Acropolis of Athens: Experience Parthenon and Acropolis Museum Walking Tour
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Immerse yourself in the ancient wonders of Athens with a walking tour of the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum. Discover the iconic Parthenon and marvel at the marble masterpieces that bring history to life.
Duration: 5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Change of Guards - Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Syntagma, Athens 10562 Greece
  • National Garden - Leoforos Amalias 1, Athens 10557 Greece
  • Zappeion - Zappeion, Athens, Attica
  • Acropolis - via Dionysiou Areopagitou str., Athens 105 58 Greece
  • Acropolis Museum - Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athens 117 42 Greece
What's Included
  • English speaking professional guide
  • Skip-the-ticket line service
  • Athens guide magazine
  • Athens map
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees are not included; (can be booked as a separate option)
Additional Information

Embark on the Perfect Blend Tour! Navigate through the city’s heart, visiting two primary attractions in just a handful of hours. At the Acropolis of Athens, you’ll get to discover the Parthenon, renowned as one of the most significant archaeological landmarks globally. Following this, you’ll delve into its global importance at the Acropolis Museum, where marble creations narrate a tale of their own. 
Please note that despite our bypass-the-ticket-line facility, some wait time may be necessary for security screenings. This is due to the unpredictable fluctuation in visitor count at the sites throughout the day. The usual wait times stand between 0 to 10 or 30 minutes, although, on uncommon instances, it could take longer. 

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • If you selected WITHOUT Ticket option it’s up to you to purchase your admission tickets from the official site—a simple but important task to ensure your spot on the tour. This means you’ll need to carefully choose the right date, time slot, and ticket category (for example, adults, students, etc.). Tour Schedule Alignment: The tour starts with the City Tour and accesses the Acropolis two hours approximately past the tour’s starting time, at approximately 11:40am, (Book your Acropolis ticket independently here → https://hhticket.gr) It’s crucial to ensure your tickets’ entry time corresponds with our tour’s specific schedule. Pre-Purchase Tickets: To ensure your participation, you must purchase your tickets prior to booking our tour. This step confirms the availability for your chosen tour date and time. Non-Refundable Tour Fee: Not possessing a valid entrance ticket at the beginning of the tour disqualifies you from joining the tour. Remember, the tour fee is non-refundable if you fail to meet this requirement. Please follow these steps carefully to ensure a smooth and enjoyable tour experience. Additional info Please note that presenting a valid ID or passport for verification at the sites is mandatory to be eligible for any applicable discounts. It is essential to double-check and ensure the accuracy of your personal information during the booking process. Any disparities between your reservation and the actual details could lead to non-refundable tour and ticket conditions.
  • If you selected WITH Ticket everything is included
Location
Syntagma Square
Platia Sintagmatos
Our staff, holding an orange Athens Walking Tours sign, will be waiting for you inside the Syntagma Metro Station, at the big hall underneath the hanging clock, next to the ticket validating machines. Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to given tour departure time.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Jean_k
Apr 22, 2024
Very enjoyable - Enjoyed seeing the sites of the city and then of course the acropolis Margaret was very knowledgeable and considerate of all her guest.
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Omkarpai21
Feb 29, 2024
The Ideal Walking Tour to cover Athens in one day. Worth the efforts and cost taken. - Our guide Tina was excellent in explaining the whole journey of the tour right from the change of guards to city tour and she was crisp with the facts and very prompt to answering all our questions. She was very keen and explained everything with so much interest. The Acropolis and Parthenon was the highlight of the tour. I would highly recommend this walking tour, while just reminding that there is a lot of walking that is required on the tour. Thank you Athens Walking Tour for the experience.
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Ericak906
Jan 18, 2024
So fun! - This was such a fun way to learn about Athens. I wasn't really sure what I was signing up for, so I am going to try and list some things that would be helpful to know after the review. Our tour guide Margarete was so informative and had great information and little side stories about the sites. It was a LONG tour (but we chose that) and a lot of walking, but there is literally no other way to access these sites. Also, the tour ends during the hottest part of the day at the Acropolis museum, which is indoor and air-conditioned. It was honestly really nice to walk around Athens this way. I highly, highly recommend this tour. Some things to note: -The cost of this tour is just for the guide and the tour itself. You will need to buy tickets to access the sites yourself, but they will sell them to you. Just be ready with cash. I think it was about $70 total -The meeting point is at a parkway of some sort, but the actual meeting place was inside the metro station at that parkway. We almost missed our tour because we didn't know or catch that. So, if you can't find a group, walk down into the Metro station and look for people -The tour includes "skip the line" passes at places like the Acropolis and the museum, but almost everyone will have those, so be prepared to still wait in line. -If you are going in the summer, it is HOT. Bring water. If you have space in your luggage, bring an insulated bottle to help keep it cold. -The Acropolis will probably be busy when you go, so if you want it not busy, you would have to go back on your own and buy a new ticket, aim for sunrise for no crowds -I know some travel bloggers recommend doing Athens at the end of your trip so you have wiggle room to account for ferry cancellations, etc. I would say do not to that for an all-day walking tour. I would have been absolutely beat and not made it the whole day, but like I said we booked the longest tour. There are shorter ones.
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P3051mxdeborahw
Nov 28, 2023
Amazing Athens tour - Our guide was outstanding! He was so knowledgeable, and I learned a lot. So glad I went on this tour and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Athens!
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James_g
Nov 20, 2023
Excellent Guide and Walking Tour - We took the Athens Walking Tours 5 hour city tour with Margarite as our Guide. She was such a great Guide - we really enjoyed our time with her. This tour is perfect for an overview of the city. Good value, well-coordinated and executed. I highly recommend this company and Margarite!
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Robert_f
Nov 16, 2023
Athens walking tour - We took the walking tour of The Acropolis and the new museum. Our guide was Olesya. She was so fun and so knowledgeable about Greek history and culture. I wish we could take her with us on our cruise as our guide for all our excursions. She was amazing.
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Nancy_w
Nov 5, 2023
Phenomenal Ancient Masterpieces - Being able to see such phenomenal ancient structures was a great achievement. It is hard to believe how these wonders were thoughtfully designed and constructed. Our guide was amazing in explaining all of this to us in a very interesting presentation. The day was perfect as it was warm but not unbearable and our guide made sure to find shady spots to stand.
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R4499himaryv
Nov 2, 2023
Best tour ever - One of the best tours ever! Our guide was top notch! He was very informative and knew how to talk to a crowd. I learned a lot and am so glad that my visit to Athens included this tour. A highlight of my visit!
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Mary_b
Oct 28, 2023
Hermes (sp?) did a great job. - Our guide, Hermes, was very knowledgeable about everything we saw and he discussed things in an entertaining way. We didn’t think the walking was too strenuous or excessive, but wear good walking shoes and cool clothing. It gets hot up on the hill. Major thanks to Hermes for our restaurant recommendation in the Plaka area. It was the dining highlight of our entire trip.
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Lawrence_r
Oct 20, 2023
A must do in Athens - We went on the 6 hour Acropolis/Museum tour. Our tour guide Ermis was very knowledgeable and passionate about everything we saw. Don’t be intimidated by the height. He stopped several times to tell us about the sites on the way up. The tour is the to go instead of wandering around wondering what you are look at. October is a great time to go.
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