Visit one of the world's great museums, the National Archaeological Museum of Athens on this three-hour private walking tour. The museum houses the most important finds from Greece's archaeological sights. You will also pass many historical sites of Athens including the House of Parliament with the world famous Evzones.
Highlights
- Private 3-hour walking tour of the National Archaeological Museum
- See archaeological exhibits including ancient grave stones at the Syntagma Metro station
- Visit the Academy of Sciences and the Numismatic museum
- Enjoy privileged, personalized attention from your guide on this special private walking tour
Syntagma Metro station, where your tour begins contains many archaeological exhibits including ancient grave stones, an aqueduct from the 5th century BC, pottery, a 2,000-year old beehive and a mosaic from the 5th century AD.
See the House of Parliament, guarded by elite soldiers known as Evzones. The tomb of the Unknown soldier can be found at the front of the building.
Heading down El. Venizelos Street you will see the Numismatic museum comprising 400,000 coins from ancient Greek, Hellenic, Roman and Byzantine times. The building was once the home of the celebrated archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann.
See three beautiful neoclassical buildings - The Academy of Sciences, the University and the Library all decorated with exquisite statues and sculptures. Taking the metro from Panepistimio Station to Victoria, you will walk to the National Archaeological Museum, the largest and most representative archaeological museum in Greece. You will be guided through the most interesting exhibits and have an opportunity to get acquainted with periods of Greek History and Art.
Schedule Details
Private Walking Tour: National Archaeological Museum
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9:30am (if you prefer a different time, you MUST advise at the time of booking, changes are not permitted after booking)
Duration:3 hours (approx.)
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Additional Information
- Athens Guide magazine
- Athens Map
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- During winter (November 1 to March 31) the latest starting time for tours will be 11:30am due to earlier closing times for archaeological sites and museums
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