Is the Acropolis of Athens open every day?

Yes, the Acropolis of Athens is open daily. It is closed only on certain holidays like 1st January, 25th March, 1st May, Easter Sunday, and 25th and 26th December.

Are there any specific timings for last admission to the Acropolis of Athens?

Yes, last entry to the Acropolis of Athens is always half an hour before closing time.

When is the Acropolis of Athens closed?

The Acropolis of Athens is closed on the 1st of January, the 25th of March, the 1st of May, Easter Sunday, and the 25th and 26th of December.

When is the best time to visit the Acropolis of Athens?

The best time to visit the Acropolis of Athens is early mornings on weekdays during the months from April to mid-June and mid-September through October.

How long does it take to complete a tour of the Acropolis of Athens?

It takes around 2 to 3 hours to explore the Acropolis of Athens archaeological site.

How do I skip the long lines at the Acropolis entrance?

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Jan 1 TO Mar 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Mar 31)	TIMINGS	Last Admission
Monday	08:00–17:00	16:30
Tuesday	08:00–17:00	16:30
Wednesday	08:00–17:00	16:30
Thursday	08:00–17:00	16:30
Friday (Today)	08:00–17:00	16:30
Saturday	08:00–17:00	16:30
Sunday	08:00–17:00	16:30

Apr 1 TO Aug 31 Timings Days (Apr 1 TO Aug 31)	TIMINGS	Last Admission
Monday	08:00–20:00	19:30
Tuesday	08:00–20:00	19:30
Wednesday	08:00–20:00	19:30
Thursday	08:00–20:00	19:30
Friday	08:00–20:00	19:30
Saturday	08:00–20:00	19:30
Sunday	08:00–20:00	19:30

Sep 1 TO Sep 15 Timings Days (Sep 1 TO Sep 15)	TIMINGS	Last Admission
Monday	08:00–19:30	19:00
Tuesday	08:00–19:30	19:00
Wednesday	08:00–19:30	19:00
Thursday	08:00–19:30	19:00
Friday	08:00–19:30	19:00
Saturday	08:00–19:30	19:00
Sunday	08:00–19:30	19:00

Sep 16 TO Sep 30 Timings Days (Sep 16 TO Sep 30)	TIMINGS	Last Admission
Monday	08:00–19:00	18:30
Tuesday	08:00–19:00	18:30
Wednesday	08:00–19:00	18:30
Thursday	08:00–19:00	18:30
Friday	08:00–19:00	18:30
Saturday	08:00–19:00	18:30
Sunday	08:00–19:00	18:30

Oct 1 TO Oct 15 Timings Days (Oct 1 TO Oct 15)	TIMINGS	Last Admission
Monday	08:00–18:30	18:00
Tuesday	08:00–18:30	18:00
Wednesday	08:00–18:30	18:00
Thursday	08:00–18:30	18:00
Friday	08:00–18:30	18:00
Saturday	08:00–18:30	18:00
Sunday	08:00–18:30	18:00

Oct 16 TO Oct 31 Timings Days (Oct 16 TO Oct 31)	TIMINGS	Last Admission
Monday	08:00–18:00	17:30
Tuesday	08:00–18:00	17:30
Wednesday	08:00–18:00	17:30
Thursday	08:00–18:00	17:30
Friday	08:00–18:00	17:30
Saturday	08:00–18:00	17:30
Sunday	08:00–18:00	17:30

Nov 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Nov 1 TO Dec 31)	TIMINGS	Last Admission
Monday	08:00–17:00	16:30
Tuesday	08:00–17:00	16:30
Wednesday	08:00–17:00	16:30
Thursday	08:00–17:00	16:30
Friday	08:00–17:00	16:30
Saturday	08:00–17:00	16:30
Sunday	08:00–17:00	16:30

Last entry: Half an hour before closing time

Acropolis of Athens is closed on:

1 January
25 March
1 May
Easter Sunday
25 December
26 December

Temple Of Athena Nike

Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31)	TIMINGS
Monday	08:00–18:30
Tuesday	08:00–18:30
Wednesday	08:00–18:30
Thursday	08:00–18:30
Friday (Today)	08:00–18:30
Saturday	08:00–18:30
Sunday	08:00–18:30

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Best time to visit the Acropolis

Weekday vs Weekend

The best time to visit the Acropolis of Athens is typically on a weekday, especially in the morning or late afternoon.
Weekends tend to be more crowded with tourists, so visiting during the week can offer a more relaxed experience with shorter queues and better opportunities for exploration.

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Peak season vs low season

The off-season months from April to mid-June and mid-September through October are the best time to visit the Acropolis of Athens.
The weather is fairly pleasant during these months as compared to the hot peak summer season, and tourist numbers are lower, making hotels and airfare more affordable.
The winter months from November to March are an ideal time to visit if you are on a budget.

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How long does it take to tour the Acropolis of Athens?

To explore the Acropolis of Athens properly, plan to spend 2–3 hours at the site itself. This allows enough time to walk up from either entrance, admire the Parthenon, Erechtheion, Propylaea, and Temple of Athena Nike, and take in the panoramic views of Athens.
If you include nearby attractions like the Theatre of Dionysus and Odeon of Herodes Atticus, extend your visit to 3–4 hours. Visitors who pair their Acropolis visit with the Acropolis Museum should plan for 5–6 hours total, as the museum’s artifacts provide valuable context to what you’ve just seen on the hill.
For a deeper dive, ideal for history enthusiasts, spend a half-day (around 6 hours) exploring at a relaxed pace, pausing for photos, and tracing the paths of ancient Athenians across this legendary archaeological complex.