Athens: Private Acropolis, Parthenon Tour, optional tickets

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Athens: Private Acropolis, Parthenon Tour, optional tickets

Price from
€400
Duration
1 h 30 min
Group size
Private tour
Guide languages
English

Overview

Gain unique insights for the city’s past and present times from our expert English-speaking licensed tour guides, who are all locals and really passionate about what they do. Small groups guarantee a premium and entertaining experience.

What's included

Disposable earphones (for groups of over 5 people)
Expert licensed tour guide

Not included

Private transportation
Gratuities
Bottled water
Entrance fee - Acropolis Entry Ticket
Use of the elevator at the Acropolis Hill
Skip-the-line separate entrance to the Acropolis. No one can skip the lines to Acropolis.

What you will do

Theatre of Dionysus
Breeze past the line and experience the thrill of seeing the Theater of Dionysus where many famous ancient comedies and tragedies were first performed.
Pass by, no stop
Herod Atticus Odeon
Continue to the Roman Herodion theater which was built in memory of the wife of Herodes Atticus.
Pass by, no stop
Asklipiio
Stroll to the remains of the healing temple Asklepieion of Athens which was built in honor of the gods Asclepius and Hygeia.
Pass by, no stop
Propylaea
Climb up to the gateway of the Acropolis, the Propylaea.
15 min
Temple of Athena Nike
Take in views of the Temple of Athena Nike.
Pass by, no stop
Parthenon
Walk to the Parthenon which was dedicated to the goddess Athena, the patroness of the city of Athens. Admire this 5th-century zenith of the Doric order architecture.
30 min
Erectheion
Finally, see the Erechtheion which is a unique masterpiece of architecture mainly due to its asymmetrical composition, and its supports include 6 sculpted female figures.
20 min

Meeting point

Meet your guide at Athenian Tours' tour office at Mitseon 2, 11742, located at the corner of Mitseon Street and Strataion Street. Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to the tour departure time.

Important information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In an effort to ensure that you will avoid any kind of discomfort and most importantly that you will feel comfortable, our guides may change order of the sites you may visit.
The starting time of our private tour could be arranged upon request
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please note that we can issue the entrance tickets for you in advance. Payment can be made either by card or cash at check-in, provided that you inform us in a timely manner. Otherwise, you may purchase the tickets on your own, after consulting us for the correct time slot. In any case, please make sure to be on time at the meeting point, so the tour can start as scheduled.
Strollers are not allowed in Acropolis
The Acropolis of Athens is a citadel built on top of a relatively steep hill which can be slippery at specific spots especially when raining.
Bring a bottle of water (no cafe-bar at the site, only a water fountain), a hat, sunglasses, and an umbrella on a rainy day.
Audio quality may be affected by other groups' equipment during crowded times.
Not suitable for children under 6 years old
Not suitable for people with mobility impairments.