Overview
The Ideal Combination Tour! See the city center including two top sights in just a few hours. At the Acropolis of Athens, you’ll explore the Parthenon which is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world. Then, you’ll dive deeper into its worldly significance at the Acropolis Museum where marble masterpieces tell a story on their own.
Please be aware that even with our skip-the-ticket-line service, there might be some waiting time required for security checks. This is because visitor numbers can fluctuate unpredictably at the sites throughout the day. The typical waiting time falls within 0 to 10 or 30 minutes, though on rare occasions, it might be longer.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Skip-the-ticket line service (if WITH ticket option booked)
Athens map
Athens guide magazine
English speaking professional guide
Food and drinks
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Gratuities
Entrance fees are not included; (can be booked as a separate option)
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Our staff, holding an orange Athens Walking Tours sign, will be waiting for you inside the Syntagma Metro Station, at the big hall underneath the hanging clock, next to the ticket validating machines. Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to given tour departure time.
Good to know
1. Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the given tour departure time.
2. Comfortable walking shoes, sun-screen & a hat are recommended
3. If you selected WITHOUT Ticket option It's up to you to purchase your admission tickets from the official site—a simple but important task to ensure your spot on the tour. This means you'll need to carefully choose the right date, time slot, and ticket category (for example, adults, students, etc.).
Tour Schedule Alignment:
The tour starts with the City Tour and accesses the Acropolis two hours approximately past the tour's starting time, at approximately 11:40am, (Book your Acropolis ticket independently here → https://hhticket.gr)
Our tour accesses the Acropolis Museum at approximately 2pm (14:00). (Book your Museum ticket independently here → https://etickets.theacropolismuseum.gr)
It's crucial to ensure both your tickets’ entry time corresponds with our tour's specific schedule.
Pre-Purchase Tickets: To ensure your participation, you must purchase your tickets prior to booking our tour. This step confirms the availability for your chosen tour date and time.
Non-Refundable Tour Fee: Not possessing a valid entrance ticket at the beginning of the tour disqualifies you from joining the tour. Remember, the tour fee is non-refundable if you fail to meet this requirement.
Please follow these steps carefully to ensure a smooth and enjoyable tour experience.
4. If you selected WITH ticket option everything is included
4. Strict Acropolis entry times mean we can't wait for latecomers. No refunds will be given.
5. All visitors undergo airport-style security; expect peak season waits of up to 30+ minutes.
6. Not suitable for mobility impairments, wheelchairs, or strollers.
7. Cutoff times sync with Athens local time.
8. Tours run rain or shine.
What to expect
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Change of Guards
20 min
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Syntagma, Athens 10562 Greece
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National Garden
20 min
Leoforos Amalias 1, Athens 10557 Greece
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Zappeion
20 min
Zappeion, Athens, Attica
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Acropolis
1 hour 30 min
via Dionysiou Areopagitou str., Athens 105 58 Greece
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Acropolis Museum
1 hour 15 min
Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athens 117 42 Greece
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Athens).
Additional Information
- If you selected WITH Ticket everything is included
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about The Acropolis, Athens Walking City Tour and Acropolis Museum
Can I cancel The Acropolis, Athens Walking City Tour and Acropolis Museum for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Our staff, holding an orange Athens Walking Tours sign, will be waiting for you inside the Syntagma Metro Station, at the big hall underneath the hanging clock, next to the…
What's included?
- Skip-the-ticket line service (if WITH ticket option booked)
- Athens map
- Athens guide magazine
- English speaking professional guide
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees are not included; (can be booked as a separate option)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Change of Guards, National Garden, Zappeion, Acropolis, Acropolis Museum.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Athens Walking Tours
