Afternoon Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour

Discover Athens’ Acropolis and Museum on a 4-hour afternoon tour. Enjoy fewer crowds, cooler temperatures, and stunning sunset views. Book your historical adventure now.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Theater of Dionysus - Feel the excitement as you explore the Theater of Dionysus, where numerous renowned ancient comedies and tragedies had their debut performances.
  • Herod Atticus Odeon - Proceed to the Roman Herodion theater, constructed in honor of Herodes Atticus’ wife.
  • Propylaea - Ascend to the entrance of the Acropolis, known as the Propylaea.
  • Temple of Athena Nike - Enjoy the sights of the Temple of Athena Nike.
  • Parthenon - Stroll towards the Parthenon, devoted to the goddess Athena, the protector of Athens. Appreciate this pinnacle of 5th-century Doric order architecture.
  • Erechtheion - Lastly, behold the Erechtheion, a distinctive architectural masterpiece celebrated for its asymmetrical design and supported by six sculpted female figures.
  • Acropolis Museum - After your Acropolis tour, explore the nearby Acropolis Museum, just a short walk away. On the ground floor, discover artifacts showcasing Athenian daily life – from wedding customs and children’s toys to healing techniques and religious practices.

Moving to the first floor, get up close to mysterious ancient statues from the 6th century B.C. that once adorned the Acropolis. Walk alongside the Caryatids and large pieces from the Acropolis entrance, experiencing their grandeur.

On the top floor, enjoy a breathtaking view of the Acropolis while admiring the original and artistically excellent Parthenon frieze. It’s a chance to be fascinated by the unique history and artistry of Athens, all within reach of the Acropolis site.

What's Included
  • Separate entrance to the Acropolis Museum
  • Tickets to Acropolis & Acropolis Museum included
  • Skip the lines at the ticket offices
  • English speaking licensed guide
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Skip-the-line separate entrance to the Acropolis. No one can skip the lines to Acropolis.
  • Use of the elevator at the Acropolis Hill
Additional Information

Come on a 4-hour tour to Athens’ most important spot and step back in time! A friendly English-speaking guide, an expert with a license, will lead you through a journey of history and mythology at the UNESCO-listed Acropolis. Visit the Acropolis Museum, among the world’s best, and be amazed by original masterpieces, brightly lit by natural sunlight. Check out ancient wonders through glass floors during excavations.

Choose the afternoon tour for a more relaxed experience with fewer people and milder temperatures. The heat is less, making it comfy for you. Plus, enjoy the beautiful colors of the setting sun – it’s like magic, adding an extra layer of beauty to your time-travel adventure.

So, if you want to explore the Acropolis and its museum without waiting in long lines as at this time of day the crowd at the rock tends to be smaller, in the pleasant afternoon breeze, and with the stunning backdrop of the sun’s colors, this tour is just right for you!

  • In an effort to ensure that you will avoid any kind of discomfort and most importantly that you will feel comfortable, our guides may change order of the sites you may visit.
  • Due to strict Acropolis entry times, punctuality is crucial. Latecomers cannot be accommodated, and no refunds will be provided.
  • Entrance tickets to be handed by the guide in paper form on date and time of the visit, at the meeting point.
  • We cannot use the elevator to the Acropolis on group tours
  • Strollers are not allowed in Acropolis
  • The Acropolis of Athens is a citadel built on top of a relatively steep hill which can be slippery at specific spots especially when raining.
  • Bring a bottle of water (no cafe-bar at the site, only a water fountain), a hat, sunglasses, and an umbrella on a rainy day.
  • Not suitable for children under 6 years old
  • Not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
Location
Crescendo Cafe
Outside Acropolis metro station opposite the Crescendo cafe, near the escalators of the Acropolis Metro station (follow the exit Makriyianni/Dionysiou Arepagitou). Your guide will be next to the Metro sign, on the Makrigianni pedestrian walkway, holding a white and light blue “Athenian Tours” sign.
Cancellation Policy

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

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