Acropolis of Athens and Acropolis Museum Tour
Description
Summary
Description
Set out on a captivating journey back in time with a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Acropolis. Venture into the heart of Ancient Greece and explore a treasure trove of over 4,000 artifacts directly excavated from the grounds you walk on. This Acropolis of Athens tour is perfect for history and culture lovers eager to learn more about this archaeological wonder.
This enriching experience lasts approximately 3 hours 30 minutes and is the perfect addition to your Greece travel itinerary. Previous participants have given this archaeology tour an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 884 reviews.
Your adventure begins at the awe-inspiring Acropolis. Marvel at the towering columns of the Parthenon. The crown jewel of the Acropolis is a testament to the ancient world's architectural mastery. Learn more about the amazing architecture that has inspired generations from your guide.
Take a walk through history as you visit the Theater of Dionysus and Herod Atticus, where ancient Greeks enjoyed performances. Along the way, you'll see the beautiful Erechtheion and Temple of Athena Nike, landmarks that both hold thousands of years of history. The Erechtheion features the Caryatid Porch and sacred relics. Meanwhile, the Temple of Athena Nike stands tall with elegant Ionic columns.
Continue your journey with a guided tour of the New Acropolis Museum. Take your time to appreciate the craftsmanship, artistry, and cultural significance of its artifacts.
Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 1 language: English, welcoming English speakers of all levels.
The starting point for this archaeology tour is located in Athens. The exact address is Dionysiou Areopagitou 3, Athina 117 42, Greece. The endpoint of the tour is located at Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athina 117 42, Greece.
Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.
The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Elevate your visit in Athens to the extraordinary by reserving your spot for this walking tour. Select your travel dates now and secure your spot before it fills up completely. Your cultural adventure in Greece awaits!
Included
Destinations
AthensMap
Attractions
Theatre of Dionysus
Acropolis Research Center
Odeon of Herodes Atticus
Acropolis
ParthenonOptions
Good to know
Verified reviews
thomashJ1409LV
The trip was amazing!! Worth buying if visiting the acropolis. Our tour guide Vassiliki was amazing! She was incredibly knowledgeable, and super friendly! Worth the money.
Martha F
Thank you for your kind words! We're so pleased you enjoyed your visit to the Acropolis and that Vassiliki made it such a memorable experience. A great guide can truly bring the history to life, and it’s wonderful to hear she did just that for you!
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Despina_L
Panayiota my guide was wonderful! Passionate, knowledgeable & engaging. By the end of the tour I felt like I made a lovely friend.
There is so much to explore and learn of Athens and its history and this tour was an excellent way to start the journey.
Martha F
Thank you, Despina! It’s wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed the tour and connected with your guide. Exploring Athens through passion and storytelling truly makes the experience special. Wishing you many more amazing discoveries on your journey through history!
Warm regards,
The Athens Walking Tours Team
ColleenS708
We did the Acropolis of Athens & the Acropolis Museum Tour with Dimitris and would highly recommend the tour. The museum tour was so much more informative and interesting with Dimitris explaining the key pieces that we would have otherwise glossed over by just reading the plaques. Dimitris was an informative storyteller, providing the myths and facts in an interesting and entertaining manner. The pace was perfect, allowing rests along the way up to the Acropolis.
Anthoula G
Dear Colleen,
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that Dimitris made your Acropolis and Museum tour such an enriching experience. His storytelling skills and ability to bring myths and history to life truly make a difference, especially when exploring the museum’s treasures. We’re also glad the pace of the tour was comfortable for you.
We appreciate your high recommendation and hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable tours!
Warm regards,
The Athens Walking Tours Team
rachaeliu
Marina the guide was amazing. Very thorough and thoughtful. I wish the meeting point was made more clear. It was at a coffee shop and they didn’t give the name so that was hard for me to find.
Martha F
Thank you for your kind words about Marina—we’re delighted to hear you enjoyed her thoughtful and thorough guidance! We sincerely apologize for any confusion about the meeting point. Our goal is always to make finding us as easy as possible, and we typically include detailed instructions and a Google Maps link for added clarity. We’ll review our communication to ensure future guests have an even smoother start to their tours. Thank you for the feedback! Here’s to more incredible explorations in Athens!
bobtO6221ND
Our guide, Tina, was fantastic! She was well versed not only on things Athenian, but also world affairs. She led us up to the Acropolis, showed us the sights, and discussed the importance of each one. And in the Acropolis Museum, she was very knowledgeable. We would highly recommend her. And although a private tour is more expensive, for us it was well worth it. The individual attention and freedom to choose where we wanted to go made it a worthwhile excursion.
Martha F
Thank you for such a glowing review! Tina truly has a knack for bringing history to life while making every moment feel special. We’re happy to hear the private tour exceeded your expectations—it’s all about those personal touches and the freedom to explore at your own pace! Your kind words about her world-class knowledge and thoughtful guidance mean the world to us. Here's to more memorable adventures—maybe we'll see you again for another deep dive into Greece's treasures!
Olivia_C
Very enjoyable day, our guide was so knowledgeable and interesting. We thoroughly enjoyed our day. We also went to the museum, which was very interesting.
Martha F
Thank you so much, Olivia! We're absolutely delighted to hear that your day was so enjoyable. It sounds like your guide went above and beyond to make your visit to the Acropolis and the museum unforgettable. We're so glad we could be part of such a special experience for you. Thank you for trusting Athens Walking Tours, and we hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future!
193raphaelv
The tour was great! The tour guide was very good about telling the history of the Acropolis and also in keeping the group together and moving along. We added the tour of the museum as well which was totally worth it. It allowed us to skip the line for museum entry and the tour guide took us to the highlights of the museum.
Martha F
We're super happy to hear that you had a great day exploring the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum! It's rewarding to know that your tour guide was knowledgeable and kept the group moving smoothly. We're glad you appreciated the skip-the-line access to the museum and that the guided tour helped you discover the highlights. Thank you for choosing Athens Walking Tours! We hope to welcome you back to Athens for your next experience.
Patricia_O
Apollo our guide was very helpful and informative. He stopped. Along the way to tell us stories and made the long climb very easy.
Martha F
Patricia, we’re excited to hear that Apollo was such a helpful and informative guide! It’s rewarding to know he made the climb to the Acropolis enjoyable and informative. Thank you for choosing Athens Walking Tours! We hope to welcome you back to Athens for another trip.
MariaCherie
The Acropolis and Acropolis Museum are so much better when you have someone who can tell you the story that relates to what you're seeing. Alexis was fabulous!
Martha F
Thank you, Maria! We’re pleased that the Acropolis and Museum experience came to life for you. Having a guide to share the stories behind the sights makes a difference, and it’s great that you felt the depth of your experience. Thank you for sharing, and we’d love to welcome you back for more memorable storytelling!
Aaron_D
Margarita was a great tour guide! She was very knowledgeable and tried to stop in the shade when she was giving her explanation which was nice because there isn’t much shade available! The demonstrative pictures as to how the sites originally looked were a nice touch as well.
Martha F
Thank you, Aaron! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the tour with Margarita—she’ll be thrilled to know her thoughtful touches, like finding shady spots and bringing history to life with visuals, made your experience even better. Those little details really make a difference, especially under that bright Athens sun! We’re grateful to have been part of your journey, and we’d love to welcome you back for more amazing discoveries!
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