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The Acropolis is one of the essential sights of human civilization, and the Acropolis Museum was created with the sole purspose of hosting, preserving and shocasing the legacy of the Acropolis. Enjoy a more in-depth experience on this longer tour that’s led by a historian or an archaeologist to help you understand the history that made the Acropolis one of the most influential places in human civilization.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet us on Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, exactly on top of the stairs in front of the main entrance of the Acropolis Museum. You’ll recognize us by our grey/white hat or white flag with an orange crown.
The tour ends inside the museum of Acropolis
Itinerary
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1Acropolis Museum
Depending on the available time we can start the tour by discovering the Ancient Neighbourhood of the Acropolis Museum Step back in time with a visit to the archaeological excavation beneath the Acropolis Museum, where the remains of an ancient Athenian neighbourhood reveal the stories of everyday life. Walk along ancient streets, explore houses with courtyards and wells, admire the remains of impressive mansions with private baths, and discover workshops and water cisterns. Journey through centuries of history, from the 4th millennium BC to the 12th century AD. Complete your experience at the Museum of the Excavation, where archaeological finds offer fascinating insights into the lives of the neighbourhood’s former inhabitants.n the available time, we can start our tour by visiting the active excavation underneeth the
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Acropolis Museum
The Acropolis Museum, established in 2009, houses the most important archaeological findings from the Acropolis hill. Although it focuses on just one archaeological site, the museum showcases some of the most significant and influential works of art from the ancient world, along with iconic examples of human creativity. Discover them all. Learn their stories. Watch the history of the Acropolis come to life. Acropolis and it’s main monuments were marvels of engreneering at their time. Yet the most important thing it could showcase, would be the sculptured decoration which was amazing. Both for its level of excellence and its content. - Discover the most important archaeological findings from the Acropolis - Take a look at some of the best sculptures in history of art - Learn about every aspect of the lives of ancient Athenias through their material culture - Admire the famous Parthenon sculptures - See the astonishing rapid developement of art in ancient classical Greece
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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