Athens: Acropolis Tour with Licensed Guide

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Discover the famous Acropolis of Athens on a walking tour with a licensed guide and optional pre-paid entry tickets. Learn about Ancient Greek myths along the way.

Highlights

  • Step back in time at the world-famous Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon
  • Discover the history and myths of ancient Athens with a licensed tour guide
  • Take unique photos of Athens from the sweeping vantage points of the Acropolis
  • Enjoy an uphill stroll to the Acropolis and enter through the Dionysus Theater
  • Immerse yourself in Ancient Greek history with your knowledgeable tour guide

Description

Enjoy skip-the-ticket line access and discover the cradle of Western civilization on a guided visit to the Acropolis. At the start of the tour, meet your dedicated guide at a hot spot for traditional Greek delicacies, where there are restroom facilities and you can purchase water or snacks. Immerse yourself in Ancient Greek history on a tour of the world-famous Acropolis in Athens. Admire the stunning architecture of the Parthenon Temple, learn the importance of the Erechtheion Temple, and hear myths and stories about ancient Athens. Your guide will take you through a different route by the side entrance so that you also see the Altar of Asclepius and the Theater of Dionysus, the birthplace of theater drama. Skip-the-Ticket Line Access We are pleased to offer all our guests a convenient skip-the-ticket-line service. We take care and pre-purchasing the entrance tickets for each archaeological site and Museum visited during the tour, saving you the hassle of buying them online or queuing up at the ticket counters. However, please be aware that even with our skip-the-ticket-line service, there might be some waiting time required for security checks. This is because visitor numbers can fluctuate unpredictably at the sites throughout the day. The typical waiting time falls within 0 to 10 or 30 minutes, though on rare occasions, it might be longer. 

Includes

Walking tour Licensed guide Pre-paid skip-the-line entry ticket (if option selected)

Important Information

  • You need to pay cash for your entry ticket at our check-in location just before the tour (approximately €20 per person). The activity provider will secure your tickets for your specified time Opting for an independent ticket purchase (discouraged) requires 24-hour advance notice to the activity provider. Failing that, you will also have to pay for the tickets they buy for you Please be cautious when acquiring your ticket, as selecting an incorrect date, time, or guest type may result in a non-refundable tour fee. Strict Acropolis entry times mean the tour can't wait for latecomers. No refunds will be given All visitors undergo airport-style security; expect peak season waits of up to 30+ minutes. Cutoff times sync with Athens local time. Tours run rain or shine. Accurately select EU or NON-EU citizenship during booking. Incorrect choice may mean paying the price difference or tour forfeiture. A valid passport is required for verification.

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