Join our guided half-day tour to Cape Sounion and experience a breathtaking sunset at the unique temple of Poseidon, the God of the Seas in ancient times.
Our tour starts with a wonderful carbon-neutral drive along the Athens Riviera. During this relaxing ride with your luxury air-conditioned bus you’ll enjoy splendid views of the Saronic Gulf while passing through some of Athens’ most beautiful suburbs, including Hellinikon Olympic complex, Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza.
Arriving at the Cape Sounion, you will visit the 5th century B.C. Temple of Poseidon with its magnificent panoramic view of the Aegean Sea (on a clear day you can see at least seven islands). One of its columns has graffiti left by none other than Lord Byron in the early 1800s. Cape Sounion has long played an important part in Greek mythology and history, and the first recorded mention of it occurs in the Odyssey, as the last safe landing before Poseidon scattered the returning Greek navy. As god of the sea, Poseidon was very important for ancient Greeks, and the scale of the Temple at Cape Sounion reflects that.
After visiting the Temple, filled with the beauty, the history and the culture of this site we will wait to admire one of the most amazing sunsets you could ever imagine. And when the sun begins to slowly touch the sea it is the perfect photo shooting moment, before returning back to Athens.
Cape Sounion Sunset Tour (Unlimited Pass Only)
Benefit: Half Day Guided Tour (Booking Required)
Regular Price: Adult USD 53.21; Child USD 26.61
FAVOURITE
Attraction Highlights
- Enjoy free time inside the archaeological site and explore the Temple of Poseidon at your own pace.
- Relax on a scenic drive along the Athens Riviera & enjoy breathtaking views of Aegean sea
- Pass by some of the most expensive & highly rated areas of Athens like Vouliagmeni, Varkiza & Glyfada area
- Visit Cape Sounion and see graffiti left by English poet Lord Byron
- Enjoy an environmentally-friendly experience on a zero carbon tour
Benefit:
Half Day Guided Tour (Booking Required)
Important Notes
Please note that the departure time will vary throughout the season.
No cancellations or amendments are permitted once your tour is confirmed
Not available on Athens Museum Pass| Address | 26 Athanasiou Diakou Str, Athens 11743, Greece |
| Collection Information | Press the BOOK NOW button for this attraction within the Smartvisit App. Once your booking is confirmed you will be issued a separate ticket under RESERVATIONS within the App to present to the attraction on arrival. |
| Phone | +30 210 9233166 |
| Email: | [email protected] |
| Work Hours | Monday - Saturday |
| Closed Days | Sundays; 7 May, Greek Easter, 25-26 Dec, 1 Jan, 25 March, 17 Nov |
| Website | https://keytours.gr/en/athens/sunset_tour_cape_sounion_temple_of_poseidon-306.html |
What to expect
Things to look out for
Tour Includes:
Expert Archaeologist
Transport by luxury air-conditioned bus
Whispers
All taxes
Helpful Tips
Comfortable walking shoes, sun glasses, hat and loose fitted clothing are strongly recommended.
The departure time of the tour depends on seasonality and the sunset time.
The departure time of the tour depends on seasonality and the sunset time.
Important Notes
Please note that the departure time will vary throughout the season.
No cancellations or amendments are permitted once your tour is confirmed
Not available on Athens Museum Pass| Address | 26 Athanasiou Diakou Str, Athens 11743, Greece |
| Phone | +30 210 9233166 |
| Work Hours | Monday - Saturday |
| Closed Days | Sundays; 7 May, Greek Easter, 25-26 Dec, 1 Jan, 25 March, 17 Nov |
| Website | https://keytours.gr/en/athens/sunset_tour_cape_sounion_temple_of_poseidon-306.html |
