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Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

4.8(6,922)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 6922 reviews2 hFree cancellationBy Athens Walks Tour Company
Acropolis Monuments Sunset

About this activity

Explore the magnificent Acropolis of Athens with a licensed professional guide in a relaxed and unforgettable way. Visit in the morning or afternoon and enjoy cooler temperatures, fewer crowds and a leisurely pace. Admire the glorious Parthenon, Propylaea, Erechtheion and other iconic monuments while your expert guide brings ancient Athens to life through fascinating stories, history and mythology.

Choose from several tour options to create the experience that suits you best. Upgrade with a visit to the world-renowned Acropolis Museum and discover remarkable treasures behind the monuments. You can also extend your experience by 2 hours for a deeper exploration of Athens and its ancient heritage.

Enjoy a professionally organized experience with our dream team of knowledgeable, licensed guides, dedicated to expert storytelling, personal attention and seamless handling from start to finish. Discover the Acropolis with a team that makes your visit truly special.

What's included

  • ✓Professional licensed tour guide
  • ✓Entrance tickets of Acropolis monuments (if you pick the option with tickets)
  • ✓Small groups of maximum 20 people per guide
  • ✓Professional meeting point (check in area) with WIFI available close to Acropolis
  • ✓Whisper tour guide system for better listening of your guide (for groups larger than 5)

Not included

  • ✕Food and drinks
  • ✕Gratuities (about 5-10%)
  • ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • ✕Acropolis Entry Ticket (unless option is selected)
  • ✕Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket (unless option is selected)

Meeting and pickup

  • Meet your guide inside the tour office of Athens Walks at Porinou 5, 11742. Please be there 15 minutes in advance. Do not forget to add the postal code 11742 when you search for the address on your GPS.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Persons under 18 years old they must need their passports to ensure their age as they have a discounted entrance ticket, a photocopy on mobile device will work too.
  • EU citizens under 25 years old they should bring their passports too, a photo copy on a mobile device or passport or ID will work
  • Entrance fees are included (unless you book without entrance tickets) - if you choose without you will need to book them on line at the official website asap since they can be sold out days in advance, if still tickets are sold please inform us to book them for you in advance
  • Infants must sit on laps - Strollers are not allowed within Acropolis, you can leave your stroller at the meeting point in our premises at Porinou 5.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Please make sure this tour includes approximately one mile of walking uphill/downhill on uneven surfaces and 200 steps (both ways).
  • Guests are advised to wear flat and comfortable walking shoes. Large backpacks and oversized purses are not permitted inside the site. Long queues and waiting might occur and every effort is made to coordinate the best timings for visits.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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