Mycenae Tours
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Squeezed between two hills on the arid plains of the northeastern Peloponnese, fortified Mycenae was the major settlement in the powerful Mycenaean civilization that held political and cultural sway over the Eastern Mediterranean from the 15th to the 12th century BC. The Bronze Age city is regarded as the home of the legendary Agamemnon and is UNESCO World Heritage-listed for its profound cultural influence upon later Greek civilizations.
Covering around 32 hectares and at its peak with a population of around 30,000, the ruins at Mycenae were excavated in 1874 by Heinrich Schliemann, who also worked at Troy. Highlights include the Lion Gate, the main entrance into the citadel carved with figures of mythical lions; the Treasury of Atreus – also known as the Tomb of Agamemnon; the scant remains of the Royal Palace; and the Cyclopean Walls, whose massive stone blocks are all that remain of the original fortifications. The true showstoppers, however, are the grave circles, believed to be the burial sites of Mycenaean royalty thanks to the numerous precious gold, silver, bronze and ivory artifacts excavated around the tombs, including a gold funerary mask Schliemann believed to be the mask of Agamemnon. Many antiquities discovered at Mycenae are now on show at the National Archaeological Museum in Athens but the smart, white museum next to the citadel still has three halls stuffed with pottery, burial urns, clay figurines, fragments of fresco and a replica of the death mask of Agamemnon. A model of the ancient site can be found just outside the museum.
Practical Info
Mykines. Open daily 8am–7.30pm. Admission adults €3, seniors, students and under 18 €1.50. At 90 km (56.25 miles) south of Athens, it is best accessed by car or bus from Athens in around 90 minutes.
Address: Mykines, Peloponnese 21200, Greece
Hours: Daily 8am–7:30pm
Admission: Adults €3: Seniors, students and under 18: €1.50
10 Tours and Activities to Experience Mycenae
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Ancient Corinth and Mycenae Private tour from Corinth
The weathered remains of once-powerful ancient civilizations are scattered around Greece’s Peloponnese region. On this tour, enjoy the ease and efficiency of hassle-free transportation between three of the regions top archaeological sites: Ancient Corinth, the Acrocorinth, and Ancient Mycenae. There’ll also be time for a quick photo stop at the Corinth Canal.
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$95.31
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$95.31
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Mycenae - Ancient Corinth & Canal - Epidavros from Nafplion
Starting your trip from Nafplion, your first stop is the archaeological site of Mycenae. You will travel to the mythical Kingdom of Agamemnon, where one of the most brilliant cultures of Greek prehistory, the Mycenaean civilization, developed. You will then head to the Lions Gate, the monumental entrance of the palaces.
Next, you will see the Cyclopean walls around the Acropolis, and the tholos tombs of Atreus and Clytemnestra’s.
The next stop is the Corinth Canal, which connects the Corinthian bay with the Saronic Gulf and Ancient Corinth, with the famous temple of Apollo and the steps of Apostle Paul. You will continue the tour of ancient Epidaurus, where you will explore the ancient theatre of one of the most famous archaeological monuments in Greece.
You will also visit the Asclepieion of Epidaurus, which was the centre of healing serious diseases for the whole of ancient Greece. Many monuments developed around it, most notably the temple of Asklepios, Tholos and others.
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$173.45
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$173.45
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Mycenae: in the bath with Clytemnestra | Audio Tour on your Phone (no ticket)
Experience the history and culture of Mycenae on this guided excursion. After downloading the app on your phone, enjoy a self-guided audio tour of this ancient Aegean archaeological site. Explore top attractions like the spot where the Mask of Agamemnon and the Treasury of Atreus while learning about the site’s history.
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$14.85
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$14.85
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Argolis, Trip to Culture (Nafplio, Epidaurus, Mycenae) from Nafplio
We’ll get on the car and first drive to the famous Corinth Canal. I will give you information about its history and take a lot of photos.
Second stop will be the ancient Theater of Epidaurus. This construction is known to be the most perfect sample of an ancient theater in Greece and one of the most amazing ones in the world, from a symmetry and perfect acoustics point of view. we will do an acoustic experiment and explain the connection of theater to medical science in the ancient years.
Next stop will be the picturesque and seaside city of Nafplio, the first capital of modern Greece. We will explore together the old city and discover its hidden beauties, talking at the same time about its history. We will see the historic buildings, the squares and Palamidi, the castle above the city. Then there is the possibility of lunch in the old town.
Finally we will visit the archaeological site of Mycenae where we will admire the tombs of the Kings, the great Walls and the museum.
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$147.33
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$147.33
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Ancient Corinth & Canal, Mycenae, Nafplio, unique Epidaurus &Olympia in 2 days
A 2 day private tour which offers beauty and historically important places!
Ancient Corinth, Mycenae will impress you with their history and wealth!
Epidaurus theatre will amaze you with its worldwide famous accoustics still considered the best!
Nafplio with the colorfoul narrow streets is the best for relaxation and great photos!
It will be a unique experience to visit the Ancient Olympia where the Ancient Olympic Games were "born" and walk through the places where the athletes actually competed!
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$354.94
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$354.94
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Corinth, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora and more in a 4day private tour
A 4day private tour which will amaze you including the most historically significant places in Greek mainland along with places of extraordinary beauty such as Meteora & Nafplio!
History and culture become reality and you can feel, admire them in your own pace, in the comfort of your private vehicle accompanied by a professional, best-mannered tour driver!
Don't miss the chance to experience real Greece!
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$853.85
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$853.85
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Self-guided Virtual Tour of Mycenae: In the bath with Clytemnestra
The virtual tour consists of audio narration,real images,satellite and street views of the monument and its surroundings. In most points of interest you can move forward and backwards, turn towards any direction and see what you would really see as if you were there. In that sense, a virtual tour resembles a remote visit from wherever you are.
Learn important historical facts, discover unknown stories and listen to interesting tales of ancient times and amaze your family and friends. The tour’s content is the result of in-depth research, squeezed into brief intriguing stories that will make your virtual visit both engaging and informative. The tour is only available online and you can access it repeatedly and anytime.
This is an unmissable opportunity to experience the glory of Classical Athens and relate to your surroundings in an entirely original way.
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$19.81
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$19.81
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Nafplio- Mycenae and Palamidi // Shore Excursion
A perfect choice for passengers of the cruise ships who have limited schedule at the port of Nafplio,visiting
the most important sights of the surrounded area.
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$53.27
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$53.27
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Magnificent Argolis, Glorious Sparta & Significant Olympia in 3 days
Spend 3 days at the most historically significant places of the mainland Greece.
Feel the excitement of walking through the place where the Olympics were "born" or where the Spartan strict but brave culture flourished!
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$552.49
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$552.49
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Amazing Argolis, Unique Olympia and Mystical Delphi in 3 days
History becomes reality during this 3 day tour in the comfort of your private luxurious vehicle!
Amazing heritage and beauty will make it unforgettable once you visit Delphi and Olympia!
The picturesque Nafplio with the colourful narrow streets will utterly impress you!
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$552.49
Price varies by group size
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$552.49
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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