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Private Tour: the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3h 30min
- Price from
- $285 / person
- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 18 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Athens Walking Tours
- Meeting point
- We will be waiting for you at 3, Dionyssiou Areopagitou Street. Look for the orange sign displaying "Athens Walking Tours." Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to the tour departure time.
Description
Visit the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum at your own pace with your expert licensed guide. It is the perfect tour for visitors with limited time.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9 times a day, 7:45 AM–3:30 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Nov 2
- Adult (ages 6+)
- $285
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $458.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 2:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:15 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 1.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Acropolis
You will be visiting the Acropolis with all its' Monuments
Theatre of Dionysus
Visit the Dionysus Theater and the Sanctuary of Asclepius
Herod Atticus Odeon
See the ancient Odeon of Herodes Atticus from above
Propylaea
Walk through the monumental gateway to the Acropolis of Athens, the Propylaea
Parthenon
Enjoy a close-up view of the Parthenon, the temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, whom the people of Athens considered their patroness.
Temple of Athena Nike
See the temple dedicated to the goddesses Athena and Nike.
Erectheion
Visit the elegant temple of Erechtheion made of Pentelic marble and view the famous statues of the Caryatids
Monument Of Agrippa
You will see the Agrippa Monument
Acropolis Museum
Explore the new, modern and impressive Acropolis Museum at your own pace.
What's included
Included
Athens Map
Private Tour
Athens Guide Magazine
Local Licensed Guide
Not included
Entrance fees (tickets) to the Archaeological Site (approx. 35€ per person)
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities (optional)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
18 reviews
How it compares in Athens
- Starting price $285 is 67% above the typical $171 for tours of similar length in Athens
Excurgo comparison of 4,125 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Tour: the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum take?
Private Tour: the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum lasts about 3h 30min. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Private Tour: the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum cost?
Prices start at $285 per person for this Athens experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $458. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Tour: the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 9 departures a day between 7:45 AM and 3:30 PM.
Can I cancel Private Tour: the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum 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 We will be waiting for you at 3, Dionyssiou Areopagitou Street. Look for the orange sign displaying "Athens Walking Tours." Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to the tour departure time. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Private Tour: the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Tour: the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Athens Walking Tours.
Reviews(18)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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