Acropolis and Acropolis Museum Tour with Entry Tickets Acropolis and Acropolis Museum Tour
ID: GYG181448-276908
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Experience an informative and fun tour of the most significant monument in Greece, the Acropolis of Athens. Visit the new Acropolis Museum, which displays the findings of this archaeological site. Choose the private option for a more intimate experience.
Travel back in time on an informative and fun tour of the Acropolis of Athens. Be guided by a field expert and licensed archaeologist. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage site through a journey into history, mythology, and storytelling.
Continue with a visit to the Acropolis Museum, which has been ranked as one of the top museums in the world. All the original surviving masterpieces from the temples of the Acropolis are displayed with the use of natural light. Excavations are also visible under glass floors and walkways.
Visit Acropolis hill. See the Dionysus Theater, where famous ancient dramas and tragedies were first performed. Walk around the stunning Odeon of Herodes Atticus and the sanctuary of the healing god Asclepius.
On the top of the hill, visit the Propylea Temple of Nike and the Erechtheion Temple. See the Parthenon, which is the symbol of democracy and western civilization. Dating back to the 5th-century, these monuments are testimonials of the glorious ancient Athens and the Golden Age of Pericles.
At the Acropolis Museum, explore the ground floor where exhibited artifacts reveal facets of the Athenian daily life. Get to know wedding customs, children's favorite toys, healing techniques, and religious practices.
On the first floor, stand at a breathing distance from the mysterious archaic statues of the 6th century, which once adorned the Acropolis. Be fascinated as you walk next to the Caryatids and huge pieces of the Acropolis entrance.
On the final floor, next to the breathtaking view of the Acropolis, admire the original unique in concept and artistic excellence Parthenon frieze.
Highlights
- Skip the lines to the Acropolis of Athens
- Marvel at the remains of temples and monuments from ancient Greece
- Discover the first theater of humanity at Theater of Dionysus
- Listen to the histories of all the ancient monuments from licensed archaeologists
- Visit the new Acropolis Museum
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes
• The tour lasts 3 to 4 hours, depending on the group's pace and weather conditions.
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
Outside the Acropolis metro station. Your guide will be standing next to the Metro sign, on Makrigianni pedestrian walkway, holding a light blue sign.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
