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Athens Acropolis Tours | Discover this UNESCO World Heritage site with an expert guide
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- The Acropolis of Athens and its monuments represent the classical civilization bequeathed by Greek Antiquity to the world!
- On this guided walking tour, you'll get a sense of this historic city as your licensed English-speaking archeologist guide shares intriguing intel about each highlight.
- Walk past an astounding collection of sculptures that represent over 2,500 years' worth of history.
- Stand at the Parthenon, the most important temple of the Acropolis, and peer down at Athens from this unique vantage point.
- Gasp at the world's first theater, the Theater of Dionysus, the Healing Temple of Asclepius, the Temple of Athena Nike, the gateway to the Propylaeum, and more.
- At the Erechtheum, you'll notice the remains of the Porch of the Caryatids and the only remaining six Caryatids that support the roof.
Inclusions
- Small group private experience
- English-speaking professional and licensed guide
- Access to Acropolis, Parthenon
- Access to the Theater of Dionysus
- Access to Herod Atticus Odeon
- Tip: Visit post 1pm for the best chance of minimal or no waiting time at the security check.
- Please Note: Your ticket allows you to skip the 'ticket' line and not security lines.
- The attraction is wheelchair accessible with appropriate wheelchair routes and elevator facilities.
- Infants must sit on laps. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please bring a passport, ID cards, or student cards. The ticket includes all parts of the attraction.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combo: Acropolis Parthenon + Acropolis Museum Tickets
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€44.50
- With this combo ticket to Acropolis Museum & Athens Acropolis & Parthenon, skip the lines and see Athens’ archeological discoveries while you save money!
- Acropolis Museum sits in a famous neighborhood of ancient Greece. Walk past exciting cultural exhibits and classical masterpieces.
- Don’t miss the fascinating excavation site that lies below the museum, believed to have been an active community consisting of sea streets, houses, and shops.
- Tour the most famous galleries at Acropolis, including the Archaic Gallery and the Parthenon Gallery.
- Enter the famous temples of Parthenon, Athena Nike, and Erechtheion and explore the Athenian remnants.
- Visit the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, considered to be one of the best open-air theaters in the world.
Inclusions
Acropolis Museum
- Skip-the-line entry to the Acropolis Museum
- Entry to the underground excavation site
**Athens Acropolis & Parthenon **
- Access to Acropolis site & Parthenon
Exclusions
- Guided tour
Acropolis Museum
- All packages and backpacks must be deposited in the cloakroom on the ground floor of the museum.
- The attraction is wheelchair accessible with appropriate routes and elevator facilities.
Athens Acropolis & Parthenon
- The following museum services/facilities will no longer be offered to visitors until further notice: Family backpacks, baby strollers, Reading Lounge on the second floor, and Parent’s Room on the first floor.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Beat the crowds with a walking tour of Athens' crown jewel, the Acropolis, and delve deeper at the Acropolis Museum with an expert guide.
- Go beyond the guidebooks with expert insights on the Acropolis and its treasures. Learn the stories behind the Parthenon, the Temple of Athena Nike, and more.
- Pass along exciting sites like the Theater of Dionysus, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, The Temple of Asclepius, and more.
- Explore the Acropolis Museum's modern halls, and see artifacts unearthed from beneath your feet through the captivating glass floors.
- Enjoy the tranquility of the Acropolis bathed in the soft morning light and avoid the afternoon crowds with an early morning tour.
Inclusions
- 4-hour guided walking tour of Acropolis and Acropolis Museum
- English or Spanish-speaking guide
- Skip-the-line entry to Acropolis Parthenon
- Skip-the-line entry to Acropolis Museum
- Whisper audio set with earphones
- Tip: Don't miss the Caryatid Porch at the museum, a captivating display of six female statues that once supported the roof of the Erechtheion.
- This experience is accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers with the availability of additional routes and facilities.
- Due to Greek Orthodox Good Friday observances, archaeological sites will have adjusted opening hours. Specifically, on Good Friday (3rd May 2024), sites will be open from noon until 6:00 pm. Orthodox Holy Saturday (4th May 2024) hours will be from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Dip into the rich history of Athens as you explore historical monuments of international importance along with an expert English-speaking guide.
- Beat the winding queues with the early access and skip-the-line tickets option and take Instagram-worthy pictures of the Parthenon, and the Erechtheion, amongst others.
- Witness other significant sights such as the Ancient Agora and the National Observatory of Athens and the picturesque district of Plaka for its architecture.
- Discover the Bathhouse of the Winds - the only surviving public bath from the 16th century
- Wrap up your tour with leisure time at a flea market, where you can delight in local cuisine, textiles, souvenirs, and more.
Inclusions
- Old Town & Plaka Neighborhood guided walking tour
- Entry to Acropolis
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Whisper audio device
- Tip: Try a new Greek snack at the Monastiraki Market. From fresh olives, nuts, and traditional koulouri (sesame bread ring) – you'll find a variety of flavors at the street vendor stalls.
- This experience is accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers with the availability of additional routes and facilities.
- Your tour guide will use personal protective equipment (face masks/shields and optional gloves) and their temperature/wellness will be monitored daily.
- Whisper audio devices will be given to all travelers to keep social distance guidelines sanitized thoroughly by our staff and inside the charging cases with UVC lights.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combo: Acropolis & 6 Archaeological Sites Multipass + Acropolis Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets
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€56
- Save some bucks with this convenient combo, granting access to the Acropolis, 6 other archaeological sites, and skip-the-line entry to the Acropolis Museum.
- Immerse yourself in the history of Athens as you stroll through the UNESCO-listed Acropolis, including the Parthenon, a symbol of democracy.
- Explore 6 iconic sites like the Stoa of Attalos, one of the largest shopping centers in the ancient world, and the majestic Temple of Olympian Zeus.
- Bid adieu to long lines as you get skip-the-line access to the Acropolis Museum and discover Greece's rich archaeological discoveries from the Sacred Rock.
- Delve deep into the past with your audio guide and explore the underground excavation site below the museum that was once home to an ancient neighborhood.
Inclusions
Acropolis + 6 Archaeological Sites
- Timed entry tickets to Acropolis Hill
- Entry to 6 archaeological sites: Ancient Agora, Hadrian's Library, Kerameikos, Aristotle's School [Lyceum], Olympieion, Roman Agora
Acropolis Museum
- Skip-the-line entry to Acropolis Museum
- Admission to the underground excavation of an ancient neighborhood city
- Audio guide in English
Acropolis + 6 Archaeological Sites
- Tip: Try to visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the crowds and also to enjoy the sites in the soft morning or evening light.
- This experience is accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers with the availability of additional routes and facilities.
- Note: The multi-site adult ticket allows one entrance to each site and is valid over 5 consecutive days from the day it's redeemed.
Acropolis Museum
- Tip: Don't forget to check out the museum's cafe for some refreshments and a chance to relax your feet.
- Carry your earphones for the audio guide.
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- This experience is accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers with the availability of additional routes and facilities.
- All luggage and backpacks must be deposited in the cloakroom.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Enjoy a perfect overview of ancient and modern Greece with this full-day, guided tour from the Acropolis to Omonia Square.
- Learn all about the world-famous archeological sites you visit with the help of your expert, English-speaking guide.
- Enjoy photo-stop opportunities at the world’s first Olympic Games stadium, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church, and much more..
- Walk past Herodion and Dionysos Theater and get priority access to the Acropolis Museum.
- Wonder at remarkable marble statues and other ancient artifacts at the Acropolis Museum - deemed to be one of the world’s best!
- Relax and take in the remarkable sights of suburbian Athens on your scenic drive to Cape Sounion.
Inclusions
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Full-day tour
- Access to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon
- Guided tour of UNESCO-listed Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum
- Whisper audio devices
- Transport by luxury air-conditioned bus
- Round-trip hotel transfers (applies for centrally located selected hotels in Athens)
- Greek lunch
Exclusions
- Entry to the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, and Temple of Poseidon
- Entry to the Temple of Zeus and Panathinaiko Stadium
- Please Note: Your ticket allows you to skip the 'ticket' line and not security lines.
- Note: entrance fees to the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, and Temple of Poseidon is not included in this ticket and should be paid to the guide at the start of the tour.
- Please note that a passport or ID card is required.
- This tour is wheelchair, pram/stroller accessible with appropriate wheelchair routes and elevator facility to get to the top of Acropolis.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
AcropolisGuided Tours
Top things to do in Athens
One of the world’s most popular tourist attractions, the Acropolis of Athens is testament to the rich history, culture, art, and architecture of Ancient Greece. Built atop a rocky hill, it comprises the ruins of several historical monuments and structures, primarily from the 5th century BCE. Over the centuries, it has endured many natural and manmade challenges like earthquakes and invasions, and has served as a citadel, place of worship, royal residence, and administrative building. Read on to know how a guided Acropolis tour can help you best explore this architectural and archaeological marvel.
Why take an Acropolis tour?
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- Expert insights: A guided Acropolis tour is your best bet if you wish to learn more about the landmark because it includes an expert guide who will share fascinating stories and little-known historical details.
- Skip-the-line access: Many guided tours include a skip-the-line feature that gives you priority access to the attraction, helping you avoid waiting in long ticket queues for hours.
- In-depth understanding: The Acropolis guided tour offers an opportunity to learn more about the Acropolis of Athens and understand its historical, cultural, and architectural significance.
- Efficient navigation: The Acropolis of Athens site is vast, with many ancient structures. Booking a guided Acropolis tour is the best way to navigate and explore the site as your guide will ensure you do not miss any of the important landmarks.
- Easier access: With millions of tourists visiting the Acropolis of Athens annually, it is almost always crowded. Access gets easier and hassle-free with a guided Acropolis tour.
Which Acropolis tour is best for you?
Guided tours with skip-the-line access
Suited for: Visitors who want to explore in-depth
Duration: 2 hours
Ticket price: from €51
- Guided tours with skip-the-line access allow you to bypass long ticket queues and directly enter the Acropolis of Athens, giving you more time to explore it.
- You will be accompanied by an expert English-speaking tour guide, who will enrich your experience by sharing interesting facts and details about the history and archaeology of the Acropolis of Athens.
- With these guided Acropolis tour tickets, you can visit all the important landmarks at the site and enjoy a comprehensive experience.
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Combo guided tours
Suited for: Visitors who have limited time or are on a budget
Duration: 3 hours or more in total
Ticket price: from €36
- Combo guided tours allow you to comprehensively explore multiple landmarks in Athens with one ticket, making them a cost-effective option. You also get an in-depth tour of these attractions, ensuring you don't miss out on any significant landmarks.
- Depending on the combo guided tour you choose, you can visit other top attractions along with the Acropolis of Athens like the Acropolis Museum, the Ancient Agora, and the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sunion.
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Highlights covered on your Acropolis tour
Propylaea
Built between 437 BC and 432 BC, the Propylaea is the grand gateway to the Acropolis of Athens. It features six towering columns made of marble and limestone. It is an impressive and striking staircase that leads to the top of the Acropolis. Comprising two porticos on the east and west along with a central doorway in the front, the Propylaea is an architectural marvel with intricate details that add to the grandeur of the Acropolis.
Parthenon
One of the most popular sites at the Acropolis, the Parthenon was originally built as a temple dedicated to the Greek Goddess Athena Parthenos. An example of Doric architecture, the Parthenon features elaborate sculptures, mosaics, and ionic columns made of marble. It first served as a cathedral and was then converted into a mosque. The structure has undergone several restoration projects over the years with the aim to preserve this important symbol of Greek history.
Explore the Parthenon
The Theatre of Dionysus
One of the oldest architectural complexes on the southern slope of the Acropolis, the Theatre of Dionysus was built in the fourth century BC and is dedicated to Dionysus, the Greek God of wine and good times. The Greek tragedies of Euripides and Sophocles were performed at this sprawling theatre, which could accommodate almost 20,000 people making it the largest public space in the ancient city of Athens. It is believed that the government of Athens at the time also held several meetings at this iconic place.
Temple of Athena Nike
Constructed between 426 BC and 421 BC, the Temple of Athena Nike was the first ionic temple built at the Acropolis. Located right next to the Propylaea, the temple was built in honor of Greek goddesses Athena and Nike, the protectors of Athens. However, the Turks demolished it in 1686. The temple has, since then, undergone quite a few restorations. It was rebuilt in 1834 only to be pulled down and reconstructed again in 1998.
Explore the Temple of Athena Nike
Erechtheion
Another temple dedicated to Greek gods and goddesses, the Erechtheion was named after Erechtheus, the mythical king. This ionic structure was built between 421 BC and 406 BC and shares ground with the Old Temple of Athena and Pandroseion. Do not miss the Caryatids – six female statues that support the roof of the temple. Located on the northern side of the Acropolis, the Erechtheion is believed to be the mastermind of architect Mnesicles and is a must-see on your visit to the ancient citadel.
Odeon of Herodes Atticus
The Odeon of Herodes Atticus was built in 162 AD as a theatre that could accommodate about 5,000 people. Located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis, this theatre was built by politician Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife Aspasia Annia Regilla. This massive structure is made entirely of stone and is still used as a venue for concerts and cultural events in Athens.
Frequently asked questions about Acropolis tours
Can I book an Acropolis tour?
Yes, you can book your Acropolis tours online.
How much does an Acropolis tour cost?
Acropolis tours start at €13.
What are the different types of Acropolis tours?
Visitors can choose between guided tours with priority access to the Acropolis of Athens or combo tours, where you can explore one or more other landmarks in Athens along with the Acropolis. You can also avail of the optional audio guide, which is available in 5 languages.
What does an Acropolis tour cover?
A guided Acropolis tour typically includes access to all sections of the site that are open to the public, such as the Propylaea, the Parthenon, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, the Temple of Zeus, the Theater of Dionysus, and more.
In what languages are the Acropolis guided tours available?
The Acropolis guided tours are available in 5 languages – English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian.
How many people can go on an Acropolis guided tour?
It depends on the type of Acropolis tour you book. The small group guided tour can accommodate up to 10 people while other guided tours can take as many as 25 guests.
Is booking an Acropolis tour worth it?
Yes. Taking an Acropolis tour is worth it because it’s the best way to explore this iconic architectural marvel and learn all about its history.
Do the Acropolis tours include skip the line access?
Yes, some of the Acropolis guided tours include skip the line access.
Can I cancel a booked Acropolis tour?
Depending on the experience you book, you can cancel a booked Acropolis tour up to 24 hours before the scheduled date and get a full refund.
How long does an Acropolis tour last?
Acropolis guided tours can be anywhere between 2 hours to 10 hours long, depending on the experience you choose.
