Landmarks

From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Trip

Name: From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Trip
Start: 2026-06-25T13:00:00
End: 2026-06-25T18:00:00
Location: Athens

Temple of Poseidon at sunset with visitors seated on ancient stones.

Tourists watching sunset at Archaeological Site of Sounion with sea and boats in view.

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

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

Duration

5 hrs - 6 hrs

Open today

9:00am - 6:30pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

4.5/5(1,934)

Mark B

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Watching the sunset from the Temple of Poseidon was a wonderful experience. It was a real change of scenery and very relaxing. The bus was air-conditioned, the audio guide provided by the company helped us better understand various historical aspects, and the guide shared some pretty interesting information with us.

Emily B

Solo

Verified booking

4 days ago

The sunset over the temple was absolutely stunning. Make sure you get tickets or get in the line well before the gate closes at 8:30. We got in the line around 8:05 and barely made it in at 8:28. Otherwise, it's a wonderful experience.

Roland B

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

We had a wonderful trip, with great information about the places and their history, and on the way back, our tour guide treated us to a little sing-along. Maus and Cape Sounion at sunset, with the Temple of Poseidon, is a must-see.

Thomas M

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

Great tour, all taken care of for you. The guide was instructive, the route scenic, the location picturesque. Only the archeological site isn't as rich as other museums in Athens, but seeing the temple is the most important !

Lynda H

Solo

Verified booking

5 days ago

The journey along the coast was lovely and Sounian is magnificent. I visited it nearly 60 years ago when there were no crowds and probably no restaurant. You could walk into the temple then and it was free. The visit was marred slightly by the misleading information on the pickup time. I got to the Plaka stop at 4.15 as directed on your website and was told the bus was not due to arrive until 5pm - it arrived nearer 5.15 That meant waiting under a hot sun for an hour. Please update your website with the correct information.

Carolina M

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

Very nice trip to Sounio, driving along the coast and seeing many nice places. Once arrived at the temple of Poseidon, the view is very nice and one can roam around a bit and shoot wonderful pictures. Majority of the time though you spend in the bus, to reach and to come back from Sounio. I was glad I could book the tour last-minute, even though the instructions about the meeting point where not clear and, sometimes, contradictory. Overall quite satisfied, I'd recommend it if you have 1-2 days stay over in Athens.

Embark on a 5-hour guided tour from Athens, led by a licensed archaeologist who brings the myths and legends of ancient Greece vividly to life.

Travel along the stunning Athens Riviera, passing beaches, fishing villages, and seaside resorts while enjoying stories that connect the landscape to Greek history.

Arrive at Cape Sounion, where the majestic Temple of Poseidon towers 70 meters above the Aegean Sea on a dramatic cliffside.

Witness a magical sunset over the Aegean, as the marble columns of the temple glow in golden light and the horizon melts into sea and sky.

Explore the archaeological site in depth, capturing breathtaking photos and learning about the temple’s role in ancient seafaring, mythology, and Greek culture.

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

Temple of Poseidon entry tickets

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
Get direction
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
Lynda H
Solo
Verified booking
5 days ago
The journey along the coast was lovely and Sounian is magnificent. I visited it nearly 60 years ago when there were no crowds and probably no restaurant. You could walk into the temple then and it was free. The visit was marred slightly by the misleading information on the pickup time. I got to the Plaka stop at 4.15 as directed on your website and was told the bus was not due to arrive until 5pm - it arrived nearer 5.15 That meant waiting under a hot sun for an hour. Please update your website with the correct information.
Carolina M
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
Very nice trip to Sounio, driving along the coast and seeing many nice places. Once arrived at the temple of Poseidon, the view is very nice and one can roam around a bit and shoot wonderful pictures. Majority of the time though you spend in the bus, to reach and to come back from Sounio. I was glad I could book the tour last-minute, even though the instructions about the meeting point where not clear and, sometimes, contradictory. Overall quite satisfied, I'd recommend it if you have 1-2 days stay over in Athens.
Eliza F
Solo
Verified booking
2 days ago
We were 1 hour late. If I had known we were going to have to wait so long to get picked up, then get back at 10:30pm, I wouldn't have booked it. Part of the reason is the guide has to look up the clients one-by-one and PRINT OUT their receipt as they get onto the bus! This is highly inefficient: We already have receipts via email, and they should be able to just look at it on our phones and let us board, like any other company. I honestly don't know if it was worth it, because then I had to travel home so late.
Mark B
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Watching the sunset from the Temple of Poseidon was a wonderful experience. It was a real change of scenery and very relaxing. The bus was air-conditioned, the audio guide provided by the company helped us better understand various historical aspects, and the guide shared some pretty interesting information with us.
Emily B
Solo
Verified booking
4 days ago
The sunset over the temple was absolutely stunning. Make sure you get tickets or get in the line well before the gate closes at 8:30. We got in the line around 8:05 and barely made it in at 8:28. Otherwise, it's a wonderful experience.

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

Please note that entry to the Temple of Poseidon is not included in the ticket and must be paid for separately at the site.

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.