Skip-the-Line Acropolis Admission Ticket
About this activity
Highlights
- Skip-the-line access to the Acropolis
- Explore the Parthenon and Erechtheion
- Breathtaking panoramic views of Athens
- Optional audio guide for in-depth history
- Flexible entry time within operating hours
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Priority access to the Acropolis
- Entry to the Parthenon and Erechtheion
- Optional self-guided audio tour
- Guided tour services
Itinerary
See the UNESCO-listed Parthenon Temple, which is dedicated to Athena, the goddess of wisdom and war.
Meeting point
Start Location
Acropolis, Top of Dionyssiou Areopagitou, Athens, Greece
Important information
Know before you book
- The ticket grants priority access; however, some waiting may still occur during peak times.
- Audio guides are available in multiple languages; select your preferred language during booking.
- Entry times are subject to availability; booking in advance is recommended to secure your preferred time slot.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during your visit.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly, as the site is mostly open-air.
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- This offer includes only the regular adult-price ticket and people of all ages can use it to enter, paying the full price
- From April 1st, 2025, EU citizens under 25 years old & NON-EU citizens under 18 receive free admission upon providing their ID at the ticket booth
- Since the monument operates under time slots, there is no guarantee that the ticket office will have free tickets available for your preferred time slot.
- Entrance is permitted only at the selected time slot or 15 minutes before or after
- The elevator is strictly available to disabled visitors only; we strongly recommend that customers call the numbers at least one day before their arrival to make sure that they will be able to make use of the elevator and ask any questions they need.
- People with disabilities receive free admission upon providing their Disability Certificate at the ticket booth
- Large luggage and strollers are not allowed
Traveler reviews
Overpriced
Keep in mind buying tickets at the gate is only 30 euros, which is far less than this costs. Nothing wrong with this, but its nothing special. It basically let's you skip a line waiting for a ticket at the gate and but then you have to wait to get in.
Unacceptable behavior by Viator
I booked the tour and Viator charged me but because of a system glitch the tour was booked at the wrong time. I called the tour operator immediately and they told me they couldn’t help me and to call Viator. I did and basically Viator said the same thing. I’m out $107 because of a Viator issue and that’s too bad for me. This is unacceptable. Viator owes me $107. I will never use Viator again.
Buyer Beware
I really hate to write poor reviews because we have had such great success with other Viator excursions but the purchaser should be aware of this company. I gave the company 2 stars because we did get tickets to the Acropolis…however, the self guided audio tour was a rip off. We tried two phones using sophisticated Verizon Wireless and neither worked after 5 minutes. I contacted the company and they said no refunds. I contacted Viator and after telling me it does work and it must be my internet. Funny thing is the internet worked perfectly in all other areas. They referred the problem to another division and we never heard anything. We were extremely disappointed with the company and Viator’s response ….all I can say is buyer beware !!
Great pre-cruise tour.
Our guide, Panos, was very knowledgeable and engaging while navigating through the traffic in Athens. His car was very clean and comfortable, and he always found a place to pull over so I could take photos. It was also very convenient that he picked us up at our hotel and dropped us off at our ship. Overall, this tour was perfect to get a taste of Athens before boarding for our cruise.
The sight is fantastic but I suggest people to buy tickets from the ticket office during this period of the year.
The information given for the ticket purchase was misleading. People buying the tickets from the ticket office waited less than we did and they paid 30 EUR per adult and 15 EUR for kids while we pay 42 EUR per person without reduced price for kids.