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From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Sunset Tour

Aerial view of the ancient Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounio, Attica, Greece during sunset.
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Audio Guide
Tourist watching sunset at Temple of Poseidon, Archaeological Site of Sounion, Greece.
Temple of Poseidon at Sounion during sunset with sea view in the background

Explore the idyllic seaside villages and sandy beaches of the Athens Riviera. Catch a breathtaking sunset at Cape Sounion, next to the ancient Temple of Poseidon.

    • Admire a memorable sunset at Cape Sounion in Greece.

    • See the incredible Temple of Poseidon, built during the Golden Age of Athens. Get a chance to go inside the temple to discover its rich history.

    • Travel through the spectacular Athens Riviera in the comfort of an air-conditioned bus.

    • With an English-speaking driver and escort by your side, learn a great deal about the area.

    • Elevate your experience with an audio guide available in 6 languages or an expert-led tour.

    • Sunset tour from Athens

    • Round-trip transfers

    • Pick up from 3 different meeting points (choose pick-up point at checkout)

    • English-speaking driver/escort

    • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, or Russian on the bus (optional)

    • Experienced English-speaking tour guide (optional)

    • Headphones

    • Entry tickets to the Temple of Poseidon (purchase at entrance)

    • Food & drinks
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Carolina Gomez Lopez

    Carolina

    5/5

    Sep, 2024

    The trip was organized and we left on time, with enough time to tour the place and take spectacular pictures and adequate time to watch the sunset.
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    Julio Colmenares

    Julio

    5/5

    Jun, 2024

    The visit to the attraction was very well organized. Wonderful with the departure time and very convenient with the 3 different dropping points cuisen
    Yohanna Morejon

    Yohanna

    5/5

    Jun, 2024

    Our tour guide was amazing, she provided us with wonderful history and knowledge.,beautiful sunset. Amazing experience
    Mahan Seraj-Hashemi

    Mahan

    5/5

    Feb, 2025

    Really nice, inexpensive tour! The guide is very friendly and explains the surrounding sights on the way to the temple. The sunset up there is a must.
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    Eychenne Catherine

    Eychenne

    3/5

    Dec, 2024

    I would expect to stay fifteen minutes more, because after our departure so 15 minutes later, the temple shone light.... And it would be a must The Sunset but not your fault 😉 Sorry the menu was not reflecting my comment
  • The tour will start from Athens and will take you along the south coast towards the Athens Riviera. You will travel in a premium air-conditioned bus, as you take in the beautiful scenery on the journey. An English speaking guide and escort will accompany your group, giving you a great deal of insight into the area. You will soon reach the Sounion, and be dazzled by the spectacular landscape around you. The Sounion is one of the prominent areas mentioned in Homer’s epic Odyssey. In ancient Greece, the area was a sacred ground dedicated to Athena and Poseidon.

    You can see the marvelous Temple of Poseidon perched on the edge of a cliff, 70 meters above water level. If you wish to explore its interiors, you can buy entry tickets at the temple's entrance.

    Gaze across the Aegean Sea from the cliff, where legend says King Aegeus threw himself off. Your guide will talk about the story behind Aegeus throwing himself off the cliff, while also talking about the significance of the area and its history. You can catch a breathtaking sunset over the sea, which is perfect for some memorable photos.

  • Temple of Poseidon

    Monday09:00 AM - 06:30 PMlast entry 06:10 PM
    Tuesday09:00 AM - 06:30 PMlast entry 06:10 PM
    Wednesday09:00 AM - 06:30 PMlast entry 06:10 PM
    Thursday09:00 AM - 06:30 PMlast entry 06:10 PM
    Friday09:00 AM - 06:30 PMlast entry 06:10 PM
    Saturday09:00 AM - 06:30 PMlast entry 06:10 PM
    Sunday09:00 AM - 06:30 PMlast entry 06:10 PM
  • What to bring

    • Bring along your sunglasses, hat, and water bottle for a comfortable experience.

    What to wear

    • Wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

    Important Information

    • The audio guide is available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Russian.

    • The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.

    • Entry tickets to the Temple of Poseidon can be purchased at the entrance gate.

    • Facilities: Pram/Stroller Accessibility.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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