Athens - Acropolis - Acropolis Museum city tour | walking tour experience full day

Athens – Acropolis – Acropolis Museum city tour | walking tour experience full day

Athens,Greece

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Duration

5,5 hours

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

18 people

Languages

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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... More

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.

Athens City Tour
The tour starts at the Syntagma metro station for a brief look at the ancient artifacts displayed at the metro’s museum. You’ll also see the Greek Parliament, the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, and watch the Changing of the Guards.Next, our guide will walk you through the National Gardens, Zappeion Hall, the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch. From there you’ll walk towards the Acropolis on the beautiful pedestrian walkway called Dionysiou Areopagitou.

The Acropolis
Entering on the south slope of the Acropolis, you’ll visit the Dionysus Sanctuary and Dionysus Theater before you walk up the slope leading to the Acropolis monuments. Panoramic views of the city will be perfect for Instagram-ready photos.During your tour, you’ll gain insight into the significance of the historic monuments of Acropolis, including the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylaea, the Nike Temple as well as other significant sights of Athens including the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Ancient Agora, the National Observatory of Athens and the city’s scenic hills: Filoppapos, Mars, and Pnyx.

NOTE: After the first part of the tour, which ends on the Acropolis at approximately 13:00 (1:00 pm), you may take more photos before meeting your guide for the Acropolis Museum Tour. During this time, you may get a snack or a drink before the guided tour starts at the museum at approximately 13:45 (1:45 pm).

Top Museum of the World: Acropolis Museum
The Acropolis Museum is another highlight of this tour, a perfect follow-up to actually exploring the sights at the Acropolis itself. Recognized as one of the top museums in the world, you’ll find yourself up close to the impressive marble masterpieces found on the Acropolis including dramatic sculptures and friezes that brilliantly define the Classical period of ancient Greece.
Designed by renowned Swiss architect Bernard Tschumi and notable Greek architect Michalis Photiadis, the Acropolis Museum captivates guests on approach. Its seamless modern lines elegantly incorporate artifacts exclusively from the Acropolis, and excavations are also visible under glass floors and walkways. The marbled surviving treasures are impressively displayed with the use of natural light, situated on a modernist open layout. Panoramic views top the experience.

The tour ends at the Acropolis Museum at approximately 15:00 hours (3 pm).

Prices per person

59€/Adult 25+, Kids – Youth 06-24 EU and non EU citizens, Senior 65+ EU citizens, .
Infant age 0-5 free o charge.

For less or more participants please contact us in order to offer you flexible rates.

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HIGHLIGHTS

This comprehensive city tour takes you to the modern sights in the heart of Athens and the most important ancient sights that have been standing in the city for millennia.
The tour concludes at the Acropolis which is one of the most visited and culturally revered ancient sights in the world.
Archaeological artifacts uncovered during the metro’s construction offer insight into daily life here thousands of years ago.
Major sights as the National Gardens of Athens, Zappeion, Temple of Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch and more..
Outer view of the Greek Parliament, followed by the Monument to the Unknown Soldier where you will watch the Changing of the Guards.
Plaka district.
you’ll gain insight into the significance of the historic monuments of Acropolis including the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylaia, the Nike Temple as well as other significant sights of Athens the Dionysus Sanctuary and Dionysus Theater.
Top Museum of the World: Acropolis Museum,with dramatic sculptures and friezes that brilliantly define the Classical period of ancient Greece.

Included/Excluded

Local licensed guide.
Skip-the-line service.
Athens guide magazine.
Athens map.
VAT.
Liability Insurance.

Anything not mentioned above.
Transfer from/to your accommodation.
Entrance tickets to Archaelogical sites and museums.
Personal expenses.
Personal Insurance.
Any kind of food and beverage.
Tips and Portages (optional-gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of service cost).

Tour's Location

Athens,Greece

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