Greece · Monuments

4-Hour Acropolis and Acropolis Museum Tour in Athens

4 Hours Round trip from Athens 105 58 Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Walk in the footsteps of the Ancient Greeks at the Acropolis
02 See the Theatre of Dionysus, one of Athens' most iconic ancient sites
03 Admire the exceptional architecture of the Propylaea and the Temple of Athena Nike
04 Visit the Parthenon, dedicated to goddess Athena, patroness of the Athenians
05 Stroll through the Acropolis Museum and observe ancient Greek and Roman artefacts

Walk in the footsteps of the Ancient Greeks on this 4-hour tour of Athens as you visit the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. Discover the Theatre of Dionysus, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, and the Parthenon while learning about the history of these exceptional monuments and their ancient Greek architecture. The experience is completed with a stroll through the Acropolis Museum to observe artefacts from ancient Greek and Roman times.

Walk in the footsteps of the Ancient Greeks on this 4-hour tour of Athens as you visit the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Athens

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Acropolis and Acropolis Museum History Tour

Meet your Athens tour guide at the Acropolis Metro Station.
Head to the majestic Theatre of Dionysus.
Explore the Asklepieion, the famous healing temple of the ancient Greeks.
See the Propylaea, the monumental entrance to the Acropolis.
Gaze at the Temple of Athena Nike.
Go to the Erechtheion, the last of the Periclean buildings.
Walk through the Parthenon, a temple dedicated to goddess Athena, who was considered the patroness of the Athenians.
Stroll through the Acropolis Museum and observe artefacts from ancient Greek and Roman times.

Have a snack or a beverage at the Museum Restaurant at your own expense.

Where this trip takes you

Parthenon, Acropolis of Athens, Acropolis Museum

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Athens 105 58 1 city · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

English-speaking Greek tour guide

What's Not Included

Entrance fee of 20 euro for the Acropolis visit
Entrance fee of 10 euro for the Acropolis Museum visit

Know before you go

The top destination in Athens is the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum. This tour needs no means of transportation and takes about four hours.
Propylaia, the monumental entrance to the Acropolis, was built in 437-432 BCE, following designs by the architect Mnesikles to replace the earlier gateway (the Archaic Propylon).
The Temple of Athena Nike is believed to have been built by the architect Kallikrates.
Wear walking shoes and light clothing during the summer.
Enjoy a perfect tour of the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. It is one of the best ways to enjoy a stay in Athens, with memories you will savour in your minds and hearts for years. The usual tours do not give you time to delight in the breathtaking monuments and views. Give yourself the chance to have a unique private tour without any rush, as a tour should actually be.
Have a private licensed guide with you inside the Acropolis and the Museum, and not just a driver who is not allowed inside. Enjoy a truly private tour. Learn everything about the Acropolis, visit the Museum, and have a coffee there at your own expense to relax and absorb the unique artifacts you have seen.

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