From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Trip
























From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Trip
Duration: Varies (5 hours to 6 hours)
Varies (5 hours to 6 hours)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus
Expert local tour guide
Expert local tour guide
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Explore ancient wonders with this From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Trip, offering an insightful journey into Greece's rich history. This tour in Athens allows you to witness the majestic Temple of Poseidon and the stunning views from Cape Sounion. Perfect for those eager to delve into landmarks steeped in mythological significance, this trip promises a memorable experience in one of Europe’s most storied cities.
Explore ancient wonders with this From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Trip, offering an insightful journey into Greece's rich history. This tour in Athens allows you to witness the majestic Temple of Poseidon and the stunning views from Cape Sounion. Perfect for those eager to delve into landmarks steeped in mythological significance, this trip promises a memorable experience in one of Europe’s most storied cities.
Embark on a 5-hour guided tour from Athens, led by a licensed archaeologist who brings the myths and legends of ancient Greece vividly to life.
Travel along the stunning Athens Riviera, passing beaches, fishing villages, and seaside resorts while enjoying stories that connect the landscape to Greek history.
Arrive at Cape Sounion, where the majestic Temple of Poseidon towers 70 meters above the Aegean Sea on a dramatic cliffside.
Witness a magical sunset over the Aegean, as the marble columns of the temple glow in golden light and the horizon melts into sea and sky.
Explore the archaeological site in depth, capturing breathtaking photos and learning about the temple’s role in ancient seafaring, mythology, and Greek culture.
5-hour morning/daytime or sunset tour of Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion (as per option selected)
Round-trip AC coach transfers from Athens
English-speaking driver
English-speaking archaeologist guide
Temple of Poseidon entry tickets

Tourists taking selfie at sunset in Archaeological Site of Sounion, Greece.
What to bring
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Bring along your sunglasses, hat, and water bottle for a comfortable experience.
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Wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.
Accessibility
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The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
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This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
Additional information
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Please note that entry to the Temple of Poseidon is not included in the ticket and must be paid for separately at the site.
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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.

Visitors at Cape Sounion enjoying the sunset near the Temple of Poseidon.

Guests watching sunset at Cape Sounion with sea and mountains in background.

Tourists taking selfie at sunset in Archaeological Site of Sounion, Greece.

Visitors at Cape Sounion enjoying the sunset near the Temple of Poseidon.

Guests watching sunset at Cape Sounion with sea and mountains in background.
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