• Acropolis - Arrive at our office at Mitseon 2, Athens, 11742, at least 15 minutes before the tour begins to meet your guide. The tour starts with a visit to the Acropolis hill. As you ascend, explore the Dionysus Theater, the birthplace of renowned ancient dramas and tragedies. Stroll around the magnificent Odeon of Herodes Atticus and the sanctuary dedicated to the healing god Asclepius. At the hill’s summit, visit the Propylea, the Temple of Nike, the Erechtheion Temple, and the iconic Parthenon, a symbol of democracy and Western civilization. These 5th-century B.C. monuments are a testament to the splendor of ancient Athens and the Golden Age of Pericles. Take a brief pause before proceeding to the Acropolis Museum, where you can use the restroom.
• Acropolis Museum - Following the Acropolis tour, enjoy a visit to the Acropolis Museum, just a short walk from the Acropolis site. The ground floor exhibits reveal aspects of Athenian daily life, including wedding customs, children’s toys, healing methods, and religious practices. On the first floor, stand close to the enigmatic archaic statues from the 6th century B.C. that once adorned the Acropolis. Marvel at the Caryatids and large sections of the Acropolis entrance. On the top floor, with a stunning view of the Acropolis, admire the original Parthenon frieze, unique in concept and artistic excellence.
• Parthenon - Visit the Parthenon, dedicated to Athena, the patroness of Athens, and appreciate this 5th-century pinnacle of Doric architecture.
• Theater of Dionysus - Skip the line and feel the excitement of the Theater of Dionysus, where many famous ancient comedies and tragedies premiered.
• Herod Atticus Odeon - Proceed to the Roman Herodion theater, built in memory of Herodes Atticus’s wife.
• Propylaea - Ascend to the Acropolis gateway, the Propylaea.
• Temple of Athena Nike - Enjoy views of the Temple of Athena Nike.
• Erectheion - Finally, admire the Erechtheion, a unique architectural masterpiece known for its asymmetrical design and six sculpted female figures as supports.

• Tickets to Acropolis & Acropolis Museum (optional)
• Skip-the-line access to Acropolis & Museum (optional)
• Exclusive entrance to Acropolis Museum
• Expert English-speaking guide

• 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
• Acropolis entry tickets
• Acropolis Museum entry ticket

Embark on a 4-hour queue-jumping, engaging and informative tour of Athens’ most notable monument. This expedition is led by an English-speaking domain specialist and certified tour guide. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-recognized Acropolis of Athens through a voyage into its history, mythology and narratives. The tour subsequently includes a stop at the Acropolis Museum, ranked among the world’s leading museums. All the original remaining masterpieces from the Acropolis’ temples are exhibited using natural illumination. Excavations can also be observed beneath transparent floors and pathways.

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Not wheelchair and strollers accessible; not suitable for people with mobility impairments, children under 6, pregnant travelers, or those with serious medical conditions
• If you opted for the “WITHOUT tickets” choice, please bring cash to purchase your admission ticket at our check-in spot just before the tour. We can reserve tickets for your designated time as long as you let us know in advance that you will get them from us. Otherwise you must buy them on your own from the official sites at least 24 hours before the tour. When you book the option without entrance tickets, ask for instructions about the correct time slot of the tickets, before you buy them on you own.
• Elevator use to the Acropolis is not permitted on group tours
• Our guides may adjust the order of sites for your comfort
• Choose the private option for a more flexible start time
• Entrance tickets: If you booked with tickets, your guide will hand them to you at the meeting point. If you booked without tickets, please buy them online at least 24h in advance (ask us for the correct time slot), or you may purchase them from us (30€ Acropolis / 20€ Museum per person, adult tickets only) only if you notify us, at least 24h in advance, to ensure availability.
• Punctuality is crucial due to strict Acropolis entry times; latecomers cannot be accommodated and no refunds are possible
• Meeting point: Athenian Tours Office, Mitseon 2, 11742 Athens (short walk from Acropolis Metro). From the Port of Piraeus allow 30–40 minutes by taxi, longer in morning traffic
• The Acropolis is on a steep hill; some paths are slippery when wet
• Bring water, hat, sunglasses, and umbrella if it rains (no cafés on site, only a water fountain)
• Audio quality may occasionally be affected by other groups’ equipment
• Please note: On days when the Acropolis or Acropolis Museum offers free entry, our tour prices are adjusted accordingly, ensuring you are not charged for these complimentary tickets.
• Not suitable for children under 6 years old
• Not suitable for people with mobility impairments.

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