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Acropolis and Parthenon Tour: Scenic Walk in Plaka and Monastiraki
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163 Ratings
Athina
Discover Acropolis and Parthenon, stroll through Plaka, and explore Monastiraki's history on a 3.5-hour guided walking tour in Athens.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Acropolis - The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel situated on a rocky hill above the city of Athens, housing the remains of several historically and architecturally significant buildings, the most renowned being the Parthenon. The term acropolis is derived from the Greek words ἄκρον and πόλις.
- Parthenon - The Parthenon is a former temple on the Athenian Acropolis in Greece, dedicated to the goddess Athena, whom the Athenians regarded as their patroness. Construction began in 447 BC when the Delian League was at its zenith.
- Temple of Athena Nike - The Temple of Athena Nike is a temple on the Acropolis of Athens, dedicated to the goddesses Athena and Nike. Built around 420 BC, it is the earliest fully Ionic temple on the Acropolis.
- Tower of the Winds - The Tower of the Winds, also known as the Horologion of Andronikos Kyrrhestes, is an octagonal Pentelic marble clocktower in the Roman Agora in Athens that served as a horologion or “timepiece.” It is considered the world’s first meteorological station. Unofficially, the monument is also called Aerides (Greek: Αέρηδες), meaning Winds. The structure features a combination of sundials, a water clock, and a wind vane. It was designed by Andronicus of Cyrrhus around 50 BC, though some sources suggest it might have been constructed in the 2nd century BC before the rest of the forum. The Athens Ephorate of Antiquities carried out restoration work, cleaning, and conservation between 2014 and 2016.
- Monastiraki - The heart of Athens, this square is known for its vibrant atmosphere and significant historical importance.
- Plaka - Nestled in the shadow of the Acropolis and its ancient temples, the hillside area of Plaka has a village-like charm, with narrow cobblestone streets lined with small shops selling jewelry, clothes, and local ceramics. Sidewalk cafes and family-run tavernas stay open late, and Cine Paris screens classic movies outdoors. Nearby, the whitewashed homes of the Anafiotika neighborhood give the small enclave a Greek-island feel.
- Roman Agora - The Roman Agora was constructed around 100 meters east of the original agora by Eucles of Marathon between 27 BC and 17 BC (or possibly in 10 BC), using funds donated by Augustus, fulfilling a promise originally made by Julius Caesar in 51 BC. The Roman Agora has not been fully excavated today, but it is known to have been an open space surrounded by a peristyle. To its south was a fountain. To its east, behind a marble colonnade, were shops and an Ionic propylaeum (entrance), the Gate of Athena Archegetis. To its west was a Doric gate, the East Propylon, next to the Tower of the Winds and a set of “vespasianae” (public toilets). An inscription records the existence of an Agoranomion (an office for market officials). The Fethiye Mosque was built to the north during the Ottoman period.
What's Included
- Acropolis entrance tickets
- licensed tour guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities (optional),Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
Leave the hustle and bustle of central Athens behind and journey to the tranquil Acropolis hill for a slow-paced 3.5-hour walking tour, culminating in a stroll through the scenic Plaka! Your knowledgeable local guide will take you on a tour of the serene hills surrounding Athens’ Acropolis, engaging in conversation about the district’s rich ancient history along the way. Explore the enchantments of Plaka (Athens’ Old Town), the Roman Agora with its preserved relics, and experience the millennial history of Monastiraki square. A leisurely-paced walking tour merging the splendid Acropolis sites and Parthenon temple with the most picturesque and charming district of Athens - the grand Plaka.
- A minimum of 2 people is required to operate the tour
- Comfortable shoes are advised
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Minimum age is 11 years
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Location
Porinou 5
Porinou
The meeting point is located few steps away from the metro station "Acropolis" at:5 , Porinou str., 11742, Athens.
If you use google maps, make sure to add the postal code to the address.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Opulenttravler
May 4, 2024
We had the best guide to the Acropolis and Plaka! Include Plaka in your tour. - Everything in this tour was wonderful! Anna was an amazing guide!!! If you go, see Plaka as well the Acropolis, it is charming. Anna made all of it so interesting with so much knowledge about every aspect, cultural, mythological and historical aspects.
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Noreen_b
Nov 2, 2023
Artemis was an amazing guide - We really enjoyed our tour of the Acropolis. Artemis was a great tour guide. She was very knowledgeable.
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Kim_c
Oct 9, 2023
Visually Spectacular - Fantastic walking tour. Easy meeting point. Sofia our guide was amazing. So so knowledgeable and made navigating the Acropolis and Pathanon so easy. Walk through Plaka was also a highlight. A real hidden gem. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Katherinewn5834pi
Oct 3, 2023
A great tour! - Anna was wonderful! We loved our tour with her. She was very knowledgeable and a delight to spend the morning with!
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Walt_d
Sep 24, 2023
Walking tour Athens - Old historic neighborhood by the Acropolis .
The historical and architecture..
Recommend the walking tour
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Sharon_e
Aug 26, 2023
Great Athens experience - Thoroughly enjoyable experience with a great guide, Artemis. The pies at the end of the trip were absolutely delicious! Good value for money too.
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Dorism71
May 20, 2023
Demos saved our day - We only had two days in Athens before our cruise, so time is limited. We unfortunately were at the wrong location and missed our 9 AM tour, and got to Athens Walks late.Demos was such a helpful young man and made sure we didn’t miss out. He split our tour and we joined the Plaka part of the tour and came back in the evening for the Acropolis tour with George as our guide. George was intelligent and had us understand not only the history of acropolis, but also Greek mythology. This was the highlight of our stay in Athens.
We cannot say enough about Demos as he went above and beyond to help us that day. He should get some accolades from his supervisor as he really deserves it.
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Lindsay
Jun 28, 2022
Kostas was the best !! - This tour was absolutely fantastic!! Seeing the Parthenon and learning about the other monuments was absolutely fascinating. One of the best parts of the tour was working with Kostas. He was so knowledgeable, passionate, and enthusiastic. It is very clear how much he loves Athens and all of its rich history which made his ability to share his wealth of information that much more interesting and exciting. He was also very personable and friendly. He has a great sense of humor and was happy to snap a photo. We did the acropolis tour with a big group but were lucky enough to end the day with the hidden gems walking tour with just my husband, Kostas, and I. This was an amazing opportunity to see more of old Athens and Plaka and get to truly see some hidden gems we never would’ve found without this tour. Cannot recommend Kostas enough. He truly made the experience for us! Would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Athens.
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Heather_m
Jun 4, 2022
Must Do Tour with Hidden Gem!!! - Artemis was an amazing guide! She provided so much background each step up the way. We really enjoyed the Greek stories along with the heritage of the villages. The hidden gems after the Acropolis was even more special as there was just a small group and we got to see more of the community and how the town around the Acropolis became the old town. You get a headset to listen as you walk around so you're still able to hear while taking pictures at your own pace. She found as much shade for us as possible but I would suggest bringing an umbrella and water. Don't go to Greece without taking a tour, you'll miss out on so much information that isn't in books.
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A7315xbdianas
May 29, 2023
Not the tour I would TAKE! - The tour company changed our tour to another tour because they could not meet the original commitment. We agreed. During our tour our guide left us at the Parthenon to take the tour to the museum. We were only 5 minutes late to our meeting spot. Worse, she only gave us 20 minutes to take photos, get water and go to the restroom...which had a very long line. She seemed very taken back by the crowds and I found that unprofessional from the get go. Not a good experience.
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