Guided Tours

Guided Tour of Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion from Athens

4,4/5(92)

Stephanie L

Sólo

Overená rezervácia

Minulý týždeň

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.

Melodie C

Sólo

Overená rezervácia

Predvčerom

I booked the trip last minute, they said it started at 4:00 and to be at the meeting point 15minutes early. When I arrived I was told that the trip didn't start until 4:30. The coach was very nice and comfortable. The audio guide and tour guide both provided excellent information about the towns along the way. We had about 1.5 hours at the Temple. There was time to see the temple as well as have a meal or drink if you wanted.

Maria O

Skupina

Overená rezervácia

Dnes

Well organised, Effie was a lovely, friendly guide. The transfer was very comfortable with audio guide explaining the history of the areas as you travel along the coast. Temple entrance tickets provided on the transfer. Beautiful views of the riviera on the way there and back. The Temple and surroundings are stunning, especially at sunset. Well worth the trip!

Cesar G

Rodina

Overená rezervácia

Pred 6 dňami

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

Cato E

Pár

Overená rezervácia

Minulý týždeň

Het was zeker de moeite om te gaan. Enkel was het niet duidelijk welk bedrijf dit regelde net zoals het niet duidelijk was dat de plaats van afspraak nog 30 min later was dan op de site stond.

Adriana B

Pár

Overená rezervácia

8/2026

È stata una bellissima esperienza! Probabilmente l'attività più impressionante di tutto il soggiorno ad Atene. Tutto è stato ben organizzato e la guida George è stata una piacevole compagnia durante il viaggio. Se scegliete l'opzione con il biglietto incluso vi verrà fornito prima dell'arrivo a Capo Sounio.

See Cape Sounion & the legendary Temple of Poseidon with an expert archaeologist guide. Experience one of Attica’s most dramatic coastal viewpoints at the Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon, one of Greece’s finest ancient sites.

Walk the sacred grounds of Cape Sounion and learn the myths behind the Temple of Poseidon.

Hear stories of Aegean legends and the Golden Age of Athens while standing at the same cliffs that inspired poets like Lord Byron, whose engraving still marks the temple.

Enjoy a scenic half-day escape from Athens without the hassle of planning.

A comfortable bus transfer, an English-speaking archaeologist guide, and included audio whispers let you enjoy a smooth, informative visit in just a few hours.

Half-day guided tour of Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion

English-speaking archaeologist guide

Whispers audio set

Entry to Temple of Poseidon

Pick-up & drop-off

Tieto vstupenky môžete zrušiť najneskôr 24 hodín pred začiatkom zážitku a získať späť plnú sumu.

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Melodie C
Sólo
Overená rezervácia
Predvčerom
I booked the trip last minute, they said it started at 4:00 and to be at the meeting point 15minutes early. When I arrived I was told that the trip didn't start until 4:30. The coach was very nice and comfortable. The audio guide and tour guide both provided excellent information about the towns along the way. We had about 1.5 hours at the Temple. There was time to see the temple as well as have a meal or drink if you wanted.
Maria O
Skupina
Overená rezervácia
Dnes
Well organised, Effie was a lovely, friendly guide. The transfer was very comfortable with audio guide explaining the history of the areas as you travel along the coast. Temple entrance tickets provided on the transfer. Beautiful views of the riviera on the way there and back. The Temple and surroundings are stunning, especially at sunset. Well worth the trip!
Evelyne R
Rodina
Overená rezervácia
Pred 2 týždňami
Il pullman è arrivato puntuale, la nostra guida è stata molto simpatica ha usato parole semplici per spiegare ciò che avremmo visto. Ci ha consigliato cuffie per l'audio guida. Abbiamo fatto una pausa al punto panoramico. Il tempio al tramonto è meraviglioso il paesaggio da lassù incantevole!
Cesar G
Rodina
Overená rezervácia
Pred 6 dňami
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
Sólo
Overená rezervácia
Minulý týždeň
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.

A half-day journey to Cape Sounion immerses you in breathtaking Aegean views and the timeless presence of the Temple of Poseidon.

Getting started

Your experience begins in Athens, where you join your English-speaking archaeologist guide and board a comfortable bus toward the southern tip of the Attica Peninsula. The coastal drive offers sweeping sea vistas and sets the tone for a relaxed escape from the city.

What to expect

At Cape Sounion, you’ll explore the cliffside viewpoint surrounding the Temple of Poseidon—one of the most striking landmarks of ancient Greece. While entry to the temple is not included, the grounds offer unobstructed views of its Doric columns, the Aegean Sea, and the very cliff where Lord Byron carved his name. Insightful commentary from your guide adds depth to the myths, maritime history, and architectural significance of this sacred cape.

Features

Archaeologist guide: Gain context and captivating storytelling from an expert who brings the site’s history and legends to life.

Scenic coastal drive: Enjoy a relaxing bus ride along the Saronic Gulf with panoramic sea views throughout the journey.

Temple viewpoint access: Walk the surrounding paths for stunning photo spots around the Temple of Poseidon’s iconic columns.

Lord Byron graffiti spot: See the spot where the Romantic poet etched his name into the temple’s marble—a rare surviving detail.

Audio whispers set: Use included whisper headsets to hear your guide clearly, even in open-air areas.

What to bring

It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes.

Bring along your hat, scarf, sunscreen, sunglasses and water bottle.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID to your guide

If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs

Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays

Meeting Point

Meet your tour guide at KEY TOURS TERMINAL (26 Athanasiou Diakou Str., Athina 117 43, Greece)

Key Tours Terminal is located 3 minutes from the Temple of Olympian Zeus

Getting There

By bus

Nearest transit stop is ‘Makrygiannē’, which is a 2-minute walk from Key Tours Terminal

Bus #1, 5, 040, 230 will get you here

By Metro

Nearest subway station is Acropoli, which is a 2-minute walk from Key Tours Terminal

By Tram

Nearest tram station is ‘Leoforos Vouliagmenis’, a 5-minute walk from Key Tours Terminal

Tram T4 and T5 will get you here.