Athens Acropolis, Parthenon Walking Tour with Entry Tickets (4)
Athens Acropolis, Parthenon Walking Tour with Entry Tickets (3)
Athens Acropolis, Parthenon Walking Tour with Entry Tickets (2)
Athens Acropolis, Parthenon Walking Tour with Entry Tickets (1)
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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon Guided Tour with Entry Tickets
Hours

1,5 hours
Location

Athens

Description

Step into the past on a guided walking tour of the Acropolis in Athens. Make the most of your time with skip-the-line tickets to popular attractions like the Theater of Dionysus and the Parthenon.
Admire the splendor of ancient Greece on this walking tour of the Acropolis in Athens. Avoid the long lines with direct access to attractions like the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion. Listen as your guide paints a picture of the past.

Itinerary

Meet your guide at the Acropolis Metro station and begin your walking tour. Pass the lines and experience the thrill of seeing the Theater of Dionysus where many famous ancient comedies and tragedies were first performed.

Continue to the Roman Herodion theater which was built in memory of the wife of Herodes Atticus. Stroll to the remains of the healing temple Asklepieion of Athens which was built in honor of the gods Asclepius and Hygeia.

Climb up to the gateway of the Acropolis, the Propylaea. Take in views of the Temple of Athena Nike. Walk to the Parthenon which was dedicated to the goddess Athena, the patroness of the city of Athens. Admire this architectural edifice which is the zenith of Doric architecture of the 5th century.

Finally, see the Erechtheion which is a unique masterpiece of architecture mainly due to its asymmetrical composition, and its supports that include 6 sculpted female figures, the famous Caryatids.

Highlights

  • See the Theater of Dionysus where famous ancient plays were once performed
  • Travel back in time as you enter the Acropolis through the Propylaea gate
  • View a prominent symbol of democracy and western civilization at the Parthenon
  • Listen to the history behind the monuments and temples at the Acropolis
  • Admire the Caryatids, six female figures that help to support the Erechtheion temple

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    Meeting Point

    Outside the Acropolis metro station opposite the Crescendo Cafe (coming by metro you will leave from the exit Makriyianni / Dionysiou Areopaghitou). Your guide will be standing next to the Metro sign, on Makrigianni pedestrian walkway, holding a white and light blue “Athenian Tours” sign. You can also consult the following link with the coordinates for the exact meeting point (https://goo.gl/maps/663sG4BALxhhREaa6).

    Good to know

  • Small group very personal high-quality experience
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
  • Family friendly
  • Not suitable for children under 6 years old
  • The tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours, depending on group’s pace and weather conditions.
  • In an effort to ensure that you will avoid any kind of discomfort and most importantly that you will feel comfortable, our guides may change order of the sites you may visit.
  • Tour is offered by Licensed Tourist Guides
  • The tours are conducted in English
  • Private tours are also conducted in Spanish and French.

    • Entrance fees and tickets

    Entrance tickets for the Acropolis are included
    We skip the line by buying the tickets for you in advance. Our guide will get the tickets for you.

    Additional Information

    Available for private booking? Yes

    Level: Easy

    Family friendly: Yes

    Walking pace: Moderate

    Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

     

  • Duration 1.5 hours
  • Meeting Time 09:00am

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