Overview
Travel back in time on a 4 hours Skip-the-line informative and fun tour to the most significant monument in Athens. This tour is guided by an English speaking field expert and licensed tour guide. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Acropolis of Athens through a journey into history, mythology and storytelling.
The tour continues with a visit to the Acropolis Museum, which has been ranked among the top Museums in the world. All the original surviving masterpieces from the temples of the Acropolis are displayed with the use of natural light. Excavations are also visible under glass floors and walkways.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Tickets to Acropolis & Acropolis Museum are included (if option selected)
Skip the lines at the ticket offices to the Acropolis of Athens & Museum (if option selected)
Enter through a separate entrance to the Acropolis Museum
English speaking licensed guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Skip-the-line separate entrance to the Acropolis. No one can skip the lines to Acropolis.
Use of the elevator at the Acropolis Hill
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Outside Acropolis metro station opposite the Crescendo cafe, near the escalators of the Acropolis Metro station (follow the exit Makriyianni/Dionysiou Arepagitou). Your guide will be next to the Metro sign, on the Makrigianni pedestrian walkway, holding a white and light blue “Athenian Tours” sign.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• For our “Without Tickets” option, please remember to buy your entry tickets to
Acropolis & Museum BEFORE coming to the meeting point.
Our tour guide can supply you only adult, full-price entry tickets at the meeting
point, which should be paid in cash.
The tour can be conducted only if you have the tickets in advance and on time
before the starting hour of it.
What to expect
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Acropolis
25 min
Meet your guide at the Acropolis metro station and start the tour with a visit to the Acropolis hill. On your way up, you will visit the Dionysus Theater, where all the famous ancient dramas and tragedies were first performed. You will walk around the stunning Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and the sanctuary of the healing god Asclepius. On the top of the hill you will visit the Propylea, the Temple of Nike, the Erechtheion Temple, and of course the Parthenon; the symbol of democracy and western civilization. Dating back to 5th century B.C, these monuments are testimonials of the glorious ancient Athens and the Golden Age of Pericles.
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Acropolis Museum
2 hours
Right after the Acropolis tour you will have the opportunity to visit the Acropolis Museum located just a few minutes walk from the Acropolis site. On the ground floor the exhibited artifacts reveal to you facets of the Athenian daily life; you get to know the wedding customs, the children's favorite toys, the healing techniques, the religious practices. On the first floor, you will experience standing at a breathing distance from the mysterious archaic statues of the 6th century B.C that once adorned the Acropolis. Be fascinated by walking next to the Caryatids and huge pieces of the Acropolis entrance. At the last floor, next to the breathtaking view of the Acropolis, one can admire the original unique in concept and artistic excellence Parthenon frieze.
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Parthenon
30 min
Walk to the Parthenon which was dedicated to the goddess Athena, the patroness of the city of Athens. Admire this 5th-century zenith of the Doric order architecture.
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Teatro Di Dioniso
30 min
Breeze past the line and experience the thrill of seeing the Theater of Dionysus where many famous ancient comedies and tragedies were first performed.
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Herod Atticus Odeon
30 min
Continue to the Roman Herodion theater which was built in memory of the wife of Herodes Atticus.
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Propylaea
15 min
Climb up to the gateway of the Acropolis, the Propylaea.
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Tempio Di Athena Nike
15 min
Take in views of the Temple of Athena Nike.
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Erectheion
20 min
Finally, see the Erechtheion which is a unique masterpiece of architecture mainly due to its asymmetrical composition, and its supports include 6 sculpted female figures.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Athens).
Additional Information
- Not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon and Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
Can I cancel Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon and Acropolis Museum Guided Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3–4 hours.
Where does it start?
Outside Acropolis metro station opposite the Crescendo cafe, near the escalators of the Acropolis Metro station (follow the exit Makriyianni/Dionysiou Arepagitou).
What's included?
- Tickets to Acropolis & Acropolis Museum are included (if option selected)
- Skip the lines at the ticket offices to the Acropolis of Athens & Museum (if option selected)
- Enter through a separate entrance to the Acropolis Museum
- English speaking licensed guide
What's not included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Skip-the-line separate entrance to the Acropolis. No one can skip the lines to Acropolis.
- Use of the elevator at the Acropolis Hill
Which places does it visit?
It visits Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Parthenon, Teatro Di Dioniso, Herod Atticus Odeon, Propylaea, Tempio Di Athena Nike, Erectheion.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Athenian Tours
