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Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

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◷ 120 minutes◎ German, English, FrenchProduct code: 5776P15

Overview

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Explore the magnificent Acropolis of Athens with a licensed professional guide in a relaxed and unforgettable way. Visit in the morning or afternoon and enjoy cooler temperatures, fewer crowds and a leisurely pace. Admire the glorious Parthenon, Propylaea, Erechtheion and other iconic monuments while your expert guide brings ancient Athens to life through fascinating stories, history and mythology.

Choose from several tour options to create the experience that suits you best. Upgrade with a visit to the world-renowned Acropolis Museum and discover remarkable treasures behind the monuments. You can also extend your experience by 2 hours for a deeper exploration of Athens and its ancient heritage.

Enjoy a professionally organized experience with our dream team of knowledgeable, licensed guides, dedicated to expert storytelling, personal attention and seamless handling from start to finish. Discover the Acropolis with a team that makes your visit truly special.

What’s included
  • Professional licensed tour guide
  • Entrance tickets of Acropolis monuments (if you pick the option with tickets)
  • Small groups of maximum 20 people per guide
  • Professional meeting point (check in area) with WIFI available close to Acropolis
  • Whisper tour guide system for better listening of your guide (for groups larger than 5)

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities (about 5-10%)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Acropolis Entry Ticket (unless option is selected)
  • Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket (unless option is selected)
Meeting and pickup

Meet your guide inside the tour office of Athens Walks at Porinou 5, 11742.
Please be there 15 minutes in advance. Do not forget to add the postal code 11742 when you search for the address on your GPS.

Itinerary
  1. Acropolis of Athens monuments include Parthenon, Erechtium, Herodes Atticus Odeon, Ancient theater of Dionysus, Propylaia Gates, Temple of Nike. Tickets cost 30 euros per adult and free for non adults with show of the passports. Unless you book "with entrance tickets option of the tour"
  2. Acropolis of Athens monuments include Parthenon, Erechtium, Herodes Atticus Odeon, Ancient theater of Dionysus, Propylaia Gates, Temple of Nike. Tickets cost 20 euros per adult and free for non adults with show of the passports. Unless you book "with entrance tickets option of the tour"
Additional information
  1. Public transportation options are available nearby
  2. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  3. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  4. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  5. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  6. Persons under 18 years old they must need their passports to ensure their age as they have a discounted entrance ticket, a photocopy on mobile device will work too.
  7. EU citizens under 25 years old they should bring their passports too, a photo copy on a mobile device or passport or ID will work
  8. Entrance fees are included (unless you book without entrance tickets) - if you choose without you will need to book them on line at the official website asap since they can be sold out days in advance, if still tickets are sold please inform us to book them for you in advance
  9. Infants must sit on laps - Strollers are not allowed within Acropolis, you can leave your stroller at the meeting point in our premises at Porinou 5.
  10. Not wheelchair accessible
  11. You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
  12. Children must be accompanied by an adult
  13. Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  14. Please make sure this tour includes approximately one mile of walking uphill/downhill on uneven surfaces and 200 steps (both ways).
  15. Guests are advised to wear flat and comfortable walking shoes. Large backpacks and oversized purses are not permitted inside the site. Long queues and waiting might occur and every effort is made to coordinate the best timings for visits.
Before you go

The meeting point is at PORINOU 5, 11742 (please do not forget to add the postal code) inside the tour office of Athens Walks. Please be at the meeting point 15-30 minutes in advance..

Please be at the meeting point 15-30 minutes in advance.

If you have booked the rate "without entrance tickets," you will need to buy them prior the state of the tour at the official website etickets.tap.gr

If you have participants under 25 years old of EU origin, or under 18 years old of any country, is mandatory to bring their PASSPORTS or IDS or photocopies of them to give you their entrance tickets.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. This tour includes approximately one mile of walking uphill/downhill on uneven surfaces and 200 steps (both ways).
2. Guests are advised to wear flat and comfortable walking shoes. Participants under 18 should have a copy of their passport or ID.
3. Large backpacks and oversized purses are not permitted inside the site.
4. Long queues and waiting might occur and every effort is made to coordinate the best timings for visits.
5. The order of sites may be reversed based on traffic, weather, and overcrowding of venues.
6. Temperatures can get extremely high during summer. Guests are encouraged to wear hats, sunglasses, insect repellent, sunscreen lotion, and to stay hydrated. An optional umbrella to create shade is also advisable.
7. Guests are encouraged to bring credit cards and currency to purchase optional extras such as souvenirs, food, and beverages.
8. You should never feel that gratuities are expected, but it is customary to leave a tip in recognition of exceptional service in restaurants, taxis, and for excursion guides and drivers. It is always up to you to determine the amount.
9. The tour will be refunded 100% in case of force majeure.
10. Infants must sit on laps - Strollers are not allowed within Acropolis, you can leave your stroller at the meeting point in our premises at Porinou 5. We have baby back carriers at the meeting point.

Cancellation policy

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

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