Old Athens + Acropolis Tour
Tour Description
At the selected time, we'll meet at 26 Athanasiou Diakou to begin our tour of old Athens, a tour in which we'll discover the importance of this city whose origins date back more than three thousand years.
We'll delve into the past of the Greek capital making the first stop to check out Hadrian's Arch and the Temple of Olympian Zeus, which was the largest in Greece during the Hellenistic era. From here we'll walk to the imposing Acropolis of Athens, one of the most visited places in the world.
As we access the archaeological site through the Propylaea, the ancient entrance gate, we'll be able to see the Parthenon, the Temple of Athena Nike, and the Erechtheion. We'll get to know the most interesting details of the architecture and functionality of these ancient buildings, thus immersing ourselves in the Hellenistic culture.
Next, we'll continue our journey back in time by visiting the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, where musical performances were held, and passing by the Agora, the center of social, political, and commercial life in ancient Athens. We'll see the Neoclassical building of the National Observatory of Athens and climb to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the hills of Philopappos, Mars, and Pnyx.
Our tour will continue through the Monastiraki district, where we'll find the ruins of Hadrian's Library and the Tower of the Winds. Do you want to know what its function was? We'll find out soon!
Lastly, we'll end the tour after a stroll through the charming Athenian neighborhoods of Plaka and Anafiotika. We'll part ways in Anafiotika 3.5 hours after the start of the tour.
Tickets to the Acropolis and Agora
If you wish, you can book the guided tour of the Acropolis and the Agora without tickets. In this case, you will need to purchase the tickets yourselves, keeping in mind that the guided tour must take place between 8 am and 9 am. From November 1st 2024 to March 31st 2025, you must buy your ticket at the following time slots, as the time of the guided tour will change:
- If you choose the tour without tickets option at 8:45 am, please buy your ticket in the 9 am to 10 am time slot.
- If you choose the tour without tickets option at 2:30 pm, please buy your ticket in the 2 pm to 3 pm time slot.
Please be aware that with this option it is not guaranteed that there will be tickets available at the Acropolis ticket office on the day of the activity, so we recommend purchasing them online in advance.
Reduced tickets (50% discount) are available for young people between 6 and 25 years of age from non-EU countries and EU citizens over 65.
Tickets are free for EU citizens under 25, non-EU citizens under 5 years of age, and students over 25 from EU and EEA countries. "If there is someone in your group who belongs to any of these categories, we recommend choosing the guided tour without tickets and purchasing them on your own and in advance, to take advantage of the free admission for those groups.
You must show an identity card or passport to purchase free or discounted tickets.
More Information
Duration
3h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
English–speaking guide
Entrance tickets (depending on selection)
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
-
Key Tours S.a.
Corporate name: Key Tours S.A.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
-
Q - How much is it to buy tickets directly at the Acropolis?
A - The entrance ticket to the Acropolis is 20EUR per adult from April to October, 10EUR per adult from November to March. EU members over 65 years of age and young people between 6 and 25 years of age from outside the EU pay reduced admission (50%). Admission is free for EU citizens under 25 years of age and children under 5 years of age.
-
Q - How many people are in the group?
A - Usually around 20 people.
-
Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
-
Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
26 Athanasiou Diakou
Where does the activity end?
Anafiotika
