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Acropolis: Guided Walking Tour with Entrance Ticket

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    Acropolis: Guided Walking Tour with Entrance Ticket

    4.7

    973 reviews

    From £38.13 per person

    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

    Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
    Covid-19 precautions
    Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
    Mobile ticketing
    Use your phone or print your voucher
    Duration 1.5 hours
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    Skip the ticket line
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    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
    • Small group 1.5-hour 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
    • You are required to bring and wear a mask
    • You will receive a mandatory temperature check
    • 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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    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 all weather conditions, 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 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
    Customer reviews

    Overall rating

    4.7 /5

    based on 973 reviews

    Review summary

    • Guide
      4.8/5
    • Value for money
      4.3/5
    • Service
      4.7/5
    • Organization
      4.6/5

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    Ioánna was a fantastic and very knowledgable guide. We enjoyed her storytelling, and were fascinated to learn she is an archaelogist with expert insights into the history, science and cultural stories connected to the acropolis heritage site. The experience was worth every penny - we also encourage anyone to add on the museum experience if they have extra time!

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    15 October 2021

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    Lindsey – Germany Verified GetYourGuide customer

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    Our experience at the Acropolis was amazing! Our guide was funny and personable and we learned a lot that we otherwise would not have known just by doing a self-guided tour. Unfortunately, in this time of COVID, you will find yourself in very close quarters with travelers from all over the world, and there are times it's impossible to keep a safe distance from crowds. It's worth noting if you're concerned that there are plenty of spots with very little wiggle room.

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    2 October 2021

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    Arielle – United States Verified GetYourGuide customer

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    This was an excellent tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable, we learned a lot about the history of the area. I also loved the fact that we were in a small group of 6, making it so much easier to move around and to have our questions answered. I definitely would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Athens

    25 September 2021

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    Helen – United States Verified GetYourGuide customer

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