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Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Guided Sunset Tour

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Ruins of Poseidon temple at Cape Sounion during dawn, part of Athens hop-on-hop-off bus tour.
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Duration

5 hr

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09:00am - 06:30pm

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Enjoy a captivating guided tour of Cape Sounion and the iconic Temple of Poseidon, rich in history and stunning coastal views.

    • Explore the majestic Temple of Poseidon perched at the tip of Cape Sounion.

    • Accompany an expert guide to learn more about the monument.

    • Bask in unparalleled panoramic views of Sounion from the southeastern peak.

    • Soak in the jaw-droppingly brilliant sunset over the Aegean Sea.

    • Sunset tour of Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon

    • English-speaking archaeologist guide

    • Entry to the Temple of Poseidon

    • Entrance fee to the archaeological site of Sounion (€10)

    • Guided tour of archaeological sites

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Guests from United States, United Kingdom, Spain and over 29 countries have loved this experience

    Collin MacIsaac Monesmith

    Collin

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Very interesting information and the guide was educational! The views were spectacular and so beautiful...the temple itself is breathtaking and so is the sunset. Definitely recommend!
    Andrea Malandrino

    Andrea

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Beautiful experience, outstanding guide, breathtaking views--absolutely recommended. I recommend getting temple tickets before arriving.
    Sandra Solway

    Sandra

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Communication was confusing - given two different pick up locations so had to go to the office to clarify the day before. The trip itself was long but you got to see the coast and various holiday resorts outside of Athens. More information along the route about these would be good. No stops on the way - it was a long wait for the actual sunset before rushing to leave on the coach again. Only seating was in the Temple restaurant which was very basic, busy and expensive. Overall not a bad excursion but not the best.
    ANA MARIA MARTINEZ BLANCO

    Ana

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    The experience went well but we could not go through the coast road because of the fires. I think they should have warned us earlier so that we could have made our own decision.
    Beatrice Monika Haas

    Beatrice

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Pick up point easily to found, very nice, helpfull guide ( Sotris and Co-guide and driver) , good informations: a very nice trip for sunset -lovers.
  • Your tour will begin at the Halandri Metro station in Athens. You will meet your tour guide aboard the air-conditioned tour bus. You will reach the cape just in time to catch the enchanting sunset. Your guide will tell you several intriguing facts and myths about Cape Sounion. It’s interesting to note that Sounion is also mentioned in Homer’s legendary epic, The Odyssey.

    The Temple of Poseidon was a popular destination for famous poets and writers from across the world. The English poet Lord Byron is said to have left his signature on the temple marble nearly two centuries ago. Once you are done exploring the temple, spend a few tranquil moments on the coast, watching the sun disappear below the horizon. On your way back, you can visit the Athens Riviera and walk along the promenade. Several of the charming waterfront cafes are certainly worth a visit.

  • Temple of Poseidon

    Monday09:00am - 06:30pmlast entry 06:10pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 06:30pmlast entry 06:10pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 06:30pmlast entry 06:10pm
    Thursday09:00am - 06:30pmlast entry 06:10pm
    Friday09:00am - 06:30pmlast entry 06:10pm
    Saturday09:00am - 06:30pmlast entry 06:10pm
    Sunday09:00am - 06:30pmlast entry 06:10pm
  • Additional information

    • The entrance fee to archeological sites is NOT included with the ticket price. It costs 10 EUR to enter the archaeological site of Sounion.

    • EU citizens under the age of 25 and non-EU citizens under 5, enjoy free entry!

    • Wear comfortable walking shoes. A hat might be a useful accessory as well, especially in summer.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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