Acropolis and Parthenon Walking Tour: A Journey through Western Civilization

Embark on a 4-hour walking tour of the Acropolis and Parthenon, led by an experienced licensed guide. Skip the lines, explore ancient monuments, and visit the New Acropolis Museum. Discover the rich history of Western civilization and enjoy stunning views of the Acropolis.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Athens - The capital
    Of Greece
What's Included
  • Small groups of less than 20 people per guide
  • Professional licensed tour guide
  • Skip the line
  • Entrance tickets if you book the options with entrance 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)
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees unless you book an option with entrance tickets
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Discover the origins of Western civilization with a knowledgeable licensed tour guide on a 4-hour walking tour of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Experience the fascinating history as you pass by the Parthenon and other iconic monuments of the Acropolis; explore the New Acropolis Museum to marvel at ancient sculptures. Walk across the glass floor of…

Location
Porinou 5
Porinou
Porinou street 5 inside Athens Walks office
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Blathnaid_m
Nov 11, 2025
Amazing tour guide - The tour was absolutely brilliant organised by Athens Walks. Our guide Greg was INSANELY knowledgeable and very pleasant. We had a fantastic time and would highly highly recommend Athens Walks and Greg.
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Nicole_b
Nov 10, 2025
Unforgettable Tour of the Acropolis and Parthenon - We had an amazing experience on our Acropolis and Parthenon tour, followed by the Acropolis Museum! Our guide, Lydia, was absolutely fantastic - knowledgeable, engaging, and full of fascinating stories that brought the ancient sites to life. She made history easy to understand and truly memorable. The tour was well-organized, informative, and a highlight of our time in Athens. Highly recommend this experience!
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Oskarina_r
Nov 9, 2025
Good - The walk Was nice the guide very friendly , and explain everything I recommend her was interesting for m
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Karen_h
Nov 9, 2025
Our guide, Elena, was... - Our guide, Elena, was very knowledgeable and entertaining. The trip to the top of the Acropolis was arduous, but we had many stops along the way to discuss the architecture and history as we climbed.
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Tatiana_j
Nov 8, 2025
We did the full 4 hour... - We did the full 4 hour tour with John and he was excellent! Incredibly knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. Would absolutely recommend! The tour didn't feel rushed at all and we had plenty of time to take pictures and stop for breaks.
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Sayaka_m
Nov 8, 2025
Amazing, professional, and reliable - John, our tour guide and archaeologist, was incredibly knowledgeable and kind. It was clear that he approaches his work with genuine passion and a strong sense of purpose. I couldn’t recommend his tour more highly to anyone visiting Athens for the first time. Unlike many tours that lack a licensed professional, John is a certified guide who brings both credibility and professionalism to the experience. He mentioned that he’ll be visiting Fukuoka, Japan, for an international tourism conference in February. That tells you how passionate he is with his work! I hope to join his tour again the next time I’m in Athens!
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Tiffany_c
Nov 8, 2025
Must-do Activity when in Athens - We had a great time touring the Acropolis & museum! Our tour guide Selina was fantastic, and gave us plenty of information about the rich history of Athens. Sure - you can easily purchase a ticket to the museum and see it for yourself without the tour guide- however, I felt that Selina gave us valuable information that I would not have known myself. This tour in its entirety was absolutely worth the money. I highly recommend doing this if it’s your first time in Athens.
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340did
Nov 7, 2025
Worth the climb - Don’t be afraid of the climb to the top of The Acropolis, it is easier than you think and absolutely worth it for the view. Greg, our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and full of so much information. I thought the museum part was probably a bit too long, but if you are interested in art and history, this would be great for you. Don’t miss the ruins underneath the museum.
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Lisa
Nov 6, 2025
Don’t miss out!! Let this company handle it all and enjoy your experience like we did! - Very professional organization and our guide Anna was a superb resource! She is a classically trained archaeologist and trained in tour guiding (6 years of learning!!) She was so full of information and delightful mythological stories we felt like we learned with any effort at all. Speaking of effort, the walk up the hill to the Parthenon is strenuous for some older folks so make you have someone to help you just in case! The views of Athens are fantastic! The wind is really something (be prepared); the gods will delight in flipping your dress up or stealing your hat!! We highly recommend this tour & ask for Anna!!
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Kayla_c
Nov 9, 2025
Save your money - The Acropolis gets five stars. The tour gets one. If you failed history, you might learn something. If you are out of shape, you might appreciate the very slow pace, which is probably inevitable with a large group of 18. I would highly recommend against this tour and would recommend independent entry to the Acropolis.
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From $40
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).