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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 - Climb the revered hill of the Acropolis and delve into the architectural wonders of ancient Greece. The renowned Parthenon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, invites your discovery.
- Theater of Dionysus - Witness the birthplace of theatre at the Theatre of Dionysus. Its rock-carved hillside seating offers a rare insight into the…
- Acropolis - Climb the revered hill of the Acropolis and delve into the architectural wonders of ancient Greece. The renowned Parthenon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, invites your discovery.
- Theater of Dionysus - Witness the birthplace of theatre at the Theatre of Dionysus. Its rock-carved hillside seating offers a rare insight into the experience of ancient Athenian audiences enjoying their dramas and comedies.
- Herod Atticus Odeon - This Roman theatre on the Acropolis continues to resonate with history. It serves as a lively venue for music concerts and performances, allowing a connection with the past’s echoes.
- Temple of Athena Nike - Explore the beautiful Ionic Temple of Athena Nike on the Acropolis. Famous for its friezes and stunning panoramic views, it honors Athena, the goddess of victory.
- Erechtheion - Immerse in ancient myths at the Erechtheion, a temple on the Acropolis rich in Athenian legends. Admire its iconic Caryatid maidens, architectural marvels that have fascinated for centuries.
- Parthenon - The Parthenon is a symbol of ancient Greek brilliance. Appreciate its grand Doric columns, detailed friezes, and the breathtaking views of the city below.
- Acropolis Museum - Take a chronological journey through Athenian history at the Acropolis Museum. Its collection of Acropolis artifacts offers a fascinating glimpse into the artistic and cultural development 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
Explore the captivating history of Ancient Greece with a 3-hour walking tour of the Acropolis of Athens and the New Acropolis Museum. Accompanied by an expert guide, uncover the UNESCO-listed archaeological site and visit renowned landmarks such as the Parthenon, the Propylaea gateway, and the Temple of Athena Nike. Enjoy breathtaking views of Athens…
Explore the captivating history of Ancient Greece with a 3-hour walking tour of the Acropolis of Athens and the New Acropolis Museum. Accompanied by an expert guide, uncover the UNESCO-listed archaeological site and visit renowned landmarks such as the Parthenon, the Propylaea gateway, and the Temple of Athena Nike. Enjoy breathtaking views of Athens from the acropolis’ peak and gain insights into the evocative ruins. Following this, take a guided tour of the New Acropolis Museum, where glass floors showcase excavation sites. Please note that entrance fees are not included.
Even with our skip-the-ticket-line service, some waiting time may be necessary for security checks due to unpredictable visitor numbers at the sites throughout the day. Typically, the waiting time ranges from 0 to 10 or 30 minutes, although it may occasionally 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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Globetrotting794987
Mar 3, 2026
Acropolis tour - Our guide Andrea was fantastic. Her knowledge of the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum was great. The pace of the tour was also very good. She was helpful with other recommendations as well.
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Cristianr898
Feb 2, 2026
“Just do it!” 😊 - The guide (Giotta) was very engaging and knowledgeable during the tour. In general , she had a nice demeanour and a good sense of humour. The pace of the tour was good, and there’s also time for breaks/exploring.
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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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