We negotiated a price with two taxis which took us to the Acropolis and to various other sights in Athens. The drivers spoke very good English and filled us in with information on the various monuments. They were well-organised and efficient and we passed a very fruitful afternoon. ...
Got the bus from the cruise port straight into Athens which drops you off at the beginning of the walkway to the Acropolis. We met our tour guide here via Viator Tours from Trip Advisor. Elena was an excellent English speaking guide - very knowledgeable - highly recommended ...
If you are boarding at Piraeus, and the ship is docked at Berth 12, you need to know that it isn't a plausible walk from the subway. Better to take a cab. ...
Too many people in city and bus line very unorganized. Book to see the acropolis from the ship NOT on your own. Too many people in same area at same time..at least in summer! ...
We packed in a lot on this very hot day! We visited the Herakleidon Museum (small, but good exhibits), had an excellent lunch and the best Greek salad of my life, and then headed over to the Acropolis Museum (which has air conditioning! and ice cream!). We next visited the Temple of Zeus and the National Garden, went back to shop for souvenirs at the Acropolis Museum (and enjoy the air ...