About this experience
Enjoy a guided tour of the Acropolis Museum and the Acropolis Hill in the afternoon. Learn about ancient Athens and the Acropolis from your guide as you explore the city's most important landmarks.
Highlights
- Enjoy the stunning views of Athens from the Acropolis Hill as the sun sets
- Discover the Acropolis Museum and its collection of ancient Greek artifacts
- Learn about the history of ancient Athens and the Acropolis from your guide
- Visit the Theater of Dionysus, the birthplace of drama, and the Propylaea
- Explore Acropolis Hill to see the Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheion.
What's included
- Guided tour of the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum
- Expert guide
- Acropolis skip-the-line ticket (if option selected, skip the lines at the ticket offices)
- Acropolis Museum skip-the-line ticket (if option selected skip the line at the ticket offices)
- Enter through a separate entrance to the Acropolis Museum
- Disposable earphones (for groups of more than 8 people)
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Experience the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum in a more relaxed way with this afternoon guided tour. As the midday heat starts to fade and the crowds begin to thin, you’ll explore two of Athens' most important landmarks with a knowledgeable guide who will bring ancient history to life.
Your journey begins at the Acropolis Museum, one of the world’s most renowned museums. As you step inside, you’ll be surrounded by artifacts and sculptures that tell the story of ancient Athens. Your expert guide will share insights about daily life in ancient Greece, helping you imagine what the city was like thousands of years ago.
On the museum’s top floor, you’ll stand before the magnificent Parthenon frieze, a masterpiece of classical art, while enjoying a stunning view of the Acropolis and the Parthenon from the museum’s glass walls.
Once you’ve explored the museum, begin your ascent to Acropolis Hill at the perfect time—when the sun is lower, the temperatures are cooler, and the crowds are smaller. As you make your way up, stop at the Theater of Dionysus, the birthplace of drama, where famous Greek plays were once performed for thousands of spectators.
Pass through the grand Propylaea, the monumental entrance to the Acropolis, and step into one of the most iconic archaeological sites in the world. Here, marvel at the Parthenon, the majestic temple dedicated to Athena, standing tall as a symbol of Athens’ golden age.
Also, visit the Temple of Athena Nike, a tribute to the goddess of wisdom and victory, and the Erechtheion, home to the Caryatid statues, the graceful female figures that support its porch.
As the tour comes to an end, take a moment to soak in the breathtaking panoramic views of Athens. With the sun beginning to set, the city is bathed in golden light, creating a magical atmosphere. Don’t forget to have your camera ready for some unforgettable photos.
Things to note
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Comfortable clothes
- Camera
- Hat
Terms & conditions
There is no skip-the-line separate entrance to the Acropolis
Audio quality may be affected by other groups' equipment during crowded times.
The tour lasts 3 to 4 hours, depending on the group's pace and weather conditions
In an effort to avoid any kind of discomfort, guides may change the order of the sites you may visit
If you choose the without tickets option, you should purchase Acropolis and Museum entry tickets at least one day before the tour, and contact us first to confirm appropriate time slots.
If you do not purchase ahead of arrival, bear in mind that we can only supply full-priced adult entry tickets at the meeting point, paid in cash
In case you want to buy the tickets from us, you should have informed us several days before the tour
Please note: On days when the Acropolis or Acropolis Museum offers free entry, our tour prices are adjusted accordingly, ensuring you are not charged for these complimentary tickets.