Acropolis Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $51 / person
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 25
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Visit the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens and it's monuments with your expert guide It is 156 meters(about 600 feet) up to the top of the Acropolis and most of the ancient marble paths are still there, for you to walk on and travel with your imagination, back to the glorious "Golden Age of Pericles", when most of the Classical period monuments you will admire were built. Climbing up you will see and hear explanations about the Filopappos hill, the Herodium odeon, the Dionysius theatre, the Pnyx hill - birthplace of Democracy and the Areopagus hill. Stopping before the Propylaea, you will have an excellent view of the temple of Wingless Nike and the Ancient Agora, where Socrates, Plato and Aristotle introduced great philosophical schools. Walking through the Propylaea you will reach the top and you will see the breathtaking Parthenon and the Erechtheion temple opposite it, where the Karyatides stood instead of columns to support the roof.
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Itinerary
Visit the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens and it's monuments with your expert guide on this small-group or private tour. It is 156 meters(about 600 feet) up to the top of the Acropolis and most of the ancient marble paths are still there, for you to walk on and to travel with your imagination, back in the glorious "Golden Age of Pericles", when most of the Classical period monuments you will admire were built. Climbing up you will see and hear explanations about the Filopappos hill, the Herodium odeon, the Dionysius theatre, the Pnyx hill - birthplace of Democracy and the Areopagus hill.
Stopping before the Propylaea, you will have an excellent view of the temple of Wingless Nike and the Ancient Agora, where Socrates, Plato, Aristotle introduced great philosophical schools.
Stopping before the Propylaea, you will have an excellent view of the temple of Wingless Nike and the Ancient Agora, where Socrates, Plato, Aristotle introduced great philosophical schools.
Walking through the Propylaea you will reach the top and you will see the breathtaking Parthenon and the Erechtheion temple opposite it, where the Karyatides stood instead of columns to support the roof.
Walking through the Propylaea you will reach the top and you will see the breathtaking Parthenon and the Erechtheion temple opposite it, where the Karyatides stood instead of columns to support the roof.
Highlights
Audio devices for groups over 6 pax
Certified Tour guide
Guided tour of the Acropolis
All taxes
What's included
Included
Audio devices for groups over 6 pax
Certified Tour guide
Guided tour of the Acropolis
All taxes
Not included
Any personal expenses
Gratuities
Entrance tickets of Acropolis
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Entrance fees: Acropolis admission ticket must be purchased separately. Please note that a passport or ID card is required.
- As entrance tickets are NOT included in the tour, the entrance tickets have to be for 09:00-10:00 time slot so as to align with the tour’s schedule. You can purchase the tickets from the official site: https://hhticket.gr/tap_b2c_new/english/tap.exe?PM=P1P&place=000000002
- The tour is not suitable for people with hurt or mobility problems
Frequently asked questions
How long does Acropolis Walking Tour take?
Acropolis Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Acropolis Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $51 per person for this Athens experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Acropolis Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Acropolis Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
The tour is not suitable for people with hurt or mobility problems
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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