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Beat the Crowds with an Expert Licensed Guide who will reserve your spot at the front of the queue so you will be among the first to enter the Acropolis.
The entrance Point also follows the much shorter fast-track path to the Parthenon and other main temple, the Erechthion, ensuring you reach both well in advance of large coach groups to enjoy these Jaw dropping masterpieces from the Golden Age of Ancient Greece at the most peaceful time.
The friendly guides are highly qualified state registered, recognised Archaeological Experts with years of experience, so you will be in capable hands as you soak up the History and Mythology brought to life before you.
Remain inside to enjoy the city views or continue with lots of time in front of you for more sightseeing! The tour can also be tailored further on request and is suitable for families and all ages.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
MEETING POINT: Your Guide will be waiting in the queue at the Main Entrance directly opposite the Acropolis canteen (please note this is not the Dionysus Eleuthereus Entrance). She will have a sign with your name.
At the end of your tour when all of the monuments have been viewed, your guide will wish you goodbye in the Acropolis so you can stay on to take in the wonderful views over the city, and for Photos.
Itinerary
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1Acropolis
MEETING OUR GUIDE. Your guide will be waiting at the front of the queue so you will find her there with a sign with your name written.
5 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Herod Atticus Odeon
Built in AD 161 by Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife, this stunning Marble amphitheater continues as a working theater to the present day.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Propylaea
Ascend towards the monumental gateway (Propylaia) and entrance to the Acropolis. As the Temples of the Acropolis come into view, the Ancient Greeks would have been greeted by an enormous decorated Bronze Statue of the Goddess Athena. As legend has it, the tip of her upheld spear could be seen by incoming ships in the sunlight.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Temple of Athena Nike
Built around 420 BC, and one of the earliest temples of the Acropolis, this Classical Ionic Temple was dedicated to the Goddess Athena and is largely restored, with a prominent position overlooking the City.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Parthenon
The pinnacle of the 'Golden-Age' of Classical Greece, this temple was an unrivaled mastepiece of Art, Architecture and Engineering as well as the heart of Ancient Greek ceremony and worship in Athens. We Take time at this most important temple with an overview of its construction, mythology and Historical importance.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Erectheion
The second largest temple of the Acropolis, the Erechtheion was Dedicated to both Zeus and the Goddess Athens and your guide will illuminate some of its wonderful Mythology and main aspects such as its impressive statues that you will now see in the Museum.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Theatre of Dionysus
Still in a good state of preservation, one of our first stops is the Ancient THEATER OF DIONYSUS. Built in the 4th & 5th century BC in a natural amphitheater o nthe slopes of the Acropolis it would have had an impressive capacity of 25000, it is considered the world's oldest. Amazing to think that many of the most famous Ancient Greek plays would have had their original premieres here!
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Acropolis
ENDING YOUR TOUR. After completion, your guide will leave you in the Acropolis so you have more time to enjoy the views & take photos. If you have chosen a tour option continuing to a second site, you will continue with your guide, ending at your second site.
5 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- ADMISSION TICKETS: Are included only when selecting the 'including Admission' option. For all other options we can still have skip the line tickets for you by request (extra cost).
- FAMILY FRIENDLY. Our Guides are highly experienced with all ages and multi generational families and will adapt accordingly to any level to keep the most interest and engagement for your entire group
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Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- ADMISSION TICKETS: Are included only when selecting the 'including Admission' option. For all other options we can still have skip the line tickets for you by request (extra cost).
- FAMILY FRIENDLY. Our Guides are highly experienced with all ages and multi generational families and will adapt accordingly to any level to keep the most interest and engagement for your entire group
- Meeting Point. Please note that the Meeting Point is the MAIN ENTRANCE, and your guide will be at or very near the front of the queue so you will find her there with a sign with your name.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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