Experience all the glorious history, cultural traditions and flavors of Athens while on an eight-hour outing that includes a tour of the Acropolis and National Archaeological Museum, plus a Greek refreshments break and a visit to the Plaka neighborhood. Your guided discovery begins atop the mighty Acropolis, the most important citadel in Greek Antiquity. You'll enter the old city passing by the Arch of Hadrian, see the colossal columns of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and see what remains of the Parthenon temple, tracing back to its construction in the 5th century BC. Nearby in the National Archaeological Museum, peruse the largest museum in Greece, where some 11,000 exhibits showcase ancient Greek culture. The collection astounds with an impressive variety of prehistoric artifacts, sculptures, ceramics, metalworks, weapons, and home goods. You'll then proceed to a local joint where you will enjoy a spread of Greek dishes and wine. Before going back to the port, stroll through the old neighborhood of Plaka.