Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion

Unlock ancient Athens with access to the Acropolis, Parthenon, and more—then chase the sunset at Cape Sounion for one perfectly themed Greek adventure.

Roam the Acropolis, stand before the Parthenon, sit where ancient dramas played in the Theatre of Dionysus, and learn its history via your audio guide.

Cruise the coastal road to Cape Sounion and hear dramatic legends of Poseidon and King Aegeus as you approach the cliffside temple with a multilingual audio guide.

Travel along the Athens Riviera in a private, air-conditioned van, passing beach coves and sea cliffs as the city slowly gives way to open coastline and Cape Sounion.

Stop at Lake Vouliagmeni for a swim in its thermal spa waters, a natural lake known for its steady temperature and peaceful setting (entry ticket not included).

Visit the Temple of Poseidon, perched above the Aegean Pelagus, where you can explore the ancient site at your own pace.

Enjoy the ease of a private transfer with a dedicated driver-guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, and the flexibility to move without crowded buses or fixed group schedules.

Fun fact: The Temple of Poseidon was built around 444 BCE, which happens to be the same year construction on the Parthenon began.

Enjoy seamless sightseeing and great value in one combo with a 2-day HOHO pass, then unwind on a guided sunset trip to Poseidon’s temple.

Explore Athens freely with a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus pass, complete with 35 stops, multilingual audio, free WiFi, a city map, and open-top views of ancient and modern marvels.

Take a scenic drive along the Athens Riviera to Cape Sounion, where your guide brings mythology to life as the sun sets behind the Temple of Poseidon.

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.

See Athens’ ancient wonders and the Aegean coast in one seamless day—includes entry, expert guides, lunch, and sunset views at Cape Sounion.

Walk through history at the Acropolis with your expert guide as you admire the Parthenon, Erechtheion, and Temple of Athena Nike, then explore marble statues and relics up close at the museum.

At Cape Sounion, your guide will reveal the myths behind the Temple of Poseidon, famed for its striking Doric columns and clifftop views over the Aegean.