Acropolis and Museum Tour With Early Entry Ticket
Overview
Escape the midday rush and experience the true majesty of Athens on our Early Entry: Acropolis & Museum tour. Step back in time as you explore the iconic Acropolis before the crowds arrive. Marvel at the Parthenon under the soft morning light and immerse yourself in the rich history of ancient Greece. Then, delve into the treasures of the Acropolis Museum, where artifacts bring the stories of this incredible civilization to life. Beat the crowds, beat the heat, and discover the wonders of Athens at their most serene.
Please note, even in the morning, it can still be hot and crowded and that even with our skip-the-ticket-line service, there might be some waiting time required for security checks. This is because visitor numbers can fluctuate unpredictably at the sites throughout the day. The typical waiting time falls within 0 to 10 or 30 minutes, though on rare occasions, it might be longer.
What's Included
- Skip-the-ticket-line service if you buy WITH ticket option
- Athens Map
- Earsets to enjoy clear audio during the tour
- Athens Guide magazine for ideas on things to do
- Professional local licensed guide
- Entrance fees (can be booked as an option at an additional cost)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off service
- Food and beverages
- Gratuity (gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of service cost)
Meeting Location
Athens 105 58
Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Dionysiou Areopagitou 15
Athina 117 42, Greece
The tour ends at the museum of the Acropolis
What To Expect
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Teatro Di Dioniso
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Herod Atticus Odeon
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tempio Di Athena Nike (pass by)
Erectheion
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Parthenon
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Acropolis
1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Acropolis Museum
1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- If you selected the WITHOUT ticket option please follow the instructins on your voucher to buy the Acropolis Tickets
- On days when entrance to the Acropolis is free, the cost of the entrance ticket is already deducted from the tour price.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Skip-the-ticket-line service if you buy WITH ticket option.
- Athens Map.
- Earsets to enjoy clear audio during the tour.
- Athens Guide magazine for ideas on things to do.
- Professional local licensed guide.
- Entrance fees (can be booked as an option at an additional cost).
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off service.
- Food and beverages.
- Gratuity (gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of service cost).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Acropolis and Museum Tour With Early Entry Ticket is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Acropolis and Museum Tour With Early Entry Ticket will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Skip-the-ticket-line service if you buy WITH ticket option
- Athens Map
- Earsets to enjoy clear audio during the tour
- Athens Guide magazine for ideas on things to do
- Professional local licensed guide
- Entrance fees (can be booked as an option at an additional cost)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off service
- Food and beverages
- Gratuity (gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of service cost)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- If you selected the WITHOUT ticket option please follow the instructins on your voucher to buy the Acropolis Tickets
- On days when entrance to the Acropolis is free, the cost of the entrance ticket is already deducted from the tour price.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
