Athens (Port of Piraeus) Excursions and Tours

Experience the wonders of Athens without the crowds as we explore the fascinating Acropolis from Piraeus Port! Gaze at architectural marvels like the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, and the legendary Parthenon, soaking in the timeless beauty of these ancient monuments.

Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate

Delve into the fascinating history of Athens, where democracy was born and shaped. Explore Acropolis, a symbol of ancient Athenian power and ideology, and Ancient Agora, the bustling heart of ancient Athens, where political, commercial, and administrative life converged.

Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate

See ancient Piraeus' relics at the Archaeological Museum, sample Greek snacks in a popular promenade, and more on this private city tour in Athens.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Snacks, Beverages
Activity Level: Moderate

Enjoy free time exploring Syntagma Square to see the city Christmas tree, visit the Acropolis, and more on this holiday time tour in Athens.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Snack, Beverage
Activity Level: Moderate

This intimate post cruise cooking experience invites you into a local Athens home for a hands-on introduction to authentic Greek cuisine just a short drive from the Port of Piraeus. Guided by a passionate local host, you prepare classic Greek dishes using family recipes while learning about Greece's food traditions and cultural rituals. The experience ends with a shared meal, local wine, and traditional sweets that make for a warm and memorable farewell to Athens.

Shore Excursion Size: Small
Shore Excursion Type: Culinary / Food
Food/Beverage: Beverage, Meal Included
Activity Level: Easy

Explore Athens, Piraeus, Glyfada, and Vouliagmeni at your own pace with a 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket, including admission to the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Acropolis Museum.

Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Easy

Explore the historic port of Piraeus at your own pace aboard a hop-on hop-off mini train, with convenient stops near shopping districts, marinas, waterfront promenades, and cultural landmarks.

Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Easy

Delve into the ancient world and uncover the profound significance of the Ancient Olympics. Explore the echoes of ancient glory as you wander through the Zappeion's storied halls. Compete in the Panathenaic Stadium made entirely of marble.

Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate

A picturesque private tour of Athens is sure to deliver memories lasting a lifetime.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: None
Activity Level: Moderate

Get the cultural experience of a lifetime and explore some of ancient Athens' premier attractions, including the Acropolis, the Dionysus Theater, the Parthenon and more when you take this private, guided walking tour.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate

The essential flavors of Athenian culture are at your fingertips with this culinary and historical visit to Athens.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Meal & Beverage
Activity Level: Moderate

This private, full-day tour will take you to Athens must-see sights including the Panathenaic Stadium and the Athens Acropolis with its Temple of Zeus and the Parthenon. Along the way, you will shop in the traditional settlement of Plaka and dine on sumptuous Greek fare.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Lunch is Included.
Activity Level: Moderate

Visit some of the most prestigious Christian Byzantine monuments of Athens including the Metropolitan Cathedral and the ancient cathedral in Athens as well as the remarkable churches of Agios Nikolaos Ragavas and Agia Ekaterini in Plaka. Round out your experience with a visit to the prestigious Christian and Byzantine Museum of Athens.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Beverage
Activity Level: Moderate

This half day tour is ideal for those who want to see the major attractions of Athens. Afterward, sit down with an Athenian family and experience the history and culture of Greek food with a homemade buffet.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Greek Buffet and Beverages
Activity Level: Easy

Indulge in the "gold of Peloponnese" with a rich wine tasting, visit Nemea, take photos at the Corinth Canal, and more on this scenic tour in Athens.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Culinary / Food
Food/Beverage: Snacks and beverage
Activity Level: Moderate

Explore the hidden spots of ancient Athens for a crowd-free, private experience, including the Plaka, Monastiraki and more when you book this private tour.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate

Catch stunning views of Athens' iconic sites like the Acropolis, the Panathenaic Olympic Stadium, and more on this guided Athens pre-cruise city tour and transfer to your ship.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Transfers
Food/Beverage: None
Activity Level: Moderate

Admire the Dani Monastery's stunning mosaics, stroll Plaka's cafe-lined streets, roam among the Acropolis' ruins, and more on this scenic Athens tour.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Beverage
Activity Level: Moderate

Get aerial views from a mountaintop, travel through an underground railway, and more when you embark on this epic private tour in Athens.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate

Relax on the white sands of Vouliagmeni's cosmopolitan beach, roam the streets of Athens oldest neighborhood, and more on this private full-day tour.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Beach
Food/Beverage: None
Activity Level: Moderate

Make a true escape from Athens and discover an authentic taste of Greece with this exclusive, small group tour as you journey to Parnitha National Park and experience panoramic views, warm hospitality and adventure.

Shore Excursion Size: Small
Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Food/Beverage: Lunch
Activity Level: Moderate

Experience Athens like never before with our tour, a half-day excursion that delves into the city's vibrant and dynamic street art scene. Traverse through various neighborhoods, each rich in its own tapestry of beauty and style.

Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate

Savor authentic Greek flavors on a guided food tour of Athens featuring traditional deli tastings, local street food, and a freshly prepared meal. Explore the city's lively heart, visit hidden gems loved by locals, and end with handmade baklava and unique Greek ice cream. Enjoy a delicious way to experience Athens in just a few hours, with vegetarian options available upon request.

Shore Excursion Size: Small
Shore Excursion Type: Culinary / Food
Food/Beverage: Beverage, Meal Included
Activity Level: Easy

For guests interested in Greek art, sculpture and history, this city orientation and visit to the museum is a perfect overview.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate

For guests desiring an introduction to the highlights of the city and exploration into the ancient history of Athens, this half-day program will do both.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate

For guests who want the flexibility of designing their own full day itinerary, a private car and driver for 8 hours is the answer. For your guidance, please see our organized tours for this port to get ideas of sites to see and estimate if you need a half day or full day program.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Easy

For guests who want the flexibility of designing their own half day itinerary, a private car and driver for 4 hours is the answer. For your guidance, please see our organized tours for this port to get ideas of sites to see and estimate if you need a half day or full day program.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Easy

Visit one of the most important areas of Ancient Greece and two UNESCO World Heritage sites on this full day program to the Peloponnese.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Lunch, Beverage Included
Activity Level: Moderate

Climb the Acropolis, take an orientation tour of Athen's major sites, then enjoy free time on your own in the enchanting Plaka.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate

Considered one of the most important ancient sights in all of Greece, the ruins of Delphi, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and its museum await you on this full day tour.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Beverage, Lunch Included
Activity Level: Difficult

For guests who want to escape the large bus crowd and tour the sites that interest them most at their own pace, a private car and professional licensed guide for 8 hours is the answer. For your guidance, please see our organized tours for this port to get ideas of sites to see and estimate if you need a half day or full day program.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Easy

For guests who want to escape the large bus crowd and tour the sites that interest them most at their own pace, a private car and professional licensed guide for 4 hours is the answer. For your guidance, please see our organized tours for this port to get ideas of sites to see and estimate if you need a half day or full day program.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Easy

Set out on a full day tour to explore the significant historical and archeological monuments of Athens, and one of the most important sanctuaries in Attica, the sanctuary of Poseidon at Sounion.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Lunch, Beverage Included
Activity Level: Moderate

This half-day program visits a site that has been described in history, fiction and myth for more than 2,500 years.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Moderate

For guests not up to the walking and climbing to see the city in depth, this driving tour will show you many of the city's most important sites.

Shore Excursion Size: Private
Shore Excursion Type: Walking Tour
Food/Beverage: Not Included
Activity Level: Easy