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Acropolis Small-group Tour (Max 12) in English, French, Italian

5.025 reviewsParthenon

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 3 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Discover the Acropolis the premium way: in a small group of max 12 guests (option of English, French, or Italian), with a licensed Greek guide and carefully chosen start times to avoid the heat and crowds. During this focused 2-hour tour, you’ll explore the Parthenon, the Erechtheion with the Caryatids, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Theater of Dionysus, with plenty of time for photos and questions. Upgrade to the “Full Acropolis & Museum Package” to continue your experience at the world-class Acropolis Museum, including pre-reserved entry tickets to both the Acropolis and the Museum, so you can spend more time exploring and less time queueing. Why Travelers Choose This Tour: VIP small group – never more than 12 guests guaranteed Licensed, professional Greek guide with an archaeology/history background Carefully timed early morning or late afternoon departures Two shaded stops and practical tips to beat the heat

Inclusions

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • VIP small group – never more than 12 guests guaranteed
  • Two shaded stops and practical tips to beat the heat
  • Licensed, professional Greek guide with an archaeology/history background
  • Option of English, French, or Italian
  • Skip-the-line entrance fees are included only in the "Acropolis Tour with Ticket" and "Full Acropolis+Museum Package" options
  • Carefully timed early morning or late afternoon departures

What's not

  • Pick up/Drop off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Meet your licensed guide and step onto the birthplace of European theater. Get a clear orientation to the hill, the monuments you’ll see, and the plan to beat the crowds and heat.

    15 minAdmission included

  2. Recharge in a 2,000-year-old colonnade and discover the nearby Asklepieion, the city’s ancient healing sanctuary. A great spot for a quick water break.

    10 minAdmission included

  3. Pause under the stone arcades for spectacular views over Athens. Hear the story of the Roman benefactor who gifted Athens its most photogenic concert venue.

    10 minAdmission included

  4. Enter through the grand marble gateway as your guide explains festival processions and the symbolism of Nike, victory.

    15 minAdmission included

  5. Hear the myth of Athena vs. Poseidon, see the sacred olive tree, and learn why the Caryatids are among the most copied sculptures in the world.

    20 minAdmission included

  6. The headline act. Decode the Parthenon’s architecture, Persian Wars backstory, and how the building functioned in antiquity. Plenty of time for photos and questions, with your guide pointing out the best angles.

    40 minAdmission included

  7. A short detour to a breathtaking viewpoint over the Ancient Agora, Plaka, and Lycabettus Hill. Your guide will orient you to neighborhoods to explore later. Stay on the hill to explore at your own pace if you wish.

    10 minAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Meeting point
We meet right outside Acropolis Metro Station (Makrigianni/Museum exit - street level).
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 12 travellers
Operated by
Truevoyagers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

How it compares in Athens

  • Its from-price is 77% below the median of the 4134 experiences we list in Athens.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 630 of 4134.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Athens

Athens sets the Acropolis above a sprawling modern capital, where ancient ruins, hillside lanes and long taverna evenings sit side by side.

The Parthenon crowns the Acropolis, flanked by the Erechtheion and its porch of caryatids, and the Acropolis Museum at the foot of the hill displays sculpture found on the rock. Around it, the Ancient Agora, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch and the marble Panathenaic Stadium make the classical city easy to walk through.

Top-ranked sights in Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon, Acropolis Museum.

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