Athens: Acropolis Walking Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets
ID: GYG406270-737634
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Step into the past on a guided walking tour of the Acropolis in Athens. Make the most of your time with skip-the-line tickets to popular attractions like the Theater of Dionysus and the Parthenon.
Admire the splendor of ancient Greece on this walking tour of the Acropolis in Athens. Avoid long line ups with direct access to sights like the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion. Listen as your guide paints a picture of the past.
Meet your guide and begin your walking tour. Breeze past the line and experience the thrill of seeing the Theater of Dionysus where many famous ancient comedies and tragedies were first performed.
Continue to the Roman Herodion theater which was built in memory of the wife of Herodes Atticus. Stroll to the remains of the healing temple Asklepieion of Athens which was built in honor of the gods Asclepius and Hygeia.
Climb up to the gateway of the Acropolis, the Propylaea. Take in views of the Temple of Athena Nike. Walk to the Parthenon which was dedicated to the goddess Athena, the patroness of the city of Athens. Admire this 5th-century zenith of the Doric order architecture.
Finally, see the Erechtheion which is a unique masterpiece of architecture mainly due to its asymmetrical composition, and its supports include 6 sculpted female figures.
Highlights
- Travel back in time as you enter the Acropolis through the Propylaea gate
- See the Theater of Dionysus where famous ancient plays were once performed
- View a prominent symbol of democracy and western civilization at the Parthenon
- Listen to the history behind the monuments and temples at the Acropolis
- Admire the six female figures that help to support the Erechtheion temple
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
While photography is permitted throughout the tour, video recording of the tour guide is not permitted
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All participants who are over 16 years old must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or proof of medical complications preventing vaccination. Participants between 12 and 15 years old must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants who are over 18 years old must also bring a valid form of government-issued photo ID
Meet outside the Acropolis metro station at 09:00 am. Your tour guide will be standing next to the metro sign at ground level on the Makrigianni pedestrian walkway. Look for a guide holding a white and light blue “Athenian Tours” 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.
