Acropolis & Parthenon Walking Tour with Optional Acropolis Museum
Overview
Step back in time on this guided walking tour of the Acropolis, Athens' most iconic landmark and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Led by an expert guide, this tour takes you through the sacred rock's ancient ruins, including the Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheion, and Propylaea. Learn about the Acropolis’ historical and cultural significance while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of Athens.
For those seeking a deeper dive into Greek history, upgrade your experience with a visit to the Acropolis Museum. Discover an impressive collection of artifacts and exhibits, including original sculptures and relics that bring ancient Athens to life. Whether you choose the walking tour or the full package with the museum, this experience offers an unforgettable journey through Greece’s glorious past.
What's Included
- Audio devices for clear commentary
- Entrance ticket to the Acropolis (if the option is selected)
- Early Acropolis access
- Entrance ticket for Acropolis Museum (if option selected)
- Walking tour
- Small group tour of maximum 20 persons
- Professional and licensed guide
- Hotel pick up/drop off service
- Acropolis Entry Ticket (unless option is selected)
- Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket (unless option is selected)
Meeting Location
Athanasiou Diakou 26
Athina 117 43, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Athens 105 58
Greece
What To Expect
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Teatro Di Dioniso
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Acropolis
1 hour 50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Acropolis Museum
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- If you have chosen the option without the entrance tickets kindly note that you will need to purchase the tickets before the activity at the time slot of the tour's departure time to ensure that you will be able to enter Acropolis with your group.
- Please note that this tour is of moderate difficulty as the ascendance to the Acropolis, especially during summer, is very demanding and requires intense physical effort.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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.
- Audio devices for clear commentary.
- Entrance ticket to the Acropolis (if the option is selected).
- Early Acropolis access.
- Entrance ticket for Acropolis Museum (if option selected).
- Walking tour.
- Small group tour of maximum 20 persons.
- Professional and licensed guide.
- Hotel pick up/drop off service.
- Acropolis Entry Ticket (unless option is selected).
- Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket (unless option is selected).
There 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Acropolis & Parthenon Walking Tour with Optional Acropolis Museum is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments
- 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 & Parthenon Walking Tour with Optional Acropolis Museum 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
- Audio devices for clear commentary
- Entrance ticket to the Acropolis (if the option is selected)
- Early Acropolis access
- Entrance ticket for Acropolis Museum (if option selected)
- Walking tour
- Small group tour of maximum 20 persons
- Professional and licensed guide
- Hotel pick up/drop off service
- Acropolis Entry Ticket (unless option is selected)
- Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket (unless option is selected)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- If you have chosen the option without the entrance tickets kindly note that you will need to purchase the tickets before the activity at the time slot of the tour's departure time to ensure that you will be able to enter Acropolis with your group.
- Please note that this tour is of moderate difficulty as the ascendance to the Acropolis, especially during summer, is very demanding and requires intense physical effort.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
