Acropolis and Acropolis Museum Private Tour with Licensed Expert Discount Tickets

4.9
★★★★★ ★★★★★
Based on 525 reviews |
location pin icon Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athens, 11742, Greece
location pin icon Athens
4.9 /5
525 reviews
View all Acropolis and Acropolis Museum Private Tour with Licensed Expert photos
View all Acropolis and Acropolis Museum Private Tour with Licensed Expert photos

Get your discount tickets for the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum PRIVATE Tour with Licensed Expert, save up to 14% !

Select your ticket

14% OFF Refundable
ACROPOLIS & ANCIENT AGORA 3-hr
FROM

$36.46

REG. $42.36

Offer details

3-HOUR PRIVATE TOUR : Private expert guiding of the Parthenon & Temples of the Acropolis, and the Ancient Agora (option excludes the Museum) WALKING TOUR Duration: 3 hours END POINT: If choosing this option your tour ends at the Agora
14% OFF Refundable
ACROPOLIS ONLY 90-Minute
FROM

$31.39

REG. $36.47

Offer details

Option excludes the Museum Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes PLEASE NOTE: After completion, your guide will leave you in the Acropolis so you have more time to enjoy the views & take photos.
14% OFF Refundable
ACROPOLIS & MUSEUM 3-hr
FROM

$36.46

REG. $42.36

Offer details

3-HOUR PRIVATE TOUR: Private expert guiding of the Parthenon & Temples of the Acropolis, and the New Acropolis Museum WALKING TOUR Duration: 3 hours
14% OFF Refundable
WITH VEHICLE OPTION 5-hr
FROM

$89.15

REG. $103.54

Offer details

5-HOUR PRIVATE TOUR BY VEHICLE: ACROPOLIS - ACROPOLIS MUSEUM - TEMPLE OF ZEUS - HADRIANS ARCH - OLYMPIC STADIUM - ATHENS TRILOGY - SYNTAGMA SQUARE & GUARDS FREE CRUISE SHIP & HOTEL PCKUP: Door to Door pickup & Return are included from the Cruise Port, or any Central Athens Address. Luxury Class Mercedes: With Free WiFi, Chilled Bottled Water, Air Condirtion

Overview

In the company of a Professional Licensed, Archaeological guide experience the Acropolis with its iconic Parthenon and temples, the Theater of Dionysus, and the New Acropolis Museum. Exclusive and dedicated to your group alone, your private guide will bring to life the pinnacle of the classical Greek period along with its associated masterpieces housed in the nearby Museum for a once in a lifetime experience. Flexible booking Options exclude the Museum to offer the following additional choices: ACROPOLIS ONLY, for a focused 90-Minute expert tour of this site only; ACROPOLIS & ANCIENT AGORA, for a combined 3-hr tour of the Acropolis and Ancient Agora; WITH VEHICLE OPTION, for a 5-hr tour also including the wider Athens City Highlights as well as return transfers from the Cruise Ship Port or central Athens Hotel.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

MEETING POINT: Makrigianni 7, Athina. 117 42 (close to the Acropolis Museum) Your guide will have a sign with the name of the lead traveler written. If choosing the 'CITY TOUR LUXURY VEHICLE' option, return transfers are included from your cruise ship or central Athens address.

End Point

End point

If selecting the Acropolis only option, your tour may end in the Acropolis so you can enjoy the views. If selecting the Acropolis & Museum Option, your tour may end in the Museum. If selecting the option including the Ancient Agora, your tour will end there.

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Makrygianni
Our Private tour takes 3-Hours which is roughly split into 80 Minutes at the Acropolis and associated Temples, Theaters and buildings, and 80 Minutes at the Acropolis Museum. MEETING OUR GUIDE. Your guide will be waiting at the 'Acropoli' Metro Station at street level which is located at 7 Makrygianni Street, and close to the Acropolis Museum Our meeting spot provides an ideal perspective from which to view the surrounding wall of the Acropolis built by the earlier Mycenean Civilization and to provide you with an introduction to the History of the Acropolis, its importance and role in the life of ancient Greece, and an overview of the temples & amazing monuments you are about to see. If choosing the 'CITY TOUR LUXURY VEHICLE' option, return transfers are included so we will be at your Hotel or Cruise ship terminal to meet you.
2. Acropolis
TOURING THE ACROPOLIS and PARTHENON. Usually, you will continue first with a visit to the Acropolis lasting approximately 80 minutes during which time you will see all of the Temples, Theaters, and associated buildings such as the monumental gateway (Propylaea), Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheum, and of course the Parthenon.
Duration: 80 mins
3. Theatre of Dionysus
Still in a good state of preservation, one of our first stops is the Ancient THEATER OF DIONYSUS. Built in the 4th & 5th century BC in a natural amphitheater o nthe slopes of the Acropolis it would have had an impressive capacity of 25000, it is considered the world's oldest. Amazing to think that many of the most famous Ancient Greek plays would have had their original premieres here!
4. Propylaea
Ascend towards the monumental gateway (Propylaia) and entrance to the Acropolis. As the Temples of the Acropolis come into view, the Ancient Greeks would have been greeted by an enormous decorated Bronze Statue of the Goddess Athena. As legend has it, the tip of her upheld spear could be seen by incoming ships in the sunlight.
5. Temple of Athena Nike
Built around 420 BC, and one of the earliest temples of the Acropolis, this Classical Ionic Temple was dedicated to the Goddess Athena and is largely restored, with a prominent position overlooking the City.
6. Parthenon
The pinnacle of the 'Golden-Age' of Classical Greece, this temple was an unrivaled mastepiece of Art, Architecture and Engineering as well as the heart of Ancient Greek ceremony and worship in Athens. We Take time at this most important temple with an overview of its construction, mythology and Historical importance.
7. Erectheion
The second largest temple of the Acropolis, the Erechtheion was Dedicated to both Zeus and the Goddess Athens and your guide will illuminate some of its wonderful Mythology and main aspects such as its impressive statues that you will now see in the Museum.
8. Herod Atticus Odeon
Built in AD 161 by Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife, this stunning Marble amphitheater continues as a working theater to the present day.
9. Acropolis Museum
TOURING THE NEW ACROPOLIS MUSEUM (approximately 80 minutes) A short distance from the Acropolis you will see many of its original masterpieces along with models, videos & interactive installations housed in this state-of-the-art museum. Your guide will illuminate the most impressive & significant pieces along with the stories of myth & legend behind them. The tour's combination of the Acropolis and Museum form a perfect pairing in the understanding of the core of the 'Golden age' of Classical Greece. ENDING YOUR TOUR. Your guide will return you to the meeting point or choose to stay, enjoying the sights of the City!
Duration: 80 mins
10. Acropolis
ACROPOLIS ONLY OPTION(2-hrs): If selecting this tour option during booking we recommend selecting a time after lunch for a crowd-free experience as well as enjoying the 'Golden Light' and the best time to view the honey-colored hues of the temple's ancient Architecture and surrounding city views.
11. Athens
CITY TOUR LUXURY VEHICLE OPTION (5-hrs tour by vehicle): If selecting this tour option during booking you will be picked up from your Cruise Ship, Central Athens Hotel, or other Address. 5-HOUR PRIVATE TOUR BY VEHICLE: ACROPOLIS - ACROPOLIS MUSEUM - TEMPLE OF ZEUS - HADRIANS ARCH - OLYMPIC STADIUM - ATHENS TRILOGY - SYNTAGMA SQUARE & GUARDS. A Professional Licensed Guide will accompany you at the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum.
12. Ancient Agora of Athens
ACROPOLIS & ANCIENT AGORA OPTION (3-hr): If selecting this tour option, both the Acropolis and Ancient Greek Agora with its depth of history will be brought to life by your private Guide.

Inclusion

FULLY PRIVATE TOUR. Only your group is guided exclusively from start to finish

'ACROPOLIS & ANCIENT AGORA' Option: includes a 3-hr visit to the Acropolis & Ancient Agora

'ACROPOLIS ONLY' Option: includes a 90-Minute visit to the Acropolis only.

'ACROPOLIS & MUSEUM' Option: includes a 3-hr visit to the Acropolis & New Acropolis Museum

ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXPERT GUIDES. All are fully Accredited State Licensed Official Archaeologists

'WITH VEHICHLE OPTION' Includes a 5-hr by luxury Vehicle with return transfers & other City Sites

Exclusion

Entrance fees

Transfers by Vehicle. UNLESS choosing the 'WITH VEHICLE OPTION'.

Admission fees

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

ADMISSION TICKETS: Please note that admission is not included. We will contact you after booking to ask if you need us to purchase Skip-The-Line Tickets, so your guide has them all ready for you! Kindly check your messages after booking. If you have not replied, we assume you have purchased your tickets for the appropriate time slots & we are not responsible for any delays.

WHISPER COMMUNICATION SYSTEM included for groups of 6 or more

ACROPOLIS & AGORA OPTION: Please note there is some walking distance between these sites with rough cobbles so not recommended for anyone with limited mobility. Tour ends at Agora.

ACROPOLIS ONLY OPTION: Please note this tour ends inside the Acropolis to allow you additional time on your own for photos and city veiws.

Supplied by WARMPENGUIN

Reviews

4.9

★★★★★ ★★★★★
Based on 525 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

5 stars
496
4 stars
16
3 stars
9
2 stars
2
1 stars
2

Explore other options

Private Sundowner Dinner Experience in Grand Teton National Park

Private Sundowner Dinner Experience in Grand Teton National Park
Yellowstone Wildlife and Photo Upper Loop from West Yellowstone

Yellowstone Wildlife and Photo Upper Loop from West Yellowstone
Self-Guided Grand Teton National Park Driving Tour

Self-Guided Grand Teton National Park Driving Tour
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Cheyenne WY

Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Cheyenne WY
Private GTNP Sunset Wildlife Safari & Field Dinner From Jackson

Private GTNP Sunset Wildlife Safari & Field Dinner From Jackson
Kicking Red Canyon Wild Mustang Bus Tour Deals 8am Daily

Kicking Red Canyon Wild Mustang Bus Tour Deals 8am Daily
3 Hour Horseback Riding in Jackson Hole

3 Hour Horseback Riding in Jackson Hole
Yellowstone 2-Step 2 of Days Of Upper/Lower Loop West Yellowstone

Yellowstone 2-Step 2 of Days Of Upper/Lower Loop West Yellowstone
Dinner Cookout Ride at Heart Six Ranch

Dinner Cookout Ride at Heart Six Ranch
Private Arrival Transfer from Jackson Hole Airport JAC

Private Arrival Transfer from Jackson Hole Airport JAC