Day Trips

From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Tour with Entry Tickets

4.4/5(87)

Stephanie L

Solo

Verified booking

5 days ago

Comfortable bus journey. The audio guide for the bus journey was fantastic. No audio guide for Poseidon, it's a DIY for information on the temple (Google has always been a good friend). Sunset was VERY beautiful. Went in September and wasn't crowded.

Cesar G

Family

Verified booking

Yesterday

Meetup point is clear Big group on a large bus, AC not so good Tickets were delayed, we waited for maybe 20-25 mins before someone arrived to buy it for the group Temple of Poseidon was awesome Our guide Dora was great Trip back to Athens and drop offs were good

Adriana B

Couple

Verified booking

Aug 2026

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.

Evelyne R

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The bus arrived on time, and our guide was very friendly; he used simple words to explain what we were going to see. He recommended that we use headphones for the audio tour. We stopped at the scenic overlook. The temple at sunset is wonderful—the view from up there is enchanting!

łUkasz K

Family

Verified booking

Aug 2026

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

2 weeks ago

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!

Enjoy an unhurried visit, with commentary in six languages that you control, so you can pause, rewind, and linger longer at Cape Sounion viewpoints.

Arrive at your chosen afternoon departure, meet your escort, receive basic instructions, then join the group as you set off together from Athens.

Ride an air-conditioned bus along the coast, stop at viewpoints for photos, then arrive with entry included at the Temple of Poseidon.

Walk into the Temple of Poseidon, roam the ruins and cliffs at your rhythm, and watch the sea and sky gradually shift color as dusk approaches.

Temple of Poseidon entry tickets

Audio guide in 6 languages

English speaking escort in the bus

Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus

Photo stops

Guide at the monument

Food and beverages

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
Evelyne R
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The bus arrived on time, and our guide was very friendly; he used simple words to explain what we were going to see. He recommended that we use headphones for the audio tour. We stopped at the scenic overlook. The temple at sunset is wonderful—the view from up there is enchanting!
Cesar G
Family
Verified booking
Yesterday
Meetup point is clear Big group on a large bus, AC not so good Tickets were delayed, we waited for maybe 20-25 mins before someone arrived to buy it for the group Temple of Poseidon was awesome Our guide Dora was great Trip back to Athens and drop offs were good
Stephanie L
Solo
Verified booking
5 days ago
Comfortable bus journey. The audio guide for the bus journey was fantastic. No audio guide for Poseidon, it's a DIY for information on the temple (Google has always been a good friend). Sunset was VERY beautiful. Went in September and wasn't crowded.
Tracy K
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
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!
Helen L
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Alice tour guide was lovely , tour exactly as described Easy pick up and drop off. Nice to have a restaurant and rest rooms on site

Visit Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon with round-trip bus transport, entry ticket, and a multilingual audio guide.

Getting started

Board your round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus at the designated departure point and take your seat for the journey to Cape Sounion. Your English speaking escort in the bus explains the plan for the trip and timings. Once everyone is on board, you set off along the coastal road toward the Temple of Poseidon.

Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

What to expect

You travel by road from Athens to Cape Sounion, where the Temple of Poseidon stands on a headland above the sea. Time at the site combines coastal views, brief photo stops, and independent exploration using your audio guide in 6 languages.

Features

On the way to Cape Sounion, the bus route includes scheduled photo stops so you can step off briefly and capture the coastal scenery before continuing.

Your Temple of Poseidon entry tickets are included, allowing you to enter the archaeological site directly on arrival without arranging separate admission.

An audio guide in 6 languages is available for you to use during the visit, allowing you to listen in your preferred language while you move around the temple and surrounding area at your own pace.

Throughout the journey, an English speaking escort in the bus is available to share practical information, coordinate timings at Cape Sounion, and assist with any questions related to the trip logistics.

What to Bring

Shoes: Please wear comfortable walking shoes to ensure you can enjoy the experience with ease throughout the tour.

Camera: Do bring your camera or smartphone so you can capture the scenic views at the photo stops.

What’s Not Allowed

Pets: You are not allowed to bring pets on this tour, so please make alternative arrangements.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access: This experience is not suitable for wheelchair users due to the terrain and walking conditions.

Additional information

Departure times May–Aug: Departures are at 4:30pm from Omonoia, 4:45pm from Old Parliament, and 5pm from Melina Mercouri/Plaka.

Departure times September: Departures are at 4pm from Omonoia, 4:15pm from Old Parliament, and 4:30pm from Melina Mercouri/Plaka.

Departure times October: Departures are at 3:00pm from Omonoia, 3:15pm from Old Parliament, and 3:30pm from Melina Mercouri/Plaka.

Departure times November–February: Departures are at 2pm from Omonoia, 2:15pm from Old Parliament, and 2:30pm from Melina Mercouri/Plaka.

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