Athens: Acropolis Guided Walking Tour

Makrygianni, Athens



Discover Ancient Greece and visit the Acropolis, an ancient citadel above Athens. See the temple of Asclepius and the impressive Odeon of Herodes Atticus with your guide and hear about the history and mythology on this guided walking tour.

Highlights

  • Be transported back in time to ancient Greece as you visit the Acropolis
  • Admire theaters and temples like the Theater of Dionysus, the Athena Nike temple
  • Take advantage of small groups and have the chance to ask your guide questions
  • Learn about Greek gods and mythology that is based on the archaeological site
  • Walk through the Propylaea, the gateway into the citadel and gaze at Caryatides

Description

Explore the Acropolis of Athens, the site of the most celebrated Greek myths and significant religious festivals of ancient Athens with a guide. Gaze at the temple of Parthenon and the Propylaea, a monumental gateway into the Acropolis. Walk through the Acropolis dedicated to Athena, the goddess protector of the city. Learn about the long history of the capital of modern Greece. Visit the Theater of Dionysus which holds 17,000 spectators and was used to host festivals honoring the birth of the Greek god. Be impressed by the Erechtheion, named after the demi-god Erechtheus and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, a giant stone theater. Enjoy commentary from your guide about the ancient Greek myths behind the ruins. Take a look at the Caryatid stone carvings and the Temple of Athena Nike, the smallest temple. After your tour, have free time to stay longer and explore the outstanding site at your own pace.

Includes

Guided tour of the Acropolis in Spanish Licensed guide Acropolis entry ticket (optional)

Excludes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Food and drinks

Important Information

  • If the visitor doesn't choose the option with the Entry ticket, it must be bought previously by the visitor. You' ll have to buy, For the low season: - For the tour at 09:30, the ticket for the time slot 09:00-10:00, - For the tour at 15:00, the ticket for the time slot 15:00-16:00. For the high season: - For the tour at 08:45, the ticket for the time slot 09:00-10:00. - For the tour at 09:45, the ticket for the time slot 10:00-11:00. - For the tour at 17:00, the ticket for the time slot 17:00-18:00. - For the tour at 17:45, the ticket for the time slot 18:00-19:00. We recommend to buy the tickets online beforehand. If you buy it at the ticket office, you have to go to the ticket office area of the South entrance around 30 minutes before the tour time. Once they give you the tickets, you have to go to the meeting point that is less than 2 minutes walk from the ticket office. Note: If you can't get the ticket online because there is no availability, we can help you.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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