Landmarks

From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Tour

Name: From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Tour
Start: 2026-07-07T17:00:00
End: 2026-07-07T22:00:00
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

Open today

9:00am - 6:30pm

Free cancellation

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

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Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Transfers available

Pickup available

4.5/5(1,992)

Emma S

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

Really nice spot to see the sunset even though a little crowd. I was afraid that if I took the 16:30 trip wouldnt see the sunset, but the trip is all organised to wait till sunset is finished (You will save some time if you take the following trips and still see the sunset). Really nice guides (also spanish speakers).

Mark B

Group

Verified booking

Jun 2026

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.

Jose Y

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

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.

Emily B

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks 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

3 weeks ago

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

2 weeks ago

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 !

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
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.

1,992 reviews
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What our guests say
Lynda H
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks 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
3 weeks ago
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.
Emma S
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
Really nice spot to see the sunset even though a little crowd. I was afraid that if I took the 16:30 trip wouldnt see the sunset, but the trip is all organised to wait till sunset is finished (You will save some time if you take the following trips and still see the sunset). Really nice guides (also spanish speakers).
Mark B
Group
Verified booking
Jun 2026
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.
Jose Y
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
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.

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.