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Afternoon Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour

9 Reviews 4.67 out of 5 stars Based on 9 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Athens, Greece
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4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Come on a 4-hour tour to Athens' most important spot and step back in time! A friendly English-speaking guide, an expert with a license, will lead you through a journey of history and mythology at the UNESCO-listed Acropolis. Visit the Acropolis Museum, among the world's best, and be amazed by original masterpieces, brightly lit by natural sunlight. Check out ancient wonders through glass floors during excavations.

Choose the afternoon tour for a more relaxed experience with fewer people and milder temperatures. The heat is less, making it comfy for you. Plus, enjoy the beautiful colors of the setting sun – it's like magic, adding an extra layer of beauty to your time-travel adventure.

So, if you want to explore the Acropolis and its museum without waiting in long lines as at this time of day the crowd at the rock tends to be smaller, in the pleasant afternoon breeze, and with the stunning backdrop of the sun's colors, this tour is just right for you!

What's Included

  • Enter through a separate entrance to the Acropolis Museum
  • Tickets to Acropolis & Acropolis Museum are included.
  • Skip the lines at the ticket offices to the Acropolis of Athens & Museum
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Skip-the-line separate entrance to the Acropolis. No one can skip the lines to Acropolis.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Mitseon 2
Athina 117 42, Greece

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Athens 105 58
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Acropolis Museum

After your Acropolis tour, explore the nearby Acropolis Museum, just a short walk away. On the ground floor, discover artifacts showcasing Athenian daily life – from wedding customs and children's toys to healing techniques and religious practices.Moving to the first floor, get up close to mysterious ancient statues from the 6th century B.C. that once adorned the Acropolis. Walk alongside the Caryatids and large pieces from the Acropolis entrance, experiencing their grandeur.On the top floor, enjoy a breathtaking view of the Acropolis while admiring the original and artistically excellent Parthenon frieze. It's a chance to be fascinated by the unique history and artistry of Athens, all within reach of the Acropolis site.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Teatro Di Dioniso (pass by)

Feel the excitement as you explore the Theater of Dionysus, where numerous renowned ancient comedies and tragedies had their debut performances.
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Herod Atticus Odeon (pass by)

Proceed to the Roman Herodion theater, constructed in honor of Herodes Atticus' wife.
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Propylaea

Ascend to the entrance of the Acropolis, known as the Propylaea.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Tempio Di Athena Nike

Enjoy the sights of the Temple of Athena Nike.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Parthenon

Stroll towards the Parthenon, devoted to the goddess Athena, the protector of Athens. Appreciate this pinnacle of 5th-century Doric order architecture.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Erectheion

Lastly, behold the Erechtheion, a distinctive architectural masterpiece celebrated for its asymmetrical design and supported by six sculpted female figures.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Entrance tickets to be handed by the guide in paper form on date and time of the visit, at the meeting point.
  • We cannot use the elevator to the Acropolis on group tours
  • Strollers are not allowed in Acropolis

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Afternoon Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour?

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

  • Enter through a separate entrance to the Acropolis Museum
  • Tickets to Acropolis & Acropolis Museum are included.
  • Skip the lines at the ticket offices to the Acropolis of Athens & Museum
  • English speaking licensed 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

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not suitable for children under 6 years old
  • Not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In an effort to ensure that you will avoid any kind of discomfort and most importantly that you will feel comfortable, our guides may change order of the sites you may visit.
  • Due to strict Acropolis entry times, punctuality is crucial. Latecomers cannot be accommodated, and no refunds will be provided.
  • Entrance tickets to be handed by the guide in paper form on date and time of the visit, at the meeting point.
  • We cannot use the elevator to the Acropolis on group tours
  • Strollers are not allowed in Acropolis
  • The Acropolis of Athens is a citadel built on top of a relatively steep hill which can be slippery at specific spots especially when raining.
  • Bring a bottle of water (no cafe-bar at the site, only a water fountain), a hat, sunglasses, and an umbrella on a rainy day.
  • ID check required upon entry for reduced/free tickets holders
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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