Athens Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour in Italian
Description
Go beyond the ruins and discover the true story of the Acropolis with a licensed Italian-speaking guide. Explore the monuments that defined the Golden Age of Athens while learning about the people, myths, and ideas that influenced Western civilization. With expert guidance, engaging narration, and audio support for larger groups, you'll enjoy a richer and more memorable experience than visiting the site on your own.
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Itinerary
Crowning Athens, the Acropolis is an ancient hilltop citadel where magnificent temples, like the Parthenon, unveil classical Greece's enduring legacy.
Breeze past the line 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.
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 5th-century zenith of the Doric order architecture.
Finally, see the Erechtheion which is a unique masterpiece of architecture mainly due to its asymmetrical composition, and its supports include 6 sculpted female figures.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Entrance tickets to be handed by the guide in paper form on date and time of the visit, at the meeting point.
- The Acropolis of Athens is a citadel built on top of a relatively steep hill which can be slippery at specific spots especially when raining.
- All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult throughout the tour.
- This tour includes approximately one mile of walking over uneven terrain, with uphill and downhill sections, as well as around 200 steps.
- 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.
- ID check required upon entry for reduced-free tickets holders
- Bring a bottle of water (no cafe-bar at the site, only a water fountain), a hat, sunglasses, and an umbrella on a rainy day.
- Infants must be carried by their accompanying adult, as strollers are not permitted inside the Acropolis.
- We cannot use the elevator to the Acropolis on group tours
- Not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
