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Athens: Acropolis Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

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Athens: Acropolis Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

Activity provider:Walks In Europe
4.6  / 5
522 reviews
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From US$ 52.25 US$ 41.80 per person

Discover the legendary Acropolis on a private or shared tour with a local guide. Explore the wonders of the Parthenon with skip-the-line tickets and immerse yourself in Greek history.

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Duration 2 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English, German
Private group available

Experience

Highlights
  • Head in faster into the Acropolis with skip-the-line tickets
  • Delve into Greek architecture, mythology, and history set in an efficient tour
  • Relax during the tour with an expert local guide without getting overwhelmed
  • Discover the most important treasures of the ancient Greek civilization
  • Enjoy the privileges of a small group tour and explore famous Parthenon
Full description
Experience the wonders of the famous Acropolis with a guided private or shared tour. Enjoy skip-the-line tickets and priority access, allowing you to bypass the long queues and immediately begin exploring this iconic site. Embark on a captivating journey through time as your guide leads you through the various historical periods, starting from the ancient Hellenistic and Roman eras and continuing through the Byzantine and Ottoman periods right up to the modern day. Gain insights into the celebrated myths of ancient Athens, and learn about its significant religious festivals and earliest cults. Discover how pivotal events in the city's history are interconnected with this sacred precinct. Marvel at the most significant structures that grace the Acropolis today, including the majestic Parthenon, the imposing Propylaia, the intricate Erechtheion, and the elegant Temple of Athena Nike. Pause to take in the breathtaking panoramic views of Athens from this commanding vantage point, witnessing the evolution of the city over nearly 3,000 years. Afterward, have the option to continue exploring the hill at your own pace or follow your guide towards the south exit for captivating views of the Altar of Asclepius and the Theater of Dionysus.
Includes
  • Small group of max 14 people
  • Private tours (if the option is selected)
  • Acropolis skip-the-line entry tickets (if option selected)
  • Guided tour for 2 hours
  • Headsets to hear the guide better
  • Transport to the meeting spot
Not suitable for
  • Wheelchair users
  • People with mobility impairments

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Meeting point

Meet outside the Acropolis Metro Station opposite the Crescendo Café. If you are coming by metro your exit is Makrygianni /Dionysiou Arepaghitou. Meet next to the sign, Akropoli, the guide will be holding a sign with your names on it.

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Water

Not allowed

  • Sandals or flip flops
  • Baby strollers
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • If you choose the option without tickets, you must have exactly €20 in cash to pay at the meeting spot. No other way of payment is accepted. No other way of passes or tickets is allowed.
  • During high season skip-the-line tickets can be very popular at certain time slots which can lead to people waiting in the "skip-the-line ticket holders" queue.
  • We kindly request that you arrive at the designated meeting point 5 to 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time. Our tours depart punctually as we have specific entry times reserved for the Acropolis. It is not feasible to join our tours once they have commenced.
  • No wheelchairs, walkers, or elevator access is available during the tour. Please consider mobility limitations before booking.
  • Baby strollers of any kind are not permitted within the Acropolis site. You are advised to use a baby pouch instead of a stroller.
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4.6 /5

based on 522 reviews

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  • Value for money
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  • Service
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  • Organization
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My wife and I took this tour on the second day of our honeymoon and we LOVED it. Despite having a little bit of trouble finding the meeting spot, we called the tour company, and they called the tour guide, who we then located easily. She was incredibly kind, and a fantastic storyteller. We cannot recommend this tour enough. We can't remember her name, but she was an older Greek woman with shoulder length gray hair that was up in a ponytail. We chose to only do the Acropolis with a guide, and do the Acropolis museum with just an audio guide on one of our phones and a headphone splitter. We both recommend this experience. A guide is practically essential on the Acropolis, as there are no signs anywhere. But in the museum, there's plenty to read and understand, especially with an audio guide. We also went out of our way to buy skip the line tickets for the museum, and we really recommend this strategy, as we got to just walk past the giant line and go right in.

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August 31, 2023

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Michael Verified booking

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We had an excellent tour guide who was knowledgeable, professional and engaging. She gave you enough time to take some photos, but kept the tour moving and well paced. We appreciated being told not to wear sandals. A good, solid walking shoe is key. Bring water. We took the first tour at 8 AM since it gets so hot later in the day which was a great call. I highly recommend this tour.

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August 25, 2023

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Martha – United StatesVerified booking

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The tour was really good and well worth the money. I only wish I had payed more attention to the booking and added the museum tour as well. We did not realize there was an option to add the museum to our tour and almost the entire group stayed with our guide for a continued tour. All in all it was amazing. Our guide was fantastic and she really made our experience a good one. Highly recommend this to anyone making the trip. We would have missed out on so much history and knowledge had we just hiked to the top.

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