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Beat the Heat Acropolis Mythology Tour - Small group

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Athens, Greece
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French

Overview

**Small group size: 15 people maximum**

The afternoon or early morning hours are perfect to visit the greatest landmark in Athens. With thinner crowds and cooler temperatures, you'll visit the world-famous Acropolis in ideal conditions with this 2-hour small group guided tour.

What's Included

  • Fun map of ancient Athens
  • Small group for an optimal experience
  • 2-hour guided tour with an English-speaking licensed guide
  • Hotel transfer
  • Food or drinks
  • Acropolis Entry Ticket (we can prepurchase for you)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Leof. Vasilisis Amalias 50
Athina 105 58, Greece

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Athens 105 58
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Theatre of Dionysus

Dionysus was the god of wine and grape harvest. The theatre of Dionysus was the oldest to be founded in Athens; it was in this theatre that the unsurpassed works by Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides and Aristophanes were performed for the first time.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Athena Nike

The Temple of Athena Nike was dedicated to the goddesses Athena and Nike. Nike was the goddess of victory in Greek mythology, and Athena was worshipped in this form, representative of being victorious in war. It is said that the cult statue of the goddess at the temple had no wings so that she would never leave Athens.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Erechtheion

The Erechtheion is an ancient Greek temple constructed on the Acropolis of Athens in order to house the ancient wooden cult statue of Athena and generally glorify the great city at the height of its power and influence.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Propylaia

Propylaia
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Parthenon

The Parthenon is temple that dominates the hill of the Acropolis at Athens. It was built in the mid-5th century BCE and dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena Parthenos (“Athena the Virgin”). The temple is generally considered to be the culmination of the development of the Doric order, the simplest of the three Classical Greek architectural orders.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Strollers, backpacks and big bags are not allowed at the Acropolis and should not be taken on the tour
  • ID card or passport are required for people under the age of 25 for possible discounts
  • Entry fees are non-refundable, non exchangeable

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Beat the Heat Acropolis Mythology Tour – Small group?

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).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. 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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What's Included

Activity name

  • Fun map of ancient Athens
  • Small group for an optimal experience
  • 2-hour guided tour with an English-speaking licensed guide
  • Hotel transfer
  • Food or drinks
  • Acropolis Entry Ticket (we can prepurchase for you)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can pre-purchase entry tickets for you, just let us know!
  • Small group tour
  • Strollers, backpacks and big bags are not allowed at the Acropolis and should not be taken on the tour
  • ID card or passport are required for people under the age of 25 for possible discounts
  • Entry fees are non-refundable, non exchangeable
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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