.

Temple of Poseidon

Monday	09:00am - 06:30pm	last entry 06:10pm
Tuesday	09:00am - 06:30pm	last entry 06:10pm
Wednesday	09:00am - 06:30pm	last entry 06:10pm
Thursday	09:00am - 06:30pm	last entry 06:10pm
Friday	09:00am - 06:30pm	last entry 06:10pm
Saturday	09:00am - 06:30pm	last entry 06:10pm
Sunday	09:00am - 06:30pm	last entry 06:10pm

Additional information

The entrance fee to archeological sites is NOT included with the ticket price. It costs 10 EUR to enter the archaeological site of Sounion.

EU citizens under the age of 25 and non-EU citizens under 5, enjoy free entry!

Wear comfortable walking shoes. A hat might be a useful accessory as well, especially in summer.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

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