E- Bike Tour Around Acropolis, Athens

Avoid the uphill walks around the Acropolis and explore the surrounding areas with an E-Bike and a local expert.

Overview

This activity offers a relaxed e-bike ride that will allow you to explore the highlights of Athens in approximately three hours. Your journey begins at The Hill of the Nymphs, where you can admire the breathtaking view of the Acropolis. Pedal away with your guide downhill to the aristocratic Dionysiou Aeropogitou Street, where you'll pass by the Theater of Dionysus and the Acropolis Museum. Take a break at the Hadrian's Arch and view the Temple of Zeus. You can take your time to take pictures and listen to the stories your guide shares about the unique monuments. Hop back on your bike and ride to the National Gardens, right behind the Presidential Mansion. Here you might get a chance to catch the Change of Guards, which takes place every hour in front of the Parliament.

Highlights

  • Explore the ancient sites and monuments of Athens, including the Parthenon, the Acropolis, the Ancient Greek Agora, and the Panathenaic Stadium.
  • Take a break in the historic and picturesque Plaka neighborhood and visit artisan shops. 
  • End the tour outside the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Hadrian's Arch, a popular photo spot in Athens.

Know before you go

Duration
3 hours
Recommended for
5 years old & up
Group
Small group, 12 people or less

What you'll do

Start your day with a morning bike ride around the historical city of Athens. A guide will lead you down the city's biggest pedestrian street near the Acropolis. Stop to learn a bit about this famous site's history and admire Acropolis Hill and the Parthenon from a distance.

As you continue peddling through the city, you'll make several stops at Athens' main attractions, including the National Observatory, the Ancient Greek Cemetery (Kerameikos), Thission neighborhood, the Ancient Greek Agora, the Roman Agora, and the Orthodox Cathedral. After a lot of fun cycling, take a break in the historic and picturesque Plaka neighborhood. Stroll through the streets, visit the artisan shops, or grab a traditional Greek coffee.

Next, continue through the National Gardens maze and view the Presidential Mansion right across the street. Then stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games took place. After visiting the Neoclassical Zappeion Hall, you'll end the tour outside the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch, a popular photo spot in Athens.

Start times

  • Daily
    10:00 am, 2:00 pm

What's included

  • E-Bike
  • Local Expert guide

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