Athens: Acropolis Guided Walking Tour

Overview of the tour in Athens

Explore the Acropolis of Athens, the site of the most celebrated Greek myths and the most important religious festivals of ancient Athens with a guide. See the temple of the Parthenon and the Propylaea, a monumental gate to the Acropolis.

Walkthrough the Acropolis dedicated to Athena, the protective goddess of the city. Learn about the long history of the capital of modern Greece. Visit the Theater of Dionysus, which seats 17,000 spectators and was used to host festivals honoring the birth of the Greek god.

Marvel at the Erechtheum, named after the demigod Erechtheus, and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, a giant stone theater. Enjoy your guide's commentary on the ancient Greek myths behind the ruins.

Take a look at the stone carvings of the Caryatids and the Temple of Athena Nike, the smallest temple. After your tour, have free time to stay longer and explore the exceptional site at your own pace.

On arrival

The meeting point will be at the entrance of the Acropolis Metro. You must be there 10–5 minutes before the activity starts.

The ticket must be bought previously by the visitor. You can buy it online. For the tour of 8:15 you'll have to buy the ticket for the time slot 8:00-9:00 and for the tour of 17:00 the ticket for 17:00-18:00.

If you buy it at the ticket office, you have to go to the ticket office area of the South entrance around 30 minutes before the tour time so that you have time to buy them while waiting in line. Once they give you the tickets, you have to go to the meeting point that is less than 2 minutes walk from the ticket office.

Things to note

- Official Spanish-speaking and English-speaking tourist guide.
- Guided visit to the Acropolis.
- Does not include the entrance. The ticket must be bought previously by the visitor.
- Strollers or wheelchairs cannot access this activity.
- Does not include personal expenses.

Free Cancellation

Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.