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Acropolis: Guided Walking Tour with Entrance Ticket

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Activity provider: ATHENS WALKING TOURS
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    Acropolis: Guided Walking Tour with Entrance Ticket

    Activity provider: ATHENS WALKING TOURS
    Likely to sell out Booked 19 times yesterday

    From £37.84 per person

    Likely to sell out Booked 19 times yesterday

    Visit the Athens Acropolis and explore the fascinating world of Ancient Greece on a 1.5-hour walking tour. Discover the UNESCO-listed archaeological site with a licensed guide. End at the summit with free time to explore on your own.

    About this activity

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    Duration 1.5 hours
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    Skip the ticket line
    Live tour guide
    English

    Experience

    Highlights
    • Experience the Athens Acropolis
    • Visit famous monuments, such as the Parthenon and Temple of Athena Nike
    • Get insights on Ancient Greece from a local guide
    • Take in the breathtaking views of Athens from the summit of the Acropolis
    • Learn new facts about sites such as Mars Hill, and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus
    • Enjoy some free time to explore the Acropolis on your own
    Full description

    Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the tree-lined streets to the foothills of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Acropolis of Athens, an ancient citadel and one of the world’s most revealing archaeological sites. Head for the south slope of the Acropolis to avoid the main crowds. Pick up your tickets and make your way inside to see the ancient treasures that await

    Visit the Theatre of Dionysus, a 5th-century amphitheater regarded as the birthplace of the performing arts. Hear about its history and imagine it filled with the theatergoers of Ancient Greece. Stop at the Dionysus Sanctuary, dedicated to the Greek god of wine and fertility. Once inside the Acropolis, get up close with important sights like the Propylaea gateway, Erechtheion, Temple of Athena Nike, and Parthenon. Learn the history of these fascinating ruins from your guide. Once at the summit of the sacred hill, take in the sweeping panoramas of Athens. Learn about the excavations, and get an insight into the citadel’s ruins. Hear about surrounding monuments, such as Mars Hill and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus.  Your tour concludes at the summit of the Acropolis, leaving you free to continue exploring the site on your own. You can choose between an early morning, morning or afternoon guided tour.

    Includes
    • Skip-the-line entry to the Acropolis
    • Local, licensed guide
    • Guided walking tour
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Food and drinks
    • Gratuities
    Not suitable for
    • Wheelchair users
    Covid-19 precautions
    Safety measures in place
    • All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
    • The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
    Traveler requirements
    • All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
    • All participants who are over 12 years old must present either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months

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    Meeting point

    Fresko Yogurt Bar (at the beginning of the pedestrian walkway from Hadrian's Arch to the Acropolis). Your guide will be holding an orange colored sign. Youths (under 25 years old) and seniors (65+) must hold a valid EU passport or ID in order to be entitled to the reduced tickets included in the price. Should a valid passport not be presented at the time of check in, then supplementary fees will apply (to be paid in local cash).

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    Important information

    What to bring

    • Passport or ID card
    • Comfortable shoes
    • Sunglasses
    • Sun hat
    • Sunscreen
    • Comfortable clothes

    Not allowed

    • Baby strollers
    • Luggage or large bags

    Know before you go

    •  A valid passport is required for all guests for verification of age and nationality at the sites
    • The tours take place in rain or shine
    •  When booking, please ensure that you select the appropriate option according to your nationality so that you receive the proper entry ticket
    • Baby strollers are not allowed on the Acropolis archaeological site and 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. It is advisable to check local restrictions applicable to indoor and outdoor activities
    • During the off-season, tours operate with a minimum capacity. If the tour does not reach the minimum number of participants then you will get the following possibilities: a) move the reservation to another tour or another day b) run the tour as private with an agreed new fee c) cancel the tour and get a refund
    Customer reviews

    Overall rating

    4.7 /5

    based on 1231 reviews

    Review summary

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    • Value for money
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    • Service
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    • Organization
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    Kate was very knowledgeable about the acropolis and history behind the building and monuments. She was very friendly patient and accommodating. She was also thorough in explaining of questions asked by the visitors. It was a good learning experience and I sold recommend it to anybody who wants to learn about Greek history of the acropolis.

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    15 August 2022

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    The 8.30 start meant our small group had a gentle meander up the slopes with our guide Vicky ( an archaeologist) bringing the ruins to life. She had a brilliant sense of humour and was excellent with some young children . Well organised trip just a shame the site is so busy at the top!

    13 August 2022

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    We took the guided 1.5 hour Acropolis tour as a family of 4 (with 12 and 13 year old daughters). I’m so glad we did. Our guide Niobe was great- she was informative and we all learned a lot. I think 1.5 hours is sufficient and the 8:30 am tour is worth getting up for since the crowds were getting unbearable already by the time we were leaving. Seeing the acropolis museum after the actual site was also a good idea.

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    12 August 2022

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