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Acropolis of Athens and Acropolis Museum: 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Ancient Greece
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Explore the Acropolis of Athens and the Acropolis Museum on a 3-hour guided walking tour. Discover ancient Greek monuments, enjoy stunning views, and learn about the evocative ruins.
Explore the Acropolis of Athens and the Acropolis Museum on a 3-hour guided walking tour. Discover ancient Greek monuments, enjoy stunning views, and learn about the evocative ruins.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Acropolis - Ascend the sacred hill of the Acropolis and immerse yourself in the architectural marvels of ancient Greece. The iconic Parthenon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, awaits your exploration.
- Theater of Dionysus - Experience the origin of theatre itself at the Theatre of Dionysus. Its hillside seating, carved into the rock, offers a…
- Acropolis - Ascend the sacred hill of the Acropolis and immerse yourself in the architectural marvels of ancient Greece. The iconic Parthenon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, awaits your exploration.
- Theater of Dionysus - Experience the origin of theatre itself at the Theatre of Dionysus. Its hillside seating, carved into the rock, offers a unique glimpse into how ancient Athenian audiences experienced their tragedies and comedies.
- Herod Atticus Odeon - The Odeon, a Roman theatre nestled on the Acropolis, continues to reverberate with history. It remains a vibrant venue for music concerts and performances, allowing you to connect with the echoes of the past.
- Temple of Athena Nike - Discover the exquisite Ionic Temple of Athena Nike on the Acropolis. Renowned for its friezes and breathtaking panoramic views, it pays homage to Athena, the goddess of victory.
- Erechtheion - Delve into ancient myths at the Erechtheion, a temple on the Acropolis steeped in Athenian legends. Marvel at its iconic Caryatid maidens, architectural wonders that have captured imaginations for centuries.
- Parthenon - The Parthenon stands as a testament to ancient Greek ingenuity. Admire its majestic Doric columns, intricate friezes, and the awe-inspiring vistas of the city below.
- Acropolis Museum - Embark on a chronological journey through Athenian history at the Acropolis Museum. Its collection of artifacts from the Acropolis provides a captivating window into the artistic and cultural evolution of ancient Greece.
What's Included
- Guided visit of the Erechtheion
- Small Group tour
- Skip-the-ticket line service if WITH ticket option is booked
- Athens Map
- Guided visit of the Asclepeion
- Earsets to better hear your guide
- Guided visit of the Parthenon
- Guided visit of the Dionysus Theatre
- Athens Guide Magazine
- English speaking professional guide
- Guided visit of the Acropolis
- Guided visit of the Erechtheion
- Small Group tour
- Skip-the-ticket line service if WITH ticket option is booked
- Athens Map
- Guided visit of the Asclepeion
- Earsets to better hear your guide
- Guided visit of the Parthenon
- Guided visit of the Dionysus Theatre
- Athens Guide Magazine
- English speaking professional guide
- Guided visit of the Acropolis
What's Not Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
Additional Information
Delve into the fascinating world of Ancient Greece on a 3-hour walking tour of the Acropolis of Athens and the New Acropolis Museum. With an expert guide, discover the UNESCO-listed archaeological site and visit world-famous monuments including the Parthenon, Propylaea gateway and the Temple of Athena Nike. Absorb jaw-dropping views of Athens from the…
Delve into the fascinating world of Ancient Greece on a 3-hour walking tour of the Acropolis of Athens and the New Acropolis Museum. With an expert guide, discover the UNESCO-listed archaeological site and visit world-famous monuments including the Parthenon, Propylaea gateway and the Temple of Athena Nike. Absorb jaw-dropping views of Athens from the acropolis’ summit, and learn about the evocative ruins. Then, enjoy a guided tour of the New Acropolis Museum, where glass floors reveal excavation sites. Entrance fees not included.
Please be aware that even with our skip-the-ticket-line service, there might be some waiting time required for security checks. This is because visitor numbers can fluctuate unpredictably at the sites throughout the day. The typical waiting time falls within 0 to 10 or 30 minutes, though on rare occasions, it might be longer.
- Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes
- If you selected the WITHOUT ticket option follow the instructions on your voucher to book your tickets
- Bring a hat and wear sunscreen lotion
- Brinng a bottle of water
- Strict Acropolis entry times mean we can’t wait for latecomers. No refunds will be given.
- All visitors undergo airport-style security; expect peak season waits of up to 30+ minutes.
- Cutoff times sync with Athens local time.
- Tours run rain or shine.
- Backpacks are not allowed
- IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT BABY STROLLERS: Please have in mind that 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
- When entrance to the Acropolis is free, the cost of the entrance fee is already deducted from the tour price
- If you are entitled to a reduced entrance at the site, then a valid ID or Passport is required for verification of age and nationality at the sites.
Location
Dionysiou Areopagitou 3
Dionysiou Areopagitou
We will be waiting for you at 3, Dionyssiou Areopagitou Street. Look for the orange sign displaying "Athens Walking Tours." It is located at the start of the pedestrian walkway that leads to the Acropolis from Hadrian's Arch, Siggrou Avenue (also written as Syngrou).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Bridget_o
Dec 18, 2025
Dimitris was amazing, he... - Dimitris was amazing, he shared the history of the Acropolis in a very engaging manner. The entire tour was very interesting & informative. We especially enjoyed hearing the mythological stories.
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Beverly_c
Nov 8, 2025
Wow. Rina was a wealth of... - Wow. Rina was a wealth of information. My husband was a bit hobbled due to a knee replacement in June. She was very patient and helpful. This is a great tour. All the ruins were explained in detail as were the exhibits in the museum.
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Antoinewaterfall
Nov 4, 2025
Unforgettable Athens - The Acropolis and its Museum. We recommend visiting the Museum before visiting the Acropolis. Indeed, the friezes detailed in restoration or not in the museography are better visible in the Muse. Thus the chronology of the carved decorations, the architecture of the models, and also the objects of art give the measure of the great Athenian civilization. The Museum is also a very beautiful architectural project (one of the most beautiful museums in the world to emphasize its real museographic qualities), remarkable in its cultural respect for what it presents (not at all 'have you seen'), beautiful course (this is really among the Ancient Greeks), functioning as a real case. Very nice effects of terraces, glass facades and interior curtains. Good Museum cafeteria, beautiful salads, cordial Service. The Acropolis we don't comment: we love it! The shopping district with its marble-paved streets is also worth it. Well-matched shops and beautiful presentations (fashion, jewelry, antiques, souvenirs), friendly manager.
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Anne
Nov 2, 2025
Excellent tour - Excellent guide. She was very knowledgeable. We especially enjoyed the museum. We have toured the acropolis before and we learned a lot more thanks to our guide on this trip.
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Nicole_i
Oct 20, 2025
Tour guide Yolanda AMAZING - Our tour guide YOLANDA was so informative about the history of the Acropolis and museum. She was great!
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Vickie_o
Oct 20, 2025
Great tour even in the rain - We took the Acropolis tour and the museum tour with Maria. She was excellent and provided much information we would not have otherwise been exposed to. It rained during the entire tour, but they provided rain gear for all. The Acropolis is naturally very slippery due to the terrain ( hilly and lots of marble), but the rain made it more difficult. Maria was undaunted by the weather and maintained ongoing commentary. She was also very patient and took extra care to assure we were all okay. Great tour even in the rain!
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Devin_h
Oct 16, 2025
Fascinating Journey - Excellent Tour - Very knowledgeable guide, of course the Acropolis is a once in a lifetime event and the guide really communicated well. Plenty of breaks, but there's no getting out of a lot of walking.
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Susan_d
Oct 16, 2025
smd - Our guide, Margarita, was very knowledgeable and informative. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone planning on visiting Athens.
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Tony_o
Oct 16, 2025
Acropolis - The actual event was fantastic, but the tour guide was not very interesting. She spoke anecdotally too much and not about the historical significance of the subject, essentially taking away valuable time of allowing us to take photos.
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Joanne
Oct 16, 2025
Crowded tour with repetitive and patronizing guide - They falsely advertise max of 24 people, yet there were 31 of us. Guide was knowledgeable but not friendly (as advertised) or engaging. Very repetitive.
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