Greece · Walking Tours

Skip the Line: Acropolis of Athens Walking Tour

2 Hours Round trip from Athens Moderate pace

<p>Bruce and guide looking out over the city from the Acropolis</p>

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Guided walking tour of the Acropolis of Athens
02 See the iconic Parthenon
03 Late departure to avoid bigger crowds and warm temperatures
04 Led by a professional licensed tour guide
05 Skip-the-line access included
06 Learn about the history and architecture of ancient Athens

Explore one of the world’s most iconic ancient sites on this guided walking tour of the Acropolis of Athens. Ideal for visitors who want a more relaxed visit, this experience is timed to help you avoid the busiest crowds and warmer temperatures while discovering the monuments that define the Greek capital.

With a professional licensed guide leading the way, you’ll walk through the Acropolis and admire its most celebrated landmark, the Parthenon, while learning about the history, architecture, and significance of this extraordinary hilltop citadel.

With a professional licensed guide leading the way, you’ll walk through the Acropolis and admire its most celebrated landmark, the Parthenon, while learning about the history, architecture, and significance of this extraordinary hilltop citadel.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Athens

Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Acropolis of Athens

The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens and contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historical significance, the most famous being the Parthenon. The word acropolis is from the Greek words ἄκρον and πόλις

Parthenon temple

The Parthenon is a former temple on the Athenian Acropolis, Greece, dedicated to the goddess Athena, whom the people of Athens considered their patroness. Construction started in 447 BC when the Delian League was at the peak of its power.

Athens city

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Athens 1 city · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Late departure to avoid crowds and warm temperatures
Professional licensed tour guide
Guaranteed to skip the long lines

What's Not Included

Entrance fees are excluded from the tour price (unless you book the option with entrance tickets), and they cost 20 euros per adult, 10 euros per student (with a show of a student card), and free for non-adults with the performance of an identity document.
Tickets are purchased cash at the meeting point.
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

Know before you go

Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Entrance fees are excluded from the price, and they cost 20 euros per adult, 10 euros per student (with a show of a student card), and free for non-adults with a performance of an identity document.
An adult must accompany the children.
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

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