Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Guided Sunset Tour, Athens






















Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Guided Sunset Tour, Athens
Duration: 5 hours
5 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
Expert local tour guide
Expert local tour guide
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Experience the beautiful sunset at Cape Sounion near Athens on this guided tour that combines history and natural beauty. Learn intriguing stories about the Temple of Poseidon, a site linked to ancient legends and visited by famous poets like Lord Byron. This journey offers a memorable glimpse into Greece’s rich cultural past.
Experience the beautiful sunset at Cape Sounion near Athens on this guided tour that combines history and natural beauty. Learn intriguing stories about the Temple of Poseidon, a site linked to ancient legends and visited by famous poets like Lord Byron. This journey offers a memorable glimpse into Greece’s rich cultural past.
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
Entrance fee to the archaeological site of Sounion (€20)
Guided tour of archaeological sites

Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounio overlooking the sea at sunset.
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.

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

Passengers seated inside an AC bus on a one-day guided tour.

Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounio overlooking the sea at sunset.

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

Passengers seated inside an AC bus on a one-day guided tour.

Ruins of Poseidon Temple at Cape Sounion during dawn, Greece.
Additional information
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The entrance fee to archeological sites is NOT included with the ticket price. It costs 10 EUR to enter the archaeological site of Sounion.
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EU citizens under the age of 25 and non-EU citizens under 5, enjoy free entry!
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Wear comfortable walking shoes. A hat might be a useful accessory as well, especially in summer.

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Tourists watching sunset at Archaeological Site of Sounion with sea and boats in view.

Ruins of Poseidon Temple at Cape Sounion during dawn, Greece.

Tour group observing the Changing of the Guard near Westminster Abbey, London.

Tourists watching sunset at Archaeological Site of Sounion with sea and boats in view.
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