Spata Trip Overview
Let us drive you through the city to discover Athens by night and capture the magnificence of the illuminated Archaeological Sites and Monuments of Athens
Once the calm of the magical Greek sunset gives its place to the vast starry Athenian sky the city comes back to life even more brightly lit. Even if you had a day full of sightseeing, strolling through museum halls and walking in the picturesque streets of Plaka you don’t want to miss out on all the fun that takes place during the night.
This night could never be complete without experiencing the fabulous Greek nightlife. You can choose amongst a huge variety of diverse options. If you are more of the fine dining type we can arrange a candle lit gourmet dinner with a breathtaking view.
If you are more of a dancing type you can opt for a more energetic alternative and visit a local restaurant with live Greek music and dancers where you will enjoy a traditional meal and participate in Greek dancing as well.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 hours
Starts: Spata, Greece
Trip Category: Shore Excursions >> Ports of Call Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Spata, Attica, Greece
Let us drive you through the city to discover Athens by night and capture the magnificence of the illuminated Archaeological Sites and Monuments of Athens
Once the calm of the magical Greek sunset gives its place to the vast starry Athenian sky the city comes back to life even more brightly lit. Even if you had a day full of sightseeing, strolling through museum halls and walking in the picturesque streets of Plaka you don’t want to miss out on all the fun that takes place during the night.
This night could never be complete without experiencing the fabulous Greek nightlife. You can choose amongst a huge variety of diverse options. If you are more of the fine dining type we can arrange a candle lit gourmet dinner with a breathtaking view.
If you are more of a dancing type you can opt for a more energetic alternative and visit a local restaurant with live Greek music and dancers where you will enjoy a traditional meal and participate in Greek dancing as well.
Stop At: Acropolis, via Dionysiou Areopagitou str., Athens 105 58 Greece
This driving night tours will take you to all the must-see sights of Athens. If you are visiting Athens for the first time, this tour provides an excellent introduction to one of the greatest cities of the ancient world.
During your driving tour (approx. 2 hrs) you will see:
– Propylaea,
– The Parthenon
– Erechtheion
– The Temple of Athena Nike,
Looking down from the Acropolis you’ll see the two ancient theaters in its shadow:
– The Theater of Dionysus , the oldest Greek theater (built in the 5th century BC),
– Odeon of Herod Atticus, erected in AD 161. The site hosts performances for the summer Athens Festival.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Temple of Olympian Zeus, Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas Leoforos Amalias, Athens 105 57 Greece
The Temple of Olympian Zeus, also known as the Olympieion or Columns of the Olympian Zeus, is a former colossal temple at the center of the Greece capital Athens. It was dedicated to “Olympian” Zeus, a name originating from his position as head of the Olympian gods.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Panathenaic Stadium, Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue opposite the statue of Myron Discobolus, Athens 116 35 Greece
The Panathenaic Stadium or Kallimarmaro is a multi-purpose stadium in Athens, Greece. One of the main historic attractions of Athens,it is the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Mount Lycabettus, Athens Greece
Lycabettus hill also known as Lycabettos, Lykabettos or Lykavittos is a Cretaceous limestone hill in Athens, Greece at 300 meters (908 feet) above sea level.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Arch of Hadrian (Pili tou Adrianou), Leoforos Amalias, Athens Greece
The Arch of Hadrian, most commonly known in Greek as Hadrian’s Gate, is a monumental gateway resembling – in some respects – a Roman triumphal arch. It has been proposed that the arch was built to celebrate the adventus (arrival) of the Roman Emperor Hadrian and to honor him for his many benefactions to the city.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Changing of the Guard Ceremony, Syntagma Square Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Athens 10557 Greece
One of the most unique experiences is the changing of the guards in Athens. The presidential guards or Evzones, guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Hellenic Parliament building around the clock, through the coldest winter night or hottest summer day. Evzones are an elite unit of the Greek army and it is a very high honour for a Greek guard to be selected as an Evzone
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Microlimano, Akti Koumoundourou, Athens Greece
Mikrolimano it is a popular location, attracting people from all over Athens. It is a beautiful little harbour with fishing boats, small boats and luxury yachts. If you like fish and seafood have lunch or dinner at one of its famous taverns. many Greek films have used this location because of its idyllic atmosphere.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Plaka, Athens 10556 Greece
Pláka (Greek: Πλάκα) is the old historical neighborhood of Athens, clustered around the northern and eastern slopes of the Acropolis, and incorporating labyrinthine streets and neoclassical architecture. Plaka is built on top of the residential areas of the ancient town of Athens. It is known as the “Neighborhood of the Gods” due to its proximity to the Acropolis and its many archaeological site
Duration: 10 minutes
