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2 hours
Mobile ticket
This walking tour offers you the opportunity to explore the Acropolis Monuments with a licensed tour guide. Whether you arrive in Athens in the afternoon or morning and you want to visit the Acropolis when the weather is more cooler, and the crowds are starting to wane, this tour is for you. This unique and leisurely tour takes you to the glorious Parthenon, and you will get to enjoy the landmark monuments of the Greek capital in a new light.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Persons under 18 years old they must need their passports to ensure their age as they have a discounted entrance ticket
EU citizens under 25 years old have free entrance. Others under 25 years old have a 50% discount (Acropolis tickets). IDs or Passports are required for the guests under 25 years old to ensure Birth date at the Entrance Gates.
Entrance fees are included (unless you book without entrance tickets) - if you choose without you will need to book them on line at the official website asap since they can be sold out days in advance
Infants must sit on laps
Not wheelchair accessible
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please make sure this tour includes approximately one mile of walking uphill/downhill on uneven surfaces and 200 steps (both ways).
Guests are advised to wear flat and comfortable walking shoes. Large backpacks and oversized purses are not permitted inside the site. Long queues and waiting might occur and every effort is made to coordinate the best timings for visits.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Professional licensed tour guide
Entrance tickets of Acropolis monuments (if you pick the option with tickets)
Professional meeting point (check in area) with WIFI available close to Acropolis
Whisper tour guide system for better listening of your guide (for groups larger than 5)
Small groups of maximum 20 people per guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities (about 5-10%)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance fees are excluded(unless you book the option with entrance tickets)
Acropolis
Acropolis of Athens monuments include Parthenon, Erechtium, Herodes Atticus Odeon, Ancient theater of Dionysus, Propylaia Gates, Temple of Nike. Tickets cost 20 euros per adult and free for non adults with show of the passports. Unless you book "with entrance tickets option of the tour"
Parthenon
Acropolis of Athens monuments include Parthenon, Erechtium, Herodes Atticus Odeon, Ancient theater of Dionysus, Propylaia Gates, Temple of Nike. Tickets cost 20 euros per adult and free for non adults with show of the passports. Unless you book "with entrance tickets option of the tour"
Expand your experience : Expand your experience with a visit to Acropolis museum after the Acropolis
Duration: 4 hours
Included guided tour at museum: We this option you add the Acropolis museum +2hours tour (4hours duration) included the entrance tickets of Acropolis+Museum
Acropolis tour without entrance tickets : IMPORTANT: Doesn't include entrance tickets, you need to buy them at the meeting point or online!
Acropolis with entrance ticket: Book our skip the line afternoon departure in French or German language included entrance tickets
Duration: 2 hours
Acropolis WITH entrance ticket: This option is the best choice if you want a stress-free experience with guaranteed entrance tickets secured in advance.
3,541 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Timothy B,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
Amazing tour with great views and our tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely would recommend going as early as possible to avoid crowds and the heat!
Meaghan M,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
Be prepared to climb many stairs! Wear sneakers. Bring water. It will be hot so wear light clothing and use sunscreen
Kerri N,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
Loved this tour! Our tour guide Demos was funny, personable, a great speaker. Be sure to go early as it gets so crowded and hot!
Levi G,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
Great tour with guide, ‘Alex’. He shared interesting knowledge, stopped the group in shade, and lead us to the best photo ops. You can tell he enjoys what he does. Thanks Alex!
LynsayJorge H,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
This tour was super! The guide was excellent and was worth the money. We booked at 8am which was good as it gets hot and busy!
Operated by Athens Walks Tour Company