Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon and Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
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Athens, Greece
- 3 to 4 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Dodge the research hassles and discover both the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum on a half-day tour with a guide to put all the history in context. Following the Acropolis tour with a visit to the museum takes you beyond the monuments for a glimpse of daily lives in ancient Athens, from spirituality to celebrations—and, of course, magnificent artwork. Upgrade to include skip-the-line tickets—or even a private tour.
- Go deeper into ancient Greece at the iconic Acropolis and its museum
- A certified guide shares an in-depth perspective on the ancient sites
- See the Acropolis, preserved original statues, and friezes
- Convenient meetup point at a central metro station
What's Included
- English speaking licensed guide
- Skip the lines at the ticket offices to the Acropolis of Athens & Museum (if option selected)
- Tickets to Acropolis & Acropolis Museum are included (if option selected)
- Enter through a separate entrance to the Acropolis Museum
- 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 (unless option selected)€30.00 per person
- Acropolis Museum entry ticket (unless option selected)€20.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Mitseon 2, Athina 117 42, Greece
Meet your guide at Athenian Tours' tour office at Mitseon 2, 11742. Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to the tour departure time.
End point
- Acropolis MuseumDionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athina 117 42, Greece
Itinerary
1
Acropolis
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Acropolis Museum
2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Parthenon
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Theatre of Dionysus (Pass By)
Herod Atticus Odeon (Pass By)
4
Propylaea
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Temple of Athena Nike (Pass By)
5
Erectheion
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- 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.
- ID check required upon entry for reduced/free tickets holders
- Not suitable for children under 6 years old
- Not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 2,027 reviews
Roxie_B, May 2026
Very crowded and steepwalk but well worth the adventure. The guide was informative and moved us slow not to tax the older people.
Cathy_S, May 2026
Our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable! So happy we booked a tour instead of trying to do this on our own.
Bradley_H, May 2026
Overall great tour! Since our tour started later in the day, we started with the museum first which we really liked as we were able to learn a lot of the history before touring the actual site. Our tour guide, Jason, was fantastic! He was extremely knowledgeable, did a great job of explaining and was very entertaining as well. I highly definitely recommend this tour!
Jose_D, May 2026
The tour guide (poli) was awesome. She knew her Greek Mythology and history. The visit to the acropolis and the views were fantastic. Highly recommend.
Katie_T, May 2026
This was an amazing experience. We learned so much. The “Wine Goddess” was friendly and knowledgeable. We all really enjoyed our tour.
Nicole_A, May 2026
Exceptional service, easy online booking. Our tour guide Angel was extremely knowledgeable. She really is an historian educator. Keep up the great work. Would recommend this tour company!
Lynn_W, May 2026
Chrysa was very knowledgeable and very well versed in all the sites we went to. I would highly recommend this tour and Chrysa.
Brian_B, May 2026
Tour was great. Our guide was very knowledgeable (actually had degrees in archeology and history) and spoke phenomenal English (booked an English speaking tour).
Monica_R, May 2026
It was wonderful. Our tour guide Anastasia was awesome. We were a bit late because of no taxis so walked and the company was so accommodating.
LaToya_B, May 2026
Irene was GREAT! She is so knowledgeable and provided such an amazing experience. I absolutely recommend this tour and wouldn’t have wanted to do it with anyone else. Irene is the best!!
Andrea_A, May 2026
Irene was a pleasure, she was extremely knowledgeable and her personality was so sweet. You can tell explaining the history of Athens is her passion. Great job Irene!!!
Kendall_N, May 2026
Amazing guide, great facts and stories, lovely sites! We did not know what to expect but were blown away
Byron_B, May 2026
Our tour guide was excellent. However, Athenian Tours office was not. They wanted you to be there 20 min early, however, if you arrived 45 min early they wouldn't sign you in, even with no one in line. Was told to wait for 30 min. However by then there was 30 people in line and took 15 min to get to front of the line. Silly that they didn't register us when we got there.
Anna_J, May 2026
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and explained many things we came across at both the Acropolis and the museum. We walked up the hill at a slow pace, so it wasn’t a very taxing walk. The audio device we were given was also nice because some areas were crowded/noisy, so it was easy to hear our guide even if we were in the back of the group. We had two short restroom breaks, but other than that, it was a continuous 3.5-hour tour. I was glad I chose the option with tickets included because I didn’t have to worry about purchasing the correct tickets—that was all taken care of for me.
James_H, May 2026
Have good shoes, water and a snack. Our guide was excellent. Celina was informative and entertaining. Pace was perfect.
Kimberly_D, May 2026
Our tour guide, Pol, was very knowledgeable, patient, and considerate of all guests. It was a great experience!
james_m, May 2026
Very knowledgeable guide, ez to listen to. Able to see and visit all areas stated in tour outline...
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear James,
Thank you for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour and found the guide knowledgeable and easy to follow. It’s great that you were able to see and visit all the areas included in the itinerary. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in Greece soon!
Warm regards,
The Athenian Tours Team,
julie_f, May 2026
pack your patience it is very busy. our guide was good and very knowledgeable. because of so much information on the site and the crowds the tour was WAY longer then the time they said and because of this we had to leave the tour early not finishing it.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Julie,
Thank you for your feedback and for sharing your experience. We’re glad to hear you found our guide knowledgeable, but we’re sorry the crowds and extended timing affected your ability to complete the tour. Your comments are important and will help us improve scheduling and communication. We appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you again for a smoother experience.
Warm regards
Narasimhachari_R, May 2026
Excellent way to see the Acropolis. Our guide Angel was a wonderful tour guide. Take the first tour before it gets hot and crowded
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Traveler,
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed seeing the Acropolis and that Angel made the experience even better with his guidance. We also appreciate your helpful tip about starting early to avoid the heat and crowds. We hope to welcome you again in Athens soon!
Warm regards,
The Athenian Tours Team
Tessa_R, May 2026
Instructions and communication from the company after booking for meet up was clear and easy to follow.
Our tour guide, Margarita was engaging and had an expert path so we got to see all that the experience had to offer. I would go as early as you can before the place gets too swarmed by the crowds. We had ample bathroom stops and a few stops to snag photos. It was such a great experience. Again, Margarita was so dynamic with the tour and answering questions you could tell how much she enjoys her job!!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Tessa,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that our communication and meeting instructions were clear and easy to follow. It’s also great to know Margarita’s engaging guiding style and expert pacing helped you make the most of your visit. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in Greece soon!
Warm regards,
The Athenian Tours Team
Michael_H, May 2026
be prepared for a lot of climbing but it is well worth it. Parts of the acropolis can be slippery. Our guide Natasha, was constantly reminding us to be careful and look down. No one had a problem. Guide was very knowledgable about the history of the acropolis as well as artifacts located inside the acropolis museum. The museum is something that should be done as well.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Michael,
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re glad you enjoyed the experience and appreciated Natasha’s care and guidance throughout the tour. Safety is very important, especially on the Acropolis terrain, and we’re happy to hear everyone had a smooth visit. It’s also wonderful that you enjoyed both the Acropolis and the museum experience. We hope to welcome you again soon!
Warm regards,
The Athenian Tours Team
Pamela_M, May 2026
This place is amazing and it is a must to have a guide
Jordan was full of so much information we would have missed out on if he wasn’t there
The museum is a must as well finishing off the whole experience of this amazing place
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Pamela,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience and that Jordan helped bring the history and significance of the Acropolis to life. A guided tour truly can reveal so many details and stories that might otherwise be missed, and we’re so glad you found his knowledge valuable.
We also couldn’t agree more about the museum — it’s the perfect way to complete the Acropolis experience. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Jordan, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
Warm regards,
The Athenian Tours Team
Molly_S, May 2026
A must do to appreciate the history. Amaryllis our guide was fantastic. We got a feel for ancient life
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Molly,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so pleased to hear that the tour helped bring the history of the Acropolis and ancient Athens to life for you. Amaryllis is truly passionate about sharing the stories of the past, and we’re delighted that her guidance gave you such a meaningful glimpse into ancient life. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to her. We hope to welcome you again on another unforgettable experience in Greece!
Warm regards,
The Athenian Tours Team
Esperanza_R, May 2026
The tour was very well organized. Our guide, Marina was very knowledgeable and friendly. She allowed extra time for breaks and gave us extra information regarding other must sees in Athens.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Traveler,
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you found the tour well organized and enjoyed your time with Marina. Her knowledge, friendliness, and thoughtful pace truly help create a comfortable and enriching experience for our guests. We’re especially happy that her recommendations for other must-see spots in Athens added even more to your visit. We’ll be sure to share your kind feedback with her. We hope to welcome you again on another tour soon!
Warm regards,
The Athenian Tours Team
Lacy_M, May 2026
There is a lot of walking so wear good shoes and be prepared for incline and slippery rocks. But great views
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Lacy,
Thank you for sharing your experience and helpful advice! The walk up to the Acropolis can definitely be a bit challenging with the inclines and smooth marble surfaces, so comfortable shoes are always a great idea. We’re glad to hear you felt the stunning views at the top made it all worthwhile! We hope you enjoyed the experience overall and would love to welcome you back on another tour in the future.
Warm regards,
The Athenian Tours Team
Jennifer_L, May 2026
This was a very informative tour. Selena was our guide and she was incredibly helpful, patient, and kind. The Acropolis was something we were looking forward to and Selena really ensured we had a memorable time. We were so impressed from start to finish.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Jennifer,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that Selena made your Acropolis experience such a memorable one. Her helpfulness, patience, and kindness — combined with her passion for sharing the history of this incredible site — truly make her an exceptional guide. It means a lot to know that the tour lived up to something you had been looking forward to, and that you were impressed from start to finish. We’ll be sure to share your lovely feedback with Selena. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Greece!
Warm regards,
The Athenian Tours Team
Mike_G, May 2026
Great tour. Easy walk up big hill to Acropolis. Our guide, Ricardo was knowledgeable and personable. Museum was good but anticlimactic after Acropolis/Parthenon. This is a must do tour in Athens.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Traveler,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that the tour helped bring the history of the Acropolis, Parthenon, and surrounding temples to life for you. It’s great to know that Alexia’s knowledge, warmth, and sense of humor made the experience even more enjoyable, and that her care and support throughout the visit added to your comfort. We truly appreciate your kind recommendation and hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
Warm regards,
The Athenian Tours Team
Deborah_M, May 2026
This was a great tour. Our guide Selena was incredible! Super knowledgeable, she provide tons of information and used modern example to convey concept that were complex. We highly recommend her. Her personality is perfect for this type of tour. She was very careful to ensure everyone was comfortable and took care to find shade on a very hot day.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Debora,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that Selena made such a strong impression with her knowledge and engaging way of explaining the history. It’s also great to know she took care to keep everyone comfortable, especially on a hot day. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
Warm regards,
The Athenian Tour Team
Kenneth_K, May 2026
A must do tour of an iconic location and our guide was amazing. Passionate and knowledgeable. A great experience.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Traveler,
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you had a great experience and that your guide’s passion and knowledge made the tour memorable. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
Warm regards,
The Athenian Tours Team
Chananchida_S, May 2026
That was amazing I would love to spend all day and tour guide gave me any detailed I love it. Thank you so much.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Traveler,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you loved the tour and appreciated the detailed guidance. It’s great to know you enjoyed the experience so much—we hope to welcome you back for another full day adventure soon!
Warm regards
The Athenian Tours Team,
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