Acropolis Guided Tour

On this guided tour of the Acropolis of Athens, we'll visit one of the most iconic Greek temple complexes.

Description

We'll meet at number 26 Athanasiou Diakou to start the tour. From here, we'll walk to the hill where the Upper City of Athens is located.

We will ascend the southern slope to avoid large crowds while enjoying views of the city. At the top, our tour begins with the Theater of Dionysus, dating back to the 5th century BC. Next, we'll enter the Acropolis through the Propylaea and focus on the Temple of Athena Nike. This is a significant moment of the visit.

Inside, we'll explore Greek mythology through the monuments of the Acropolis, including the Parthenon and the Erechtheion with its caryatids. This tour is ideal for those interested in Classical Greece.

We'll conclude this 2-hour tour with one of the most beautiful panoramic views of Athens.

Tour Schedule

At the time of booking, you can choose to start the tour at 8:15 am, 8:45 am, 9 am, or 10:30 am. Early morning tours are recommended to avoid queues and high temperatures.

Acropolis Tickets

You may book a guided tour of the Acropolis without tickets. In this case, you must buy your own ticket or collect a free ticket, keeping in mind the selected tour schedule. Ticket availability is not guaranteed at the Acropolis ticket office, so it's advisable to purchase them in advance online.

For visits between 1 November 2024 and 31 March 2025, Acropolis tickets should be purchased between 9 am and 10 am. For visits between 1 April 2025 and 31 October 2025, tickets for the 8 am tour must be bought between 8 am and 9 am; tickets for the 11 am tour between 11 am and 12 pm.

EU citizens over 65 and non-EU youth aged 6 to 25 can receive a 50% discount on admission. Admission is free for EU citizens under 25 and children under 5. To benefit from these offers, it's best to book the tour without tickets and buy the relevant tickets in advance.