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Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert

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Athens, Greece
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3 hours (approx.)
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Overview

An Expert led Private Tour Combining a visit to the Acropolis and Parthenon, with a fascinating exploration of the most beautiful streets and neighborhoods of the Plaka.

The Acropolis with its impressive towering Monuments and Temples dedicated to the Goddess Athena and powerful god Poseidon will be brought to life by your experienced Expert Guide among the panoramic views to the city below before you descend through the olive trees to the most picturesque districts of the Old Town. Here you will explore the most beautiful and quintessential places such as the Anafiotika Neighborhood, Lysikrates Monument, Filimouso Square, Lyssiou and Mnesikleous streets among many other sites and some hidden off the beaten track places.

Going at your own pace & suitable for all ages this is a wonderful start to any tour of Greece. Flexible booking options also let you include: Acropolis Admission Tickets, a shorter Acropolis Only Tour, or Traditional Food Tastings at Authentic Local Eateries.

What's Included

  • BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Food): Includes Traditional Food Tastings at local eateries
  • BOOKING OPTION: (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Tickets): Includes Skip-The-Line Acropolis Admission Tickets
  • WHISPER COMMUNICATION SYSTEM is included for groups of 6 or more
  • Archaeological Site Entrance Tickets & Cost (unless choosing this booking option)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Makrigianni 7
Athina 117 42, Greece

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End point

Plaka
Athens, Greece

The Tour ends in the Plaka unless choosing the Acropolis only option, in which case it ends in the Acropolis.

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Makrygianni

MEETING OUR GUIDE. Your guide will be waiting at 7 Makrygianni Street (close to the New Acropolis Museum).Our meeting spot provides an ideal perspective from which to view the surrounding wall of the Acropolis built by the earlier Mycenean civilization and to provide you with an introduction to the History of the Acropolis, its importance and role in the life of ancient Greece, and an overview of the temples & amazing monuments you are about to see.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Acropolis

TOURING THE ACROPOLIS and PARTHENON. Your informative guide will bring to life all of the major sites inside the Acropolis including: The THEATER OF DIONYSUS, considered the worlds oldest, and upwards to the gigantic entrance of the PROPHILIA, to hear about all of the Temples and other structures located on the rock of the Acropolis including the restored TEMPLE OF ATHENA NIKE, the PARTHENON, and the Mystical ERECHTHEION. Take in the myths & legends associated with the temples amongst the Athens views and finally descend through the olive trees to view the HEROD ATTICUS ODEON THEATER as you head towards the nearby Plaka Neighborhood.Our guides are among the most experienced in Athens & will naturally adapt your commentary according to any questions, comments or interests in your group, whether you prefer more mythological associations, more History of the life ×s of the sites, more Archaeological detail, specific highlights, or anything else.
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1 hour 20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Plaka

TOURING THE PLAKA. Walk in the footsteps of the ancient Athenians, philosophers & founders of Democracy as you continue from the Acropolis through the pretty narrow streets & squares of the old town passing the many monuments from Classical Greek & Roman times as your Licensed expert guide informs you of their fascinating History & Story's of the old & new Athens. Iconic as well as off the beaten path places are explored such as the Classic Anafiotika Neighbourhood, Lysikrates Monument, Filimouso Square, Lyssiou and Mnesikleous streets.ENDING YOUR TOUR. Your guide will return you to the meeting point, or you can choose to stay enjoying the sights of the City!
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1 hour 20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Acropolis (pass by)

ENDING YOUR TOUR. Your Guide will end your tour at the Plaka unless you have selected a booking option which either extends your tour with food tastings, or ends at the Acropolis.
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Acropolis (pass by)

BOOKING OPTION TO INCLUDE FOOD TASTING If you have selected this booking option you can also immerse yourself in local Greek Food Culture as you learn about many traditional delicacies, from Loukomades to yemista', yigandes' beeftekia, and many others, including a wide variety of traditional pittas (special pies made with thin 'filo' pastry). See how they are made and end with your choice of dish with your helpful guide.
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Acropolis (pass by)

BOOKING OPTION TO TOUR THE ACROPOLIS ONLY: If selecting this option, then your tour will include 90-minutes private Guiding of the Acropolis only (and not Plaka).
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Acropolis (pass by)

BOOKING OPTION TO INCLUDE ACROPOLIS TICKETS If you have selected this booking option, your guide will have your dated and timed entry tickets ready for you. You need do nothing more.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • ADMISSION TICKETS: Are included ONLY when selecting the 'Admission Tickets' option. For all other options we can still have skip-the-line tickets for you by request (to our email: [email protected]. Extra cost), or you can buy your own tickets directly. If you have booked an option other than the one including tickets and we have received no written request from you to buy them, then we expect that you will turn up with your own tickets for the appropriate date and time slot..
  • BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS Only): Includes a Licensed Official Guide with a tour of the Acropolis only. Tour ends in the Acropolis so you can enjoy the city views & have more time for photos.
  • BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Food): Immerse yourself in Local food Culture with this option, which includes Traditional Food Tastings at local eateries and your choice of dish (equivalent to lunch. Vegetarian available).

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Food): Includes Traditional Food Tastings at local eateries
  • BOOKING OPTION: (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Tickets): Includes Skip-The-Line Acropolis Admission Tickets
  • WHISPER COMMUNICATION SYSTEM is included for groups of 6 or more
  • ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXPERT GUIDES. All are fully Accredited State Licensed Official Archaeologists
  • ACROPOLIS & PLAKA. 3-Hour Private Guided Tour
  • BOOKING OPTION (Acropolis Only): Includes a Private Guided Tour of the Acropolis only.
  • FULLY PRIVATE TOUR. Only your group is guided exclusively from start to finish
  • Archaeological Site Entrance Tickets & Cost (unless choosing this booking option)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • ADMISSION TICKETS: Are included ONLY when selecting the 'Admission Tickets' option. For all other options we can still have skip-the-line tickets for you by request (to our email: [email protected]. Extra cost), or you can buy your own tickets directly. If you have booked an option other than the one including tickets and we have received no written request from you to buy them, then we expect that you will turn up with your own tickets for the appropriate date and time slot..
  • BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS Only): Includes a Licensed Official Guide with a tour of the Acropolis only. Tour ends in the Acropolis so you can enjoy the city views & have more time for photos.
  • BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Food): Immerse yourself in Local food Culture with this option, which includes Traditional Food Tastings at local eateries and your choice of dish (equivalent to lunch. Vegetarian available).
  • BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Tickets): Includes Admission Costs and Timed Entry Tickets for the Acropolis. Your guide will have them ready for you.
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY. Our Guides are highly experienced with all ages and multigenerational families and will adapt accordingly to any level to keep the most interest and engagement for your entire group

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