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Which Acropolis Museum guided tour is best for you?

Audio guided tour

Duration: 2 hrs
Suited for: Budget travellers, those who want to explore at their own pace
Ticket price: €29.90

Why go for it?

Explore the Acropolis Museum, including the underground excavation site, with a detailed 2-hour audio guide available in 5 languages for your convenience.
Benefit from skip-the-line access, ensuring direct entry to the museum, and maximize your time exploring its intriguing historical artifacts.

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Skip-the-Line Tickets to Acropolis Museum with Multilingual Audio Guide

Guided tour group exploring the Parthenon of Athens with skip-the-line entry.

Expert-guided tour

Duration: 1 hr 15 mins
Suited for: Visitors short on time, those looking for a comprehensive exploration
Ticket price: €35

Why go for it?

Go on a short yet comprehensive walkthrough of the museum and all its galleries with this expert-led guided tour.
An English-speaking tour guide will help you understand the significance of the antiquities from the Acropolis complex with in-depth insights and captivating anecdotes, enriching your visit.

Recommended ticket:

Acropolis Guided Museum Tour

Combo of Parthenon and Temple of Poseidon

Combo guided tours

Duration: 3 hr 30 mins to 10 hrs
Suited for: Travelers interested in exploring multiple landmarks
Ticket price: €83 onwards

Why go for it?

Combine your visit to the Acropolis Museum with other top Athens attractions like the Acropolis complex and the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, maximizing your visit and getting a broader cultural experience.
Benefit from informative commentary from an expert English-speaking guide while saving time, money, and the hassle of separate bookings.

Recommended tickets:

Acropolis & Parthenon + Acropolis Museum Guided Tour with Entry Tickets
Combo: Acropolis + Acropolis Museum + Temple of Poseidon Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

Frequently asked questions about Acropolis Museum guided tours

Why should I opt for an Acropolis Museum guided tour and what does it include?

A guided tour of the Acropolis Museum includes expert insights into the artifacts excavated from the Acropolis, which are displayed here. Guides provide context about their history, significance, and architecture, share intriguing anecdotes, and help you navigate the galleries and their highlights.

What parts of the museum can I see on a guided tour?

Guided tours show you around all the exhibitions of the museum, including the underground excavation.

Do I get skip-the-line access with my Acropolis Museum guided tour?

Some guided tours include skip-the-line entry to the museum, but not all. If you prefer priority access with your experience, make sure you choose the correct guided tour when you book your tickets online.

Are Acropolis Museum guided tours suitable for children?

Yes, guided tours are ideal for families with children because the tour guides share a lot interesting information about the exhibits, make it easy to navigate the museum, and help tackle any language barriers.

What languages are the Acropolis Museum audio guides available in?

Self-guided Acropolis Museum audio tours are available in English, French, Italian, Spanish, and German.

Is it worth taking an Acropolis Museum guided tour?

Yes, if you are interested in ancient Greek history, mythology, and architecture, a guided tour of the museum is definitely worth it. You gain a lot of information and perspective that you might not get if you explore the museum on your own.

Guided Tours

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Acropolis & Parthenon + Acropolis Museum Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

Beat the crowds with a walking tour of Athens' ancient citadel, the Acropolis, and delve deeper at the Acropolis Museum with an expert guide.
Go beyond the guidebooks with expert insights on the Acropolis and its treasures. Learn the stories behind the Parthenon, the Temple of Athena Nike, and more.
Pass along exciting sites like the Theater of Dionysus, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, The Temple of Asclepius, and more.
Explore the Acropolis Museum's modern halls, and see artifacts unearthed from beneath your feet through the captivating glass floors.
Enjoy the tranquility of the Acropolis bathed in the soft morning light and avoid the afternoon crowds with an early morning tour.

Beat the crowds with a walking tour of Athens' ancient citadel, the Acropolis, and delve deeper at the Acropolis Museum with an expert guide.
Go beyond the guidebooks with expert insights on the Acropolis and its treasures. Learn the stories behind the Parthenon, the Temple of Athena Nike, and more.
Pass along exciting sites like the Theater of Dionysus, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, The Temple of Asclepius, and more.
Explore the Acropolis Museum's modern halls, and see artifacts unearthed from beneath your feet through the captivating glass floors.
Enjoy the tranquility of the Acropolis bathed in the soft morning light and avoid the afternoon crowds with an early morning tour.

Inclusions

4-hour guided walking tour of Acropolis and Acropolis Museum
English-speaking guide
Avoid-the-line entry to Acropolis Parthenon
Avoid-the-line entry to Acropolis Museum
Whisper audio set with earphones

Tip: Don't miss the Caryatid Porch at the museum, a captivating display of six female statues that once supported the roof of the Erechtheion.
The tour is not accessible for wheelchair users and people with mobility impairments.
Baby strollers, large bags, luggage and pets are not allowed.
Due to Greek Orthodox Good Friday observances, archaeological sites will have adjusted opening hours. Specifically, on Good Friday (3rd May 2024), sites will be open from noon until 6:00 pm. Orthodox Holy Saturday (4th May 2024) hours will be from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Please note: On days when entrance to the Acropolis is free, the entrance ticket cost is already deducted from the tour price. These free admission days include:
March 6th (in honor of Melina Mercouri)
April 18th (International Day for Monuments)
May 18th (International Museum Day)
The last weekend of September (European Heritage Days)
October 28th
The first Sunday of each month, from November 1st to March 31st annually---

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3 hr. 30 min.

Guided Tours

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Acropolis & Parthenon + Acropolis Museum Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

Ready with your Acropolis Museum tickets but want in-depth insights? This English-guided tour will give you all the insights.
Get the chance to see ancient objects unearthed from the Acropolis site, including statues of Athena, Poseidon, and Zeus.
Admire antiquities used by ancient Greeks over centuries in daily life like ceremonial vases, vessels with intricate carvings, bowls, and more!
In a one of its kind exhibit, view an intact excavation of an Athenian town displaying the ruins of roads, houses, and workshops.
Visit the Archaic Acropolis Gallery to see statues originally commissioned by aristocrats placed under skylights to recreate their original installations.

Ready with your Acropolis Museum tickets but want in-depth insights? This English-guided tour will give you all the insights.
Get the chance to see ancient objects unearthed from the Acropolis site, including statues of Athena, Poseidon, and Zeus.
Admire antiquities used by ancient Greeks over centuries in daily life like ceremonial vases, vessels with intricate carvings, bowls, and more!
In a one of its kind exhibit, view an intact excavation of an Athenian town displaying the ruins of roads, houses, and workshops.
Visit the Archaic Acropolis Gallery to see statues originally commissioned by aristocrats placed under skylights to recreate their original installations.

Inclusions

1.15-hour guided tour of the Acropolis Museum
English-speaking guide
Entry tickets to Acropolis Museum (optional)
Guided tour & entry tickets to Acropolis Parthenon (optional)

Tip: If you are traveling with children, check out the Acropolis Kids Museum which has games, videos, and fun activities like an ancient cooking class for your little ones!
This experience does not include entry tickets to the Museum as ticket prices differ based on the type of visitor, season, and time of the year. You can purchase the tickets beforehand or from the Museum when you visit.
The exhibition is wheelchair and stroller accessible. Wheelchairs can be borrowed from the information desk and strollers from the cloakroom.
Guide dogs are permitted in the venue.
Guests can get a short Braille guide in Greek and English from the information desk.

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3 hr. 30 min.

Guided Tours

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Combo: Acropolis + Acropolis Museum + Temple of Poseidon Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

Enjoy a perfect overview of ancient and modern Greece with this full-day, guided tour from the Acropolis to Omonia Square.
Learn all about the world-famous archeological sites you visit with the help of your expert, English-speaking guide.
Enjoy photo-stop opportunities at the world’s first Olympic Games stadium, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church, and much more..
Walk past Herodion and Dionysos Theater and get priority access to the Acropolis Museum.
Wonder at remarkable marble statues and other ancient artifacts at the Acropolis Museum - deemed to be one of the world’s best!
Relax and take in the remarkable sights of suburbian Athens on your scenic drive to Cape Sounion.

Enjoy a perfect overview of ancient and modern Greece with this full-day, guided tour from the Acropolis to Omonia Square.
Learn all about the world-famous archeological sites you visit with the help of your expert, English-speaking guide.
Enjoy photo-stop opportunities at the world’s first Olympic Games stadium, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church, and much more..
Walk past Herodion and Dionysos Theater and get priority access to the Acropolis Museum.
Wonder at remarkable marble statues and other ancient artifacts at the Acropolis Museum - deemed to be one of the world’s best!
Relax and take in the remarkable sights of suburbian Athens on your scenic drive to Cape Sounion.

Inclusions

Entrance fees for the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum & Temple of Poseidon
English-speaking guide for Acropolis, Acropolis Museum & Temple of Poseidon
Hotel pick up/drop off service
Transfers by luxury AC bus
Lunch
Headsets
Wi-Fi on the bus
All taxes

Exclusions

Beverages

Please Note: Your ticket allows you to avoid the 'ticket' line and not security lines.
Please note that a passport or ID card is required.
This tour is wheelchair, pram/stroller accessible with appropriate wheelchair routes and elevator facility to reach Acropolis's top.
Please note: The updated meeting point address will be emailed if the hotel is not within the pickup zone.

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10 hr.

Transfers included

Meals included

Guided Tours

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Acropolis & Parthenon Guided Tours with Entry Tickets

Enjoy a multilingual guided tour, offering in-depth insights into Athens' top landmarks in a small group of 20. Customize your experience with optional add-ons.

Best for: Anyone looking to explore Athens’ most iconic landmarks with expert guidance, a small group setting, and flexible tour options.
Everything you get: Depending on the ticket you choose, enjoy a full-day guided tour of the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and Ancient Agora, entry to the Acropolis Museum, a visit to the Temple of Poseidon, Temple of Hephaestus, and Stoa of Attalos, plus a guided stroll through the city’s Old Town.
Upgrade options: Private tours, luxury transfers, and lunch options available.

Enjoy a multilingual guided tour, offering in-depth insights into Athens' top landmarks in a small group of 20. Customize your experience with optional add-ons.

Best for: Anyone looking to explore Athens’ most iconic landmarks with expert guidance, a small group setting, and flexible tour options.
Everything you get: Depending on the ticket you choose, enjoy a full-day guided tour of the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and Ancient Agora, entry to the Acropolis Museum, a visit to the Temple of Poseidon, Temple of Hephaestus, and Stoa of Attalos, plus a guided stroll through the city’s Old Town.
Upgrade options: Private tours, luxury transfers, and lunch options available.

Inclusions

Guided tour of the Acropolis & the Parthenon
Entry to the Acropolis archaeological site
Entry to the Acropolis Museum (based on option selected)
Entry to the Temple of Poseidon (based on option selected)
English, Spanish, French, or German-speaking guide (based on option selected)
2-hour Acropolis & Parthenon small group tour (based on option selected)
3.5-hour Acropolis & Acropolis Museum small group tour (based on option selected)
3-hour private Acropolis guided tour (based on option selected)
Old Town (Plaka) neighborhood guided walking tour (based on option selected)
Round-trip luxury AC bus transfers (based on option selected)
Lunch (based on option selected)

Attractions covered:

The Acropolis
The Parthenon
Temple of Athena Nike
Odeon of Herodes Atticus
Theater of Dionysus Eleuthereus
Erechtheion
Propylaea
Acropolis Museum (based on option selected)
Temple of Poseidon (based on option selected)
Ancient Agora (based on option selected)
Stoa of Attalos (based on option selected)
Museum of the Ancient Agora (based on option selected)
Temple of Hephaestus (based on option selected)
Old Town (on private tour)

Exclusions

Pick-up and drop-off facilities
- Acropolis entry tickets (on private tour)

Children & young people (EU citizens): Free admission for visitors up to 25 years from EU countries with a valid ID or passport.
Children & young people (Non-EU citizens): Reduced admission for ages 6 to 25 years from non-EU countries, and free admission for children up to 5 years old with a valid passport.
Senior citizens: Discounted entry for EU citizens aged 65 years and above with a valid ID or passport.
Persons with disabilities: Free admission for individuals with 80% disability or more, regardless of nationality, along with one escort if applicable, by presenting a valid disability certificate and ID or passport.
Greek citizens (special categories): Free admission for families with multiple children (up to 25 years, or any age if they have disabilities) upon showing a large family certificate and Disability Certificate if applicable. Greek unemployed citizens can also enter for free with a valid unemployment card and ID.

Children & young people: Free entry for EU citizens up to 18 years with a valid ID. Reduced admission for non-EU young visitors up to 18 years old with a valid ID.
Senior citizens: Reduced admission for EU citizens aged 65 years and above upon presenting a valid ID.
Persons with disabilities: Free entry for eligible visitors with a disability certificate, regardless of nationality, along with one escort if applicable.

Tip: Visit the Acropolis post 1pm for the best chance of minimal or no waiting time at the security check.
A timed entry system is in place—reserve a date and time slot before visiting the Acropolis Parthenon. Arrive 30 minutes early, as entry is allowed 15 minutes before or after. Once inside, you can stay as long as you like!
On free admission days, the Acropolis entry fee is already deducted from the tour price. These days include March 6, April 18, May 18, the last weekend of September, October 28, and the first Sunday of each month from November to March.
The Acropolis Museum offers free admission on March 6 (Melina Mercouri Day), March 25 (National Holiday), May 18 (International Day of Museums), and October 28 (National Holiday).
Keep in mind, that large bags, and luggage, are not allowed on this experience.
Pets are not allowed inside archaeological sites like the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum. Only service animals are permitted in these venues.

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2 hr. - 10 hr.

Transfers included

Meals included

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