• Makrygianni - Our private tour lasts 3 hours, divided into approximately 80 minutes at the Acropolis and its Temples, Theaters, and buildings, and 80 minutes at the Acropolis Museum.

MEETING OUR GUIDE. The guide will be waiting at the ‘Acropoli’ Metro Station at street level, located at 7 Makrygianni Street, near the Acropolis Museum.

The meeting point offers a perfect view of the Acropolis wall built by the Mycenaean Civilization, providing an introduction to the Acropolis’s history, significance in ancient Greece, and an overview of the temples and monuments you will explore.

If you choose the ‘CITY TOUR LUXURY VEHICLE’ option, return transfers are included, and we will meet you at your hotel or cruise ship terminal.

• Acropolis - TOURING THE ACROPOLIS and PARTHENON.
  Typically, the tour begins with an 80-minute visit to the Acropolis, where you will see all the Temples, Theaters, and associated buildings such as the monumental gateway (Propylaea), Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheum, and the Parthenon.
• Theater of Dionysus - In a well-preserved state, one of the first stops is the Ancient THEATER OF DIONYSUS. Built in the 4th and 5th centuries BC in a natural amphitheater on the Acropolis slopes, it had an impressive capacity of 25,000 and is considered the world’s oldest. It’s amazing to think that many famous Ancient Greek plays premiered here!
• Propylaia - 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 a large decorated Bronze Statue of the Goddess Athena. Legend has it that the tip of her spear could be seen by incoming ships in the sunlight.

• Temple of Athena Nike - Built around 420 BC, this Classical Ionic Temple was dedicated to the Goddess Athena and is largely restored, with a prominent position overlooking the city.
• Parthenon - The pinnacle of the ‘Golden Age’ of Classical Greece, this temple was an unrivaled masterpiece of art, architecture, and engineering, as well as the heart of Ancient Greek ceremony and worship in Athens. We take time at this important temple with an overview of its construction, mythology, and historical significance.
• Erechtheion - The second largest temple of the Acropolis, the Erechtheion was dedicated to both Zeus and the Goddess Athena. Your guide will illuminate its wonderful mythology and main aspects, such as its impressive statues now seen in the Museum.
• Herod Atticus Odeon - Built in AD 161 by Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife, this stunning marble amphitheater continues as a working theater today.
• 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, and interactive installations in this state-of-the-art museum. Your guide will highlight the most impressive and significant pieces along with the stories of myth and legend behind them. The tour’s combination of the Acropolis and Museum forms a perfect pairing in understanding the core of the ‘Golden Age’ of Classical Greece.

ENDING YOUR TOUR. Your guide will return you to the meeting point, or you can choose to stay and enjoy the city’s sights!

• Acropolis - ACROPOLIS ONLY OPTION (2-hrs):
  If selecting this tour option during booking, it is recommended to choose a time after lunch for a crowd-free experience and to enjoy the ‘Golden Light’ and the best time to view the honey-colored hues of the temple’s ancient architecture and surrounding city views.
• 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 another address. 5-HOUR PRIVATE TOUR BY VEHICLE: ACROPOLIS - ACROPOLIS MUSEUM - TEMPLE OF ZEUS - HADRIAN’S ARCH - OLYMPIC STADIUM - ATHENS TRILOGY - SYNTAGMA SQUARE & GUARDS. A professional licensed guide will accompany you at the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum.
• Ancient Agora of Athens - ACROPOLIS & ANCIENT AGORA OPTION (3-hr): If selecting this tour option, both the Acropolis and Ancient Greek Agora with its rich history will be brought to life by your private guide.

• All guides are fully accredited official experts, licensed to enter the Acropolis & Museum with you
• ‘ACROPOLIS & ANCIENT AGORA’ option: 3-hour visit to the Acropolis & Ancient Agora
• ‘ACROPOLIS ONLY’ option: 90-minute visit to the Acropolis only
• ‘ACROPOLIS & MUSEUM’ option: 3-hour visit to the Acropolis & New Acropolis Museum
• ‘WITH VEHICLE OPTION’: 5-hour tour by luxury vehicle with return transfers & other city sites

• Archaeological Site Entrance Tickets & Cost (can be organized on reqest after booking - extra cost)
• Transfers by Vehicle. UNLESS choosing the ‘WITH VEHICLE OPTION’.

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.

• 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.

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