Landmarks

From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Tour

Name: From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Tour
Start: 2026-09-01T16:00:00
End: 2026-09-01T21:00:00
Location: Athens

4.5/5(2,024)

Yuliia B

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We had a fantastic trip to Cape Sounion! The entire experience was exceptionally well-organized from start to finish. A huge thank you to the team for being so accommodating and flexible—they went out of their way to pick us up directly in Voula instead of the standard meeting point and dropped us safely back in Voula afterward. That extra touch made our trip completely stress-free and smooth. We are extremely satisfied with the service and couldn't have asked for a better experience. Highly recommended!

Adriana B

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

It was a wonderful experience! Probably the most impressive activity of my entire stay in Athens. Everything was well organized, and our guide, George, was great company during the trip. If you choose the option that includes the ticket, it will be provided to you before you arrive at Cape Sounio.

łUkasz K

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

It was a great experience, it's great to see the temple of Poseidon and the views around are just magical. The sunset was spectacular and totally worth it. The restaurant was good and meals priced fair, just watch out for big hornets flying around the outside dinning area pinching food.

Tracy K

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

This was an amazing tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable of the area and views at sunset were breathtaking. We were surprised that their was a restaurant at the site and enjoyed a great dinner right before the sunset. 10 out of 10!

Chutardary P

Group

Verified booking

Aug 2026

The bus ride to the Temple of Poseidon was pleasant. The guide provided commentary throughout the trip. Once we arrived at the site, we were able to enjoy exploring it.

Jose Y

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

The trip to Sounion is lovely; you pass some beautiful beaches along the way. When we arrived, we climbed up to the temple, and the views were spectacular. There aren't nearly as many ruins as there are at the Acropolis, but the site itself at sunset is absolutely breathtaking.

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
Adriana B
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
It was a wonderful experience! Probably the most impressive activity of my entire stay in Athens. Everything was well organized, and our guide, George, was great company during the trip. If you choose the option that includes the ticket, it will be provided to you before you arrive at Cape Sounio.
łUkasz K
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
It was a great experience, it's great to see the temple of Poseidon and the views around are just magical. The sunset was spectacular and totally worth it. The restaurant was good and meals priced fair, just watch out for big hornets flying around the outside dinning area pinching food.
Chutardary P
Group
Verified booking
Aug 2026
The bus ride to the Temple of Poseidon was pleasant. The guide provided commentary throughout the trip. Once we arrived at the site, we were able to enjoy exploring it.
Yuliia B
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
We had a fantastic trip to Cape Sounion! The entire experience was exceptionally well-organized from start to finish. A huge thank you to the team for being so accommodating and flexible—they went out of their way to pick us up directly in Voula instead of the standard meeting point and dropped us safely back in Voula afterward. That extra touch made our trip completely stress-free and smooth. We are extremely satisfied with the service and couldn't have asked for a better experience. Highly recommended!
Tracy K
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
This was an amazing tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable of the area and views at sunset were breathtaking. We were surprised that their was a restaurant at the site and enjoyed a great dinner right before the sunset. 10 out of 10!

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.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

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.