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Skip The Line Acropolis & Plaka Private Guided Walking Tour

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Overview

Explore the beauty of Athens through a unique mix of a guided Acropolis tour and a pleasant guided walk within the historical and modern parts of the city.
Travel back in time on an informative and fun tour of the Acropolis of Athens combined with a colorful walking tour in the historical center of Athens guided by a field expert-licensed tour guide.
Discover this UNESCO World Heritage site through a journey into history, mythology and storytelling. Learn all about the cradle of Western Civilization and enjoy a leisurely stroll along Plaka, the oldest neighborhood of Athens.
Being at Plaka area, crossing the oldest street of the city of Athens, Tripodon street, we keep walking in the cobbled alleys among the neoclassical houses. Have your camera ready to snap photos and get ready to be lost in alleys that resemble small labyrinths through which we can discover the hidden “cycladic” island of Athens.

What's Included

  • Great Storytelling and Informative private Tour
  • Skip the line service
  • Private Certified Experienced Tour Guide

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Rovertou Galli 43
    Athina 117 42, Greece

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    Plaka
    Athens, Greece

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    Acropolis

    The greatest and finest sanctuary of ancient Athens, dedicated primarily to its patron, the goddess Athena, dominates the centre of the modern city from the rocky crag known as the Acropolis. The most celebrated myths of ancient Athens, its greatest religious festivals, earliest cults and several decisive events in the city's history are all connected to this sacred precinct. The monuments of the Acropolis stand in harmony with their natural setting. These unique masterpieces of ancient architecture combine different orders and styles of Classical art in a most innovative manner and have influenced art and culture for many centuries. The Acropolis of the fifth century BC is the most accurate reflection of the splendour, power and wealth of Athens at its greatest peak, the golden age of Perikles.
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    2 hours Admission Ticket Included

    Parthenon (pass by)

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    Teatro Di Dioniso (pass by)

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    Herod Atticus Odeon (pass by)

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    Erectheion (pass by)

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    Tempio Di Athena Nike (pass by)

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    Anafiotika

    Anafiotika is a scenic tiny neighborhood of Athens, part of the old historical neighborhood called Plaka. It lies in northerneast side of the Acropolis hill. The first houses were built in the era of Otto of Greece, when workers from the island of Anafi came to Athens in order to work as construction workers in the refurbishment of King Othon's Palace. The first two inhabitants were listed as G. Damigos, carpenter, and M. Sigalas, construction worker. Soon, workers from other Cycladic islands also started to arrive there, to work as carpenters or even stone and marble workers, in a further building reconstruction period in Athens, but also in the following era after the end of the reign of King Otto.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Plaka

    The Plaka is the oldest section of Athens. Most of the streets have been closed to automobile traffic, though you should still keep a watchful eye for a speeding motorcycle or delivery truck. At one time it was the nightclub district, but most of these closed down when the government outlawed amplified music in the neighborhood in the seventies in an effort to get rid of undesirables.Though it is quite commercialized it is still a neighborhood and arguably the nicest neighborhood in central Athens.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip The Line Acropolis & Plaka Private Guided Walking Tour?

    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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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip The Line Acropolis & Plaka Private Guided Walking Tour?
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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?
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    The following is included:
    • Great Storytelling and Informative private Tour.
    • Skip the line service.
    • Private Certified Experienced Tour Guide.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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    This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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    The minimum age to participate is 1..

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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.

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    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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    Accessibility information for the Skip The Line Acropolis & Plaka Private Guided Walking Tour is as follows:

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Skip The Line Acropolis & Plaka Private Guided Walking Tour 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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    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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