Unlock Athens’ history with a 2-day Museum Pass: Acropolis, bus tour, 12 museums, and digital guide. Save 80% on entry tickets.
Unlock Athens’ history with a 2-day Museum Pass: Acropolis, bus tour, 12 museums, and digital guide. Save 80% on entry tickets.
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Acropolis - Explore the renowned Acropolis and marvel at the iconic ancient Greek structures, including the Parthenon, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Propylaea, the Erechtheion, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and the Theatre of Dionysus. Discover these timeless monuments that have influenced history and culture for centuries.
Enhance your visit with…
- Acropolis - Explore the renowned Acropolis and marvel at the iconic ancient Greek structures, including the Parthenon, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Propylaea, the Erechtheion, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and the Theatre of Dionysus. Discover these timeless monuments that have influenced history and culture for centuries.
Enhance your visit with a self-guided multimedia walking tour (JRNYZ) available on the Smartvisit app, providing engaging and informative commentary as you explore these extraordinary sites at your own pace.
- Big Bus Tours Athens - Discover Athens and its surroundings on fantastic open-top double-decker buses, offering panoramic views from the top deck. Experience the city at your leisure, taking in the sights and learning about the rich history of Athens and Greece. Enjoy a journey past over 100 landmarks and monuments, with the flexibility to hop on and off at stops that capture your interest, allowing you to explore freely and immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant culture.
- Acropolis Museum - Delve into the rich and captivating history of the Acropolis, from the Bronze Age to Roman Greece. On the ground level, uncover extensive remnants of the ancient city and significant findings from the slopes of the Acropolis, providing insight into the daily life of ancient Athenians.
The first level showcases artifacts from the Mycenaean and Geometric eras, including treasures from the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion, as well as works spanning from the late ancient period to the early Christian years.
On the second level, enjoy the museum’s restaurant, shop, and bookstore, along with balconies offering stunning views of the exhibits.
Finally, on the third floor, admire the iconic frieze, metopes, and temple pediments. The famous marble frieze is beautifully recreated, featuring both original marbles and casts of those held in other collections, such as the Elgin Marbles in the British Museum.
- Panathenaic Stadium - Visit the iconic stadium that represents the world of sports—the venue of the first Modern Olympic Games and the finish line of the Athens Marathon. Explore the permanent exhibition, “Memories from the Olympic Games: Posters and Torches from 1896 to today,” and discover the rich history of the Games through captivating visuals.
As you wander the stadium grounds, take in superb views of the Acropolis, adding an unforgettable cultural and scenic dimension to your experience at this historic site.
- Athens Olympic Museum - Visit a contemporary museum dedicated to the captivating history of the Olympic Games, where you can explore interactive exhibits that bring the Games to life. Get an up-close look at the equipment and personal items of Olympic athletes, offering a unique perspective on their journey.
Discover the origins of the Olympic Games in ancient Greece, trace their revival, and learn about their return to Athens in 2004. As you walk through the Athens Olympic Athletic Complex, you’ll be inspired by the incredible feats and achievements of athletes.
This visit offers a perfect blend of culture, education, and sports, complemented by a visit to the nearby Golden Hall shopping center, making it a well-rounded and enriching experience.
- War Museum - Explore four levels of exhibitions at the Athens War Museum, dedicated to historical battles and wars throughout the ages. Discover a vast collection of weapons, tanks, photographs, and works of art depicting key battle scenes that highlight the struggles and triumphs of various eras.
Support the museum’s ongoing conservation and education programs as you delve into the fascinating history of warfare. For your convenience, the museum also offers a canteen and shop, where you can enjoy a meal or find unique souvenirs to remember your visit.
- Museum of the Basil & Elise Goulandris Foundation - Discover a world-renowned collection of modern and contemporary art in the vibrant neighborhood of Pangrati, in central Athens. Explore masterpieces by legendary artists such as van Gogh, Monet, Cézanne, Picasso, Miró, Giacometti, Pollock, and Bacon, as well as works by celebrated modern and contemporary Greek artists like Moralis, Tsarouchis, Hadjikyriakos-Ghika, Takis, and many more.
While you’re there, take the opportunity to purchase exclusive, custom-made products inspired by the Museum’s art collection at the museum shop. Afterward, relax and enjoy delicious Mediterranean cuisine in the charming urban garden of the Café-Restaurant, making for a complete cultural and culinary experience.
- Museum Herakleidon - The museum is housed in two separate buildings, located just 150 meters apart, each offering a unique insight into different aspects of ancient technology.
On Apostolou Pavlou Street, explore the fascinating world of ancient Greek warfare, with detailed models illustrating war technology such as the Trireme, the famous Athenian warship, catapults, siege towers, armor, light weapons, and even early forms of cannons.
Meanwhile, on Herakleidon Street, discover a small but intriguing collection of Automata from the Hellenistic period of Alexandria, Egypt. These ancient machines, which function without an obvious cause, showcase early technological innovations. Among the highlights is a large-scale, functional model of the Antikythera Mechanism, the first known analogue computer, made from plexiglass to allow visitors to view the inner workings of this remarkable device.
- Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology - Discover two museums in one, showcasing more than 100 technological inventions of the Ancient Greeks, as well as interactive Ancient Greek musical instruments and games. Explore these remarkable exhibits within a unique Art Nouveau building located in the fashionable Kolonaki district in the heart of Athens.
Don’t miss the museum shop, where you can purchase handmade models and replicas of the exhibits, crafted by Marios Kotsanas. These include an exact replica of the Antikythera Mechanism, the portable “clock” notebook of Parmenion, the fourth quadrant of Hipparchus, Ancient Greek ships, toys, musical instruments, and other fascinating items.
- Museum of Cycladic Art - Explore the ancient cultures of the Aegean and Cyprus at one of Athens’ most stunning neoclassical mansions, home to one of the most comprehensive private collections of Cycladic Art in the world. The museum features representative examples of the world-renowned Cycladic marble figurines, offering a captivating glimpse into ancient Aegean culture.
After your exploration, unwind at the Cycladic Café, surrounded by lush vegetation that provides a peaceful oasis in the heart of the city. Don’t forget to visit the museum shop, where you can find unique gifts, souvenirs, and books to remember your visit.
- Museum of Illusions Athens - Have an unforgettable and fun experience in one of Athens’ most innovative spaces, where you can capture unique photos and explore the fascinating world of illusions. With 60 visual and interactive illusions, including an infinity room, inverted room, chair illusion, and holograms, you’ll be amazed by what your senses perceive.
Learn how the human brain works and how our perception of reality is influenced by science, vision, perspective, and other stimuli. This interactive experience is both entertaining and educational, offering insights into the fascinating ways our mind interprets the world around us.
- Benaki Museum - The Ghika Gallery - Visit the home of the renowned Greek artist Nikos Hadjikyriakos-Ghika, located on Kriezotou Street, which was once the epicenter of architectural and artistic interest. The house, featured in both Greek and international architectural magazines, is a unique blend of art and history.
The ground floor is home to an urban drawing room, showcasing works by early 20th-century French painters, in memory of Gustave Boissière. On the 3rd floor, explore a collection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, set designs, manuscripts, illustrated books, photographs, and furnishings from Hadjikyriakos-Ghika’s homes on the island of Hydra and in Athens.
The 6th floor houses a specially designed attic that once served as his workshop and library, containing rare illustrated editions and over 7,000 volumes, primarily focused on Art History. On the 5th floor, you’ll find the preserved rooms where Hadjikyriakos-Ghika lived and worked for 40 years, right up until his passing in 1994.
- Benaki Museum Cafe Restaurant / Benaki Museum of Greek Culture - Visit one of the most stunning neoclassical-style buildings in Athens and immerse yourself in a unique exhibition showcasing Greek culture from prehistory to the 20th century. Admire an impressive array of historical antiquities, including prehistoric, ancient Greek, and Roman art, as well as Byzantine art and historic heirlooms. This museum offers an enriching experience that highlights the depth and richness of Greece’s cultural heritage across centuries.
- Benaki Toy Museum - Explore the latest addition to the Benaki group of museums, a captivating collection of vintage toys donated by Maria Argyriadi. This charming museum offers a fascinating glimpse into childhood whimsy, showcasing rare toys and games from antiquity to the present day.
With a collection of 20,000 items, the museum features toys, books, clothing, ephemera, and other childhood-related items from Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Whether you’re revisiting memories or discovering new ones, the diverse collection is sure to make you feel like a child again.
Additionally, the museum houses a specialist library with over 3,000 books and studies on children and toys, offering further insights into the history and cultural significance of play across the world.

- Multimedia self-guided tours of the Acropolis and Plaka district (Athens’ old town)
- Athens digital destination guide and map
- 500 MB mobile data package
- Access to 14 top Athens experiences over 2-days
- Multimedia self-guided tours of the Acropolis and Plaka district (Athens’ old town)
- Athens digital destination guide and map
- 500 MB mobile data package
- Access to 14 top Athens experiences over 2-days
With the 2-day Athens Museum Pass, visitors can explore Athens’ rich history while saving up to 80% on entry fees.
Begin at the iconic Acropolis, home to stunning sites like the Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus.
Then, discover the city at your own pace with a Hop-on Hop-off bus tour, offering panoramic views from the…
With the 2-day Athens Museum Pass, visitors can explore Athens’ rich history while saving up to 80% on entry fees.
Begin at the iconic Acropolis, home to stunning sites like the Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus.
Then, discover the city at your own pace with a Hop-on Hop-off bus tour, offering panoramic views from the upper deck.
Stop at the attractions that captivate you and immerse yourself in Greek heritage at premier museums such as the Acropolis Museum and Panathenaic Stadium.
Additionally, enjoy a complimentary digital destination guide and map, featuring self-guided multimedia walking tours of the Acropolis and Plaka (Athens’ old town), 500MB of mobile data, and insider tips for exploring the city.
- Visit the legendary Acropolis and its ancient landmarks
- Enjoy a flexible Hop-on Hop-off bus tour with panoramic views
- Explore top museums and historical sites at your leisure
- Receive a free digital guide with self-guided tours and tips
- Entry to the Acropolis and some other experiences is subject to booking (via the Smartvisit app). It’s important to book in advance, as tickets can sell out. Each attraction has different booking rules, so please refer to the individual attraction listings in the app for more details.
- To access your pass, download the Smartvisit app from the Apple App Store or Google Play and use the supplier reference code provided on your booking confirmation to activate the pass in the app (further download instructions are provided in the booking confirmation).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.