Acropolis Tour: Early Bird Access to Parthenon

Join our Early Bird Acropolis Tour and beat the heat and crowds! Explore iconic monuments, enjoy panoramic views, and learn fascinating myths and historical facts.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Acropolis Of Athens - Majestically situated above Athens, the Acropolis is an ancient citadel on a rocky hill, inviting visitors to explore iconic temples like the Parthenon and discover the birthplace of Western civilization.
  • Propylaea - The Propylaea serves as the entrance gate to the Acropolis, impressively framed by a marble structure…
What's Included
  • Professional local licensed guide
  • Skip-the-ticket line service
  • Earsets to better hear the guide
  • Athens Map
  • Athens Guide magazine for ideas on things to do
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off service
  • Food and beverages
Additional Information

Join the Early Bird Acropolis Tour to avoid the heat and crowds! Beginning at the main entrance, the tour proceeds directly to the Parthenon, where participants can admire the renowned Caryatids at the Erechtheion. A licensed guide will provide intriguing myths and historical insights about these iconic landmarks while offering panoramic 360-degree…

Location
XPCF+G9
ACROPOLIS MAIN ENTRANCE Our staff, holding the orange Athens Walking Tours sign, will be waiting for you at the main Acropolis Entrance, across the canteen. Please be at the meeting 15 minutes prior to tour departure time.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
4.8
(162 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Ljshipp80
Jun 4, 2026
Great experience. Guide... - Great experience. Guide was very knowledgeable but also kept it very interesting. Time for picture taking and looking around ourselves. If going to the Parthenon definitely worth it!
Review provided by Viator
Courtney_m
Jun 3, 2026
Great tour! - My husband and I were in Athens for our honeymoon and we booked the first morning tour in the Acropolis. Our tour guide was Nicky and she was great! She was funny, gave us time to take photos, gave us a lot of information and stories and was overall just a great guide! We would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Athens. We saw everything in the Acropolis and then some!
Review provided by Viator
Kellie_d
Jun 1, 2026
Definitely do this early visit! - We had Margarita as our tour guide, she was excellent! Very knowledgeable about Acropolis. She had great story's about the gods and all the myths. Super educational facts, too. The early time slot is a must- it was busy, but by the time we were leaving it was over crowded and would not have been as enjoyable. 10/10 😁
Review provided by Viator
Alyssa_w
Jun 1, 2026
Margarita was a fantastic... - Margarita was a fantastic guide. She was captivating and it felt much more like she was telling stories rather than giving a lecture. My 16 year old was engaged throughout. It was a great tour.
Review provided by Viator
Leah_k
May 30, 2026
Easy check in process.... - Easy check in process. Maria, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable! Overall great experience! Going early in the morning was a great idea! It was cool and beat the crowds.
Review provided by Viator
Annette_w
May 30, 2026
Go early to the Acropolis - I recommend the first access early slot.If you want to beat the crowds. Our tour guide Nice was excellent.
Review provided by Viator
Drew_t
May 27, 2026
Great Tour - Our guide Rina was extremely knowledgeable and provided numerous insights on the Acropolis and related history!
Review provided by Viator
Trisha_p
May 25, 2026
Magical in the early morning - Our guide Philippia was a trove of knowledge and stories about the Acropolis and its buildings. She also directed us to the best spots for photos before the crowds really build up. The early entry ticket was definitely worth paying for.
Review provided by Viator
Jennifer_l
May 24, 2026
Fantastic tour - Sofia was a great host. So much history and a real pleasure to visit such a beautiful historic place
Review provided by Viator
David_m
Jun 4, 2026
Were told to turn up 30... - Were told to turn up 30 minutes early and wait by the canteen, Guides turned up late and didn't go to the canteen ( which was an unlabelled building - very confusing)
Review provided by Viator
From $39
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).