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Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis and Parthenon Tickets Included

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Acropolis and Parthenon tickets are INCLUDED.

With a small group and an expert local guide, explore the Acropolis in Athens in a logical flow that brings ancient Athens to life through architecture, mythology, and history.

Pre-reserved tickets allow you to enter smoothly, while the itinerary goes beyond the main monuments to include quieter areas many visitors miss.
The tour also offers flexibility at the end, giving you the choice to remain on the Acropolis or exit via the south slope, passing the Sanctuary of Asclepius and the Theater of Dionysus, the birthplace of dramatic theater.

What's Included

  • Small-group tour for a more personalised experience
  • Pre-reserved admission tickets for the Acropolis, special for partners
  • 2-hour guided tour
  • Transportation to/from attractions
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Makrigianni 7
Athina 117 42, Greece

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Acropolis

Join a small-group walking tour of the Acropolis and explore one of the most iconic sites of the ancient world with an expert local guide. Designed to avoid the crowds and long lines, this experience allows you to focus on the history, architecture, and stories that shaped classical Greece.With pre-reserved tickets, you’ll skip the queues and begin your visit smoothly, uncovering the meaning behind the Acropolis and its monuments as you walk through the heart of ancient Athens.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Parthenon

Step into the heart of ancient Athens with a guided visit to the Parthenon, the crowning monument of the Acropolis. Dedicated to Athena, the city’s patron goddess, this extraordinary temple embodies the ideals, ambition, and artistic brilliance of Athens at its golden age.As you explore the site, your expert guide reveals how the Parthenon was designed, built, and used, and why it came to symbolize democracy, power, and cultural achievement. Through stories, architectural details, and historical context, the monument comes alive as far more than a ruin—it becomes a window into the world that shaped Western civilization.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Propylaia (pass by)

Pass through the Propylaea, the monumental gateway that once marked the ceremonial entrance to the Acropolis. Designed to impress and prepare visitors for the sacred spaces beyond, this grand structure set the tone for religious festivals and processions in ancient Athens.As you explore its marble columns and architectural details, your expert guide explains the Propylaea’s role in Athenian ritual life and how its design reflected the city’s power, order, and artistic ambition.
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Erectheion (pass by)

Admire the refined marble craftsmanship of the Erechtheion, a unique temple dedicated to both Athena and Poseidon. Known for its elegant columns and distinctive design, this sacred site is deeply rooted in Athenian mythology.As you explore, your expert guide brings its stories to life—explaining the legendary contest between Athena and Poseidon, the temple’s religious role, and why the Erechtheion held such special significance within the ancient city.
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Tempio Di Athena Nike (pass by)

Discover the lesser-visited temples on the north side of the Acropolis, areas many visitors overlook. As you walk among these ancient sanctuaries, learn about the early Athenian cults and the worship of the Olympian gods, gaining a deeper understanding of the site’s religious life. Take a moment to pause and reflect after your visit, enjoying a quieter perspective of the Acropolis away from the main crowds.
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Teatro Di Dioniso (pass by)

After your guided tour, you may choose to remain on the Acropolis and continue exploring independently, taking in sweeping views over Athens and, on clear days, all the way to the Aegean Sea.Alternatively, follow your guide along a different route toward the south exit, passing the Sanctuary of Asclepius and the Theater of Dionysus—widely considered the birthplace of theatrical drama—before concluding the experience.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • No wheelchairs, walkers, nor elevator access available during the tour. Please consider mobility limitations before booking
  • Arrive at the designated meeting point 10 minutes before start time. Our tours depart punctually. We have specific entry times reserved for the Acropolis.
  • Tickets are timed and expire within 5 to 10 minutes. Noshows are not refunded. You cannot join our tours after they started.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis and Parthenon Tickets Included?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis and Parthenon Tickets Included?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Small-group tour for a more personalised experience.
  • Pre-reserved admission tickets for the Acropolis, special for partners.
  • 2-hour guided tour.
  • Expert professional guide with insider's knowledge.
The following is NOT included:
  • Transportation to/from attractions.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis and Parthenon Tickets Included is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis and Parthenon Tickets Included 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!

 

 

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Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once 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.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Small-group tour for a more personalised experience
  • Pre-reserved admission tickets for the Acropolis, special for partners
  • 2-hour guided tour
  • Expert professional guide with insider's knowledge
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • During High Season pre-reserved tickets can be very popular at certain time slots which can lead to people waiting in the "skip-the-line ticket holders" queue
  • Baby strollers of any kind are not permitted within the Acropolis site. Kids under 6 are not permitted on this tour.
  • No wheelchairs, walkers, nor elevator access available during the tour. Please consider mobility limitations before booking
  • Arrive at the designated meeting point 10 minutes before start time. Our tours depart punctually. We have specific entry times reserved for the Acropolis.
  • Tickets are timed and expire within 5 to 10 minutes. Noshows are not refunded. You cannot join our tours after they started.
  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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