The Highlight of Our Trip! Our driver, George, truly made our visit to Athens unforgettable. He shared fascinating facts about the city and took us to some of its most beautiful areas, including hidden gems we would have never found on our own. He also recommended some fantastic restaurants that we absolutely loved. At his suggestion, we ended our tour in Sounio, where we witnessed a breathtaking sunset overlooking the Temple of Poseidon — a magical experience. We totally recommend this tour!
Recommended stops
You can visit all the places from the list or pick only the ones you like. Just inform your driver about your choice before the ride. During the stops you can do whatever you want: visit the landmarks, take pictures e.t.c. Take as much time as you want within the overall time limit of the trip.

Acropolis Hill & Museum
The symbol of the capital featuring some of the masterpieces of the Ancient Greek Civilisation and the Museum housing artifacts found in the area.

Constitution Square
The largest square in the city, where the Hellenic Parliament is located in the place of the Old Royal Palace.

Change of Guards
A ceremony following the Presidential Guards marching from the Presidential Mansion to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Constitution Square.

Athens Trilogy
The three indisputable jewels of Athenian neoclassical architecture: The University of Athens, the Academy, and the National Library.
About the ride
Experience Athens and Cape Sounio in comfort with a private and fully personalised sightseeing ride. Together with your English-speaking Welcome Driver, you can choose which places to visit, how long to spend at each stop, and whether to follow our suggested itinerary or create your own custom route.
Your driver is a friendly local professional with excellent knowledge of the area and its highlights. They’ll share useful insights, stories and recommendations along the way, helping you discover Athens like a knowledgeable friend, without the pressure of strict schedules or crowded group tours.
This flexible, door-to-door experience is the easiest and most comfortable way to explore the city’s ancient landmarks, lively neighborhoods and scenic coastline. Choose your pace, personalise your route and enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey designed entirely around your interests.
Suggested Itinerary
Begin your Athens sightseeing ride with a convenient pickup from your hotel or apartment. Your driver will welcome you and introduce you to the day’s highlights as you start your personalised exploration of the city.
Your first main stop can be the iconic
1Acropolis Hill & Museum, where you can admire the legendary Parthenon and the surrounding monuments. Nearby, you may choose to visit the Acropolis Museum, home to magnificent statues and artifacts that showcase the brilliance of ancient Greek civilisation.
Continue with a stroll along Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, a beautiful pedestrian walkway next to the south slope of the Acropolis. Along the way, you can admire the Theatre of Dionysus and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, both steeped in centuries of history and culture.
Next, head toward the heart of the city around
2Constitution Square (Syntagma Square), the central meeting point for locals and visitors. If you are lucky, you may witness the
3Change of Guards ceremony — one of the most iconic traditions of modern Athens. No visit is complete without stopping at
5Panathenaic Stadium (the Panathenaic Stadium), also known as Kallimarmaro, the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble.
Your driver will then take you to
6Lycabettus Hill, Lycabettus Hill, the highest point in Athens. Surrounded by pine trees and offering panoramic views stretching all the way to Piraeus, this is the perfect spot for unforgettable photos and a moment of relaxation.
After descending from the hilltop, your journey continues toward the Athenian Riviera. Travel along the scenic coastline through Glyfada, Voula and Vouliagmeni, lively seaside districts filled with cafés, restaurants and beautiful beaches. You will also have the chance to see
8Vouliagmeni Lake, Vouliagmeni Lake — a unique geological formation with thermal waters and underwater caves.
This coastal setting is ideal for enjoying dinner or a coffee by the sea before continuing toward the southernmost point of Attica.
The final highlight of your day is the majestic
7Cape Sounion, the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion. Perched dramatically on a clifftop surrounded by the Aegean Sea on three sides, this ancient sanctuary was a sacred place for sailors and remains one of the most breathtaking viewpoints in Greece. Explore the archaeological site and enjoy sweeping views of the Aegean and nearby islands. If timed right, the sunset here is truly unforgettable.
After your visit, relax on the coastal drive back to Athens as your Welcome Driver returns you to your accommodation.
Tip: Feel free to adjust the itinerary at any point — add beach stops, spend more time at landmarks or enjoy a longer dinner break. Your driver will happily adapt the experience to your preferences.
Important Notes
➜ Your driver is a local, English-speaking professional. While not a licensed tour guide, they’re always happy to share stories, insights and recommendations — much like a knowledgeable friend showing you around.
➜ Pickup and drop-off are included from any centrally located hotel, B&B or apartment in the city area. Your driver will meet you at the selected location and assist you before the ride begins.
➜ Entrance tickets are not included. Your driver can guide you on the best way to book or purchase them.
➜ The itinerary is flexible — feel free to skip stops, stay longer or add new locations based on your interests and available time.
➜ Please mention any special requirements (service animals, accessibility needs, oversized luggage, etc.) in the booking notes so we can ensure a smooth and comfortable experience
Enjoy your travel to a maximum
Private
You will be picked up by a personal driver at a convenient place and time
Comfortable
Enjoy your trip in a nice air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi
Customizable
Pick the stops and the time you spend on each one
Efficient
Spend less time finding locations and waiting, and more time enjoying your travel
Professional
We hand-pick the best, friendliest and most knowledgeable drivers in the city
Reliable
Our customers rate us excellent on Tripadvisor and other platforms
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Travelers' reviews
Amazing experience! Nikos was super friendly & communicative. Everything went just perfect. I felt like a had a driver and a tourist guide, 2 in 1.
Thank you for this good experience with Welcome pickups ! We had a very nice time on this 2 trips with our driver Serafim and with our drivers from the airport and back ,Nikos and Andreas. We will recommend welcomepickups.com to all our friends who want to have a good time in Greece ! Thank you for this great time in Athens and Delphi . Regards Cristina & Eugen
Today we took the tour “Athens and Cape Sounion” and absolutely loved it. It's actually our last day here, and we already went all around Athens - we wanted to spend our last day with a local who gave us a little more perspective about the Greek history, and that's exactly what we got. After sending one email, we got a very clear email confirming availability. Our amazing tour guide arrived at the hotel even before he promised and then we had a great drive down to Sounion. Barely noticed the time spent in the car as we heard beautiful stories and historical facts by our tour guide, including a few important spots that are must sees. Once we got to beautiful Sounion, we were taken to the best spots. We can confidently say that we made the best out of our day!!
Included in the price
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Hotel pickup and dropoff
- Free wifi onboard
- Fuel and tolls
- Personal English-Speaking professional Driver
Not included
- Entrance fees for all attractions
- Tips and gratuities
- Official Tour Guide - Our drivers are English Speaking and very knowledgeable of the places visited
- Beverages and meals
























