Landmarks

From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Tour

Name: From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Tour
Start: 2026-11-09T15:00:00
End: 2026-11-09T20:00:00
Location: Athens

4.5/5(2,078)

Mustafa H

Group

Verified booking

6 days ago

The afternoon visit with a picturesque view at sunset from the Temple was really magnificent. The trip was rather long, but it was accompanied by our personal guide and an audio device. The story of the Temple and the places along the way was very interesting and educational. It was very windy at the Temple because Poseidon has been angry for not being chosen instead of Athens as the protector of the city.

Cheryl W

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Breathtaking adventure! Tour guide was ok but not the best . Bus was a bit dirty. It would have been better with more discussion of what we were passing through... The site is magnificent however

Kenza B

Couple

Verified booking

Oct 2026

The bus was comfortable, the instructions were clear, and the guides were friendly. The place is magnificent and well worth the trip, and it also lets you see the coast along the way. It's a shame that it was a bit poorly managed; there was no room for us on the bus and we had to wait for the next one, even though we arrived early as planned. Then, the bus took a long time to leave.

John M

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Once the tour started it was enjoyable, the guide was good and knowledgable. The start was chaotic, not sure what went wrong, i think wifi but we all waited 20-30 minutes in full sun outside the bus, even though we had etickets. Overall though an enjoyable trip.

Bethany P

Group

Verified booking

Oct 2026

The tour was a relaxing drive to The Temple of Poseidon. The tour was guided by a recording with information about areas along the hour drive. There was ample time at the temple to take pictures and have a self guided tour.

Karen S

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

It was an amazing setting. Unfortunately no time to stop on the way for photos but did so on our return. Quick entry with our tickets. Unfortunately a photograph is group we're all set up for sunset shots. So we had to move on. But we were able to get some good shots. It was a windy day but we were prepared.

Enjoy a hassle-free trip from Athens to Cape Sounion with round-trip AC bus/coach transfers from a centrally located meeting point.

Follow the journey with a multilingual audio guide, or choose an option with an English-speaking archaeologist guide for deeper insights into the region's history and mythology.

Drive along the Athenian Riviera, passing golden beaches, seaside resorts, and dramatic coastal landscapes on your way to Greece's southernmost peninsula.

Explore the Temple of Poseidon perched high above the Aegean Sea, wander around the ancient sanctuary, and take in sweeping coastal views from one of Attica's most scenic clifftop locations.

Upgrade your experience with Temple of Poseidon entry tickets and the expertise of an English-speaking archaeologist guide.

5-hour tour of Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion

Round-trip AC coach transfers from central locations in Athens

English-speaking driver

English-speaking archaeologist guide (as per option selected)

Entry tickets to Temple of Poseidon (as per option selected)

Audio guide in multiple languages (as per option selected)

TOTAL DURATION5 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Timeline
Map
Start point
Doukissis Plakentias
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1. Temple of Poseidon
Tickets not included
Guided tour & Explore place
Behold the Temple of Poseidon, perched majestically on Cape Sounion since the 5th century BC. Here, ancient myths, stunning vistas, and sea breeze converge, offering a one-of-a-kind journey through history, culture, and natural beauty.
2. Cape Sounion
Guided tour, Explore place & Sunset
End point
Doukissis Plakentias
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

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
Mustafa H
Group
Verified booking
6 days ago
The afternoon visit with a picturesque view at sunset from the Temple was really magnificent. The trip was rather long, but it was accompanied by our personal guide and an audio device. The story of the Temple and the places along the way was very interesting and educational. It was very windy at the Temple because Poseidon has been angry for not being chosen instead of Athens as the protector of the city.
Kenza B
Couple
Verified booking
Oct 2026
The bus was comfortable, the instructions were clear, and the guides were friendly. The place is magnificent and well worth the trip, and it also lets you see the coast along the way. It's a shame that it was a bit poorly managed; there was no room for us on the bus and we had to wait for the next one, even though we arrived early as planned. Then, the bus took a long time to leave.
John M
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Once the tour started it was enjoyable, the guide was good and knowledgable. The start was chaotic, not sure what went wrong, i think wifi but we all waited 20-30 minutes in full sun outside the bus, even though we had etickets. Overall though an enjoyable trip.
Cheryl W
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Breathtaking adventure! Tour guide was ok but not the best . Bus was a bit dirty. It would have been better with more discussion of what we were passing through... The site is magnificent however
Rosemary M
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Easy quick entry. Guide knew the best place to take photos. She spoke very quickly so we found it difficult to understand all of her commentary

What to bring

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

The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.

This experience is pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Entry to the Temple of Poseidon is not included in all tickets and must be paid separately at the site, unless you have selected an option with entry included.

Head to Doukissis Plakentias, Chalandri 152 34, Athens, Greece, where your guide will meet you right outside the Halandri metro station (Blue Line). Arrive at least 10 to 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to ensure a smooth departure.

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

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.