The Acropolis, Athens Walking City Tour and Acropolis Museum
5.5 hours
Max 18 people
Athens, Greece
About this activity
In a few hours, see two of the city’s most visited sights. Explore the Acropolis and take panoramic photos. See the famous marble sculptures and works elegantly housed at the marvelous Acropolis Museum.
Highlights
- Visit the Acropolis and its monuments
- Visit the Acropolis Museum
- Guided tour by a local licensed guide
Full description
On this small-group tour, you skip the long lines that crowd the main entrance. Your expert Athenian guide takes you to the Dionysus Theater entrance, allowing you to go at a relaxed pace to see the Parthenon, the Choragic Monument of Thrasyllus, the Eumenes Stoa, the Asclepius Sanctuary, and many more sites and monuments. Your guide shares the important history and lesser-known facts along the way, giving you a greater appreciation for some of the world’s most significant monuments.
This tour is complemented by a visit to the Acropolis Museum, an impressive center of archaeological research and ancient Greek history — not to mention a great way to take a break from the Athens heat.
Bonus: Start the day with a free sample of Greek yogurt after you check in with your guide!
Included / Excluded
- English speaking professional guide
- Athens guide magazine
- Athens map
- Skip-the-line service
- Guaranteed to skip the lines
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees are not included; payed in cash on the spot
- A valid ID or Passport is required for verification of age and nationality at the sites
Meeting point
Syntagma Square, Pl. Sintagmatos, Athina 105 63, Greece Departure Point: Syntagma Metro Station Our staff, holding an orange Athens Walking Tours sign, will be waiting for you inside the Syntagma Metro Station, at the big hall underneath the hanging clock, next to the ticket validating machines. Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to given tour departure time. Please be at the meeting point by 9:15 am as the tour departs at 9:30 am.Acropolis Museum, Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athina 117 42, Greece
Important information
Know before you book
- Duration: 5h 30m
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Know before you go
- Dress according to weather
- Wear sunscreen
- Bring a hat
- Bring a bottle of water
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Frequently asked questions
FAQs
Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT BABY STROLLERS. Please have in mind that baby strollers are not allowed on the Acropolis archaeological site and that there is no cloakroom at the side entrance we use to enter. For your own convenience, it is recommended to use a baby pouch instead of a baby stroller.
The Covid19 Measures set by the Greek Government frequently change. Thus, it is advisable to check local restrictions applicable to indoor and outdoor activities.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund