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Tips For Buying Tickets for the Acropolis & Ancient Sites in Athens

The Acropolis in Athens, with its ruins of spectacular temples such as the Parthenon and Erechtheion, is the most  visited attraction in the city. Tickets for the Acropolis include all these temples, and can be bought at the ticket office and online, in advance. Given the popularity of the site I recommend buying tickets in advance . There are various ticket types, including single entry timed tickets  and combination tickets , which include admission to six other archaeological sites. More options include guided tours of the Acropolis, as well as walking tours of Athens that include a stop here. Based on numerous visits since 2014, in this article I set out your options and offer my suggestions and tips .

Jump to: Options at a Glance • Last-Minute • Online/In Advance • Timed-Entry Tickets • Combo Ticket • City Pass • Guided Tours

Thomas Dowson

• Last Checked and/or Updated 28 March 2024
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Tickets for the Acropolis - Your Options at a Glance

There a few different tickets types for the Acropolis, including combination tickets, skip-the-line-tickets, and city passes. Which of these is good for you will depend on a number of factors, what else you want to see in Athens, how much time you have and your budget. Based on my experience of visiting Athens regularly since 2014, I set out your options below with my recommendations. 

For each ticket type, below I list the best suppliers with the best prices, which can depend on how far in advance you are buying, special deals and availability.

► Buy single entry, timed-entry tickets for the Acropolis only, from either Tiqets OR GetYourGuide .

► Buy a Combination Ticket for the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum from either Tiqets OR GetYourGuide .

► Buy a Combined Ticket for the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum and the National Archaeological Museum – skip-the-line entry to three of the must-see archaeology attractions in Athens from GetYourGuide .

► Buy a Combination ticket for the Acropolis and the Six Main Archaeological Sites in Athens from either Tiqets OR GetYourGuide .

► Buy the Combo Ticket for the Acropolis & Ancient Sites and 16 Museums in Athens . This Athens Pass includes the Combo Ticket for the seven main archaeological sites, 16 museums as well as 48 hours on the hop-on-hop-off bus. At €79 this is excellent value if these are the attractions you want to visit. Buy it online from Viator .

Or, continue reading this page for all the information you need in preparation for your visit to the Acropolis in Athens.

These recommendations are based on my personal experience as well as researching the tickets and activities on offer by the following providers: Civitatis , GetYourGuide , Tiqets , Viator and Headout .

An entrance ticket for the Acropolis  includes the Parthenon, the Erechtheion and the remains of other monuments on the hill-top, as well as the North and South Slopes (which includes the Theatre of Dionysus, amongst other features). It does not include admission to the Odeon of Herodes Atticus (but you can get a good view into it from a path running above it), or the Acropolis Museum.

A standard, single-entry timed Acropolis ticket costs  €20 from 1 April to 31 October and €10 from 1 November to 31 March .

Children’s Ticket for the Acropolis: Anyone under 25 from an EU country (this no longer includes the UK) or under 5 from the rest of the world gets free entry throughout the year. During summer (April to October) those who are aged between 5 and 25 and from outside the EU get 50% reduced entry. You will need to show proof of age and address. A number of other people qualify for free or reduced entry. I provide a full list of people who qualify for free or reduced entry to the Acropolis below. For more on taking children to the Acropolis, read my Family-Friendly Tips for the Acropolis .

The ticket can be bought on the day at the ticket offices located at the two entrances to the Acropolis ticket offices, or online, in advance using either the Greek government’s website or reputable ticketing platforms such as GetYourGuide, Tiqets and Viator.

Last-Minute Tickets - Buying Tickets at the Acropolis On the Day

It is possible to buy tickets for the Acropolis at the site itself. There are two entrances to the Acropolis, and at both you can buy tickets. You will be able to purchase a single entry ticket to the Acropolis or a combination ticket.

A ticket to the Acropolis will enable you to see the various monuments on top of the citadel – such as the Parthenon and Erechtheion, and the north and south slopes. A special combination tickets allows you entry to the Acropolis and six other archaeological sites, including Hadrian’s Library, the Roman Agora and the Ancient Agora (full details further below).

There is a third entrance, which is used for visitors with mobility issues that wish to use the lift to get up to the top of the Acropolis. This is located a few metres to the left of the main entrance; you will see the buggies used to take visitors to the lift at the base of the north cliffs. This is also the main exit for the Acropolis.

Buying Acropolis Tickets Today: If you are standing in the ticket queue now, and want to buy an entry ticket for today, the best online option is Tiqets or GetYourGuide .

Opening hours for the Acropolis and other archaeological sites in Athens

During summer (starting 1 April until 31 October) the archaeological sites are open daily from 8:00 am until 19:00 pm. During the winter months  (November to March) between 8:00 am and 17:00 pm.

Where are the tickets offices for the Acropolis?

There are two ticket offices or kiosks at which to purchase entry to the site on the day. The main ticket office is just below the main entrance to the Acropolis, which is at the western end of the hill. You will also find a gift shop here, as well as a shop selling refreshments and snacks.

A smaller ticket kiosk is located at the entrance opposite the entrance to the Acropolis Museum. This is on the south side of the Acropolis near the Theatre of Dionysus. The two entrances are about a ten minute walk from each other. 

Are there long queues to buy tickets and enter the Acropolis?

The photographs above were taken in early October, 2021, at about 10 am. The queues at both entrances continue out of shot. I asked people at the front of both lines how long they had been waiting. The consensus was about 45 to 50 minutes at both. I have seen similar queues in April.  In summer, the height of the tourist season (May to September), you can wait up to two hours in a queue to buy tickets. 

You will probably have read that the south entrance is much quicker. This advice is usually coming from people who visited the Acropolis five or more years ago. In recent years, following this advice, and particularly for busy periods, both queues are about the same. If you go early or late, then the queues will be much shorter, and then I would probably choose the south entrance over the main entrance at the western end of the site.

But as the two entrances are only a ten minute walk from each other, check for yourself which is quicker. 

Note: the queues in the photographs are to purchase tickets. If you have not bought a ticket in advance, either buy a skip-the-line entry ticket on your mobile (a number of people do this at the entrance) or buy a combination ticket at a nearby site (where the queues are negligible or non-existent) and then use that ticket to enter the Acropolis. You will avoid the ticket purchasing queue. 

Buying Tickets Online, In Advance

To get your tickets online, visit Hellenic Heritage (official e-ticketing service of the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports). This is the official website of the Greek government, Archaeology Travel is not associated with them in any way. The website is available in Greek and English – I have provided step-by-step instructions with screenshots for each step at the end of this page.

Due to the price difference between winter (November to March) and summer (April to October), it is only possible to buy tickets for visits in the current period. For example, in February 2024, you are only able to buy tickets for dates until 31 March, not for dates after 1 April  for the rest of 2024. Similarly, on 2 November 2024, you are only able to buy entry tickets for dates until 31 March 2025. This applies to the official website and some of the reputable distributors. The only website I know of that does sell in advance, is GetYourGuide . 

WARNING: Before Purchasing from the official website, Please Note:

From the Terms & Conditions, clause 3.19: “… after the completion of the transaction, it is not possible to change the ticket details, cancel or return the ticket, as well as refund for any reason. Furthermore, the value of tickets that have been lost, stolen, or destroyed is not covered.”

I frequently get emails from our readers saying they made an error in buying their tickets (entered the wrong dates, made a mistake entering their email address are two of the most common errors), or that they wish to change the dates because their travel plans have changed. They emailed the department selling the tickets using the address provided. And the response, if they got one, was an emphatic ‘tough luck, read the Terms & Conditions’. The official providers will not refund tickets bought in error, or make any refunds at all. So that means if your plans change, you can not change your tickets either. So 1) be careful entering the dates/number of tickets you want, and 2) be sure you have the final date.

Also, the readers mentioned above were lucky to get a reply. The inbox frequently fills up, particularly in summer, and so new emails are rejected. These are not scare tactics. Data protection and privacy prevents me showing actual screencaps of these emails I receive. It is a sad truth, buying from the official website is not reliable.

For these reasons, I strongly recommend buying a ticket from our recognised partners (see the ‘timed-entry tickets’ section below). You *can* cancel your purchase up to 24 hours in advance, and get a full refund. How can these vendors get a refund and you can’t? Quite simply, they are taking your reservation, they are buying in bulk and they buy as required on the day. In my opinion, based on the substantial feedback I get from readers, a few Euros extra is worth it.

Which Acropolis Tickets to Buy

Timed-entry tickets for the acropolis.

Buying timed entry tickets for the Acropolis that allow for refunds, changes of plans, errors is possible, and can be done quite easily and safely online. For reliability and security, we recommend our partners GetYourGuide and Tiqets.

A timed-entry ticket + Audio Tour with GetYourGuide is €13 in winter and €24.50 in summer (Available for Winter 2023/4 and Summer 2024 – until 31 October 2024 )

A timed-entry ticket with Tiqets is €12.90 in winter and €22.00 in summer (Available now for Winter 2023/4 – to 31 March 2024)

The difference in the prices reflect the conditions of the tickets: the Tiqets includes free cancellation up to 24 hours before with a full refund, with the option to purchase insurance for the last 24 hours. Whereas if you purchase the GetYourGuide ticket there is no possibility to cancel for a full refund.

These prices, compared to the €10 (winter) €20 (summer) ticket at the gate, which is not skip-the-line, includes a booking fee. And applies only to a single entry ticket to the Acropolis and its North and South Slopes.

Once purchased, confirmation and further instructions are emailed to you immediately.

Please note: you can cancel your booking up to 24 hours in advance and get a full refund (with the Tiqets ticket only). So, if you find you have made a mistake with your dates (this happens – I get emails about it) or your plans change, you can get a full refund as long as you cancel at least 24 hours in advance. There is no refund for such errors or changes of plans if you buy your tickets on the official website. You need to decide whether the time saved and peace of mind is worth the booking fee – only you can make that decision.

Multi-site/combo ticket

Please Note: The Combo ticket is not recommended if you are visiting Athens during the winter months (November to March). It is cheaper to buy the tickets individually. Read on for a full explanation.

If you are also going to be visiting some of the other main archaeology sites in Athens, then I recommend getting yourself a Combination or Special Package Ticket – via Tiqets or GetYourGuide . Prices can vary if one or other supplier is having a special offer, so do check the difference at the time you book.

Holders of the Combo Ticket get one entry to the Acropolis (which includes the Parthenon, the Erechtheion and all the other monuments on the Acropolis) with its North and South Slopes (Odeon of Herodes Atticus and Theatre of Dionysus), as well as six of the other main archaeological sites in Athens: Hadrian’s Library, the Ancient Agora, the Roman Agora, Archaeological Site of Lykeion, Kerameikos and the Olympieion (see further details below). There are also museums in the Ancient Agora, Hadrian’s Library and the Kerameikos cemetery, and these are included in the entrance ticket for these sites.

The combo ticket is valid for five days .

The cost of the combination ticket is €30 per person, all year round, there is no winter discount .

The combination ticket can be purchased at the ticket offices of the participating archaeological sites, online at either the Greek Ministry of Culture’s website .

Buying the combination ticket via Tiqets is €33 as opposed to €30 at the sites or on the Greek Government’s website. There are a few benefits to the Tiqets ticket that do not come with the standard government ticket, which in my view more than makes up for the €3 booking fee.

First, you can reschedule your Tiqets ticket, whereas this is not possible via the Greek government’s website.

Second, once you have completed the purchase on Tiqets, you will receive your ticket via email – straight to your mobile/smartphone. No queues to pick up a paper ticket are required. When you purchase a ticket on the Greek website you will receive a confirmation of your order via email. You are then required to take the ticket to the ticket office (standing in the queues) and get the actual ticket that you then present to enter the sites.

The Greek website is unreliable. Read their Terms and Conditions, if anything goes wrong while purchasing your tickets, you will have to send an email and wait for a reply. The Tiqets website is available in many languages, and you can pay in many currencies and, most importantly, they have very responsive customer services should anything go wrong with your purchase. In my view €3 is a small price to pay for convenience, security and peace of mind.

When demand for tickets is high, anytime from April to September, when you click on the link to Tiqets, you will see that they are sold out. The combination ticket is also available on GetYourGuide and Viator . Although a bit more expensive than Tiqets (hence why it is not top of our list), the Viator ticket does include free cancellation and the GetYourGuide ticket comes with audio guides.

Is the combination/special ticket package always worth it?

The answer to this question depends, as it does with all combination tickets/passes and bundles, on how many sites you want to visit. The Combo Ticket includes SEVEN sites, and is valid for five days. And with this particular ticket package, there is a significant difference between summer and winter prices.

To pay the standard entry to each site included on the Combo Ticket individually would cost €64 during the summer months (1 April to 31 October) . So, for example, visiting the Acropolis (€20) and the Ancient Agora (€10) would cover the cost of the Combo Ticket. As would visiting the Acropolis and any two of the other seven sites included in the scheme.

If you are eligible for a 50% reduction in summer (see the list below below), this only entitles you to a reduction when purchasing a ticket for a single entry at each site. You can not buy the Combo Ticket at a 50% reduction. Paying the reduced entry for each site would cost you €32. So you would only save money with the Combo Ticket (€30) if you visited each of the seven sites (€32).

In the winter months (1 November to 31 March) everyone pays the reduced rate (50% of the standard cost) at each of the seven sites, unless you are entitled to free entry (see the list below). There is no further 50% reduction on the reduced fee for those people who are eligible for the 50% discount during summer. There is no reduction during winter on the price of the Combo Ticket. So the total cost for entry to each of the seven sites during winter is €32 (unless you qualify for free entry). That is only €2 more than the cost of the Combo Ticket. If you only intend to visit three or four sites during a visit in winter, the Special Ticket Package is not worth it. If you visit all but the Archaeological Site of Lykeion, you will break even. If you skip, for example, the Roman Agora you will have paid €2 more than you would have done paying for each site separately.

Which archaeological sites are included in the combo ticket?

ACROPOLIS The sacred rock in the city of modern day Athens is one of the most well known archaeological sites in the World, and the most visited attraction in Athens. For ancient Athenians, it was the most important religious centre. Although occupied since the Neolithic, it was not until the 11th century BC that the Acropolis became the home of the cult of Athena. The monuments we visit today are much more recent, dating to the 5th century when Athens was at the height of its power. There are a number of religious buildings on top of the Acropolis, the most iconic of which is the Parthenon. The other well known structure is the Erechtheion. Single Entry: €20 (reduced €10)

NORTH & SOUTH SLOPES While most visitors to the Acropolis head straight for the top, there is much to see on the Northern and Southern Slopes of the Acropolis. The buildings on the slopes of the Acropolis reflect the religious and cultural importance this area had in Athens during the Archaic and Classical periods. Besides the relatively well preserved Odeon of Herodes Atticus and the Theatre of Dionysus, both slopes have a number of sanctuaries, churches and sacred caves. There are two separate entrances, the two slopes are joined by the Ancient Peripatos Street, so both the north and south slope count as a single site. Entry to the North and South Slopes is included with entry to the Acropolis, ie €20 (reduced €10)

ANCIENT AGORA For Athenians, the Agora was not just a market place where they came daily to buy food and goods, it was also the political and judicial centre of the city. There are remains of many ancient temples, but it is the exceptionally well-preserved Temple of Hephaistos that catches everyone’s eye. The reason it is has survived so well is because it became a church in the 7th century AD. There are great views over the Agora to the Acropolis from the temple. The Entry to the Agora includes entry to the Museum of the Ancient Agora – housed in the restored Stoa of Attalos, which has a vast and impressive collection of artefacts. Single Entry: €10 (reduced €5) Ancient Agora only with audio guide

ROMAN AGORA Not far from the Ancient Agora is the 1st century BC Roman Agora. An inscription on site lists Augustus and Julius Caesar as donors for its construction, don’t miss this on your way in. The agora was a large courtyard surrounded by stoas, shops and other commercial buildings. Just beyond the agora, but within the boundary of the site as it is today are the remains of the public toilets and the octagonal Tower of the Winds, built for astronomical purposes housing a hydraulic clock. The tower has some exquisite carvings that depict the ‘eight winds’. Single Entry: 8€ (reduced €4) Roman Agora only with audio guide

ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE OF KERAMEIKOS On the northwestern fringes of the ancient city of Athens is Kerameikos. As the name suggests this was an area that was once inhabited by potters. But it is also the site of the oldest and largest Attic cemetery. Walls surround an enormous archaeological site that has a wide range of ancient funerary monuments and structures, from a tumulus mound to family tombs and individual columns. On site, and included in the entry fee is the Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos. The museum houses the artefacts recovered from archaeological excavations, and are displayed to show the changing funerary practices in ancient Athens. Single Entry: €8 (reduced €4) Kerameikos only with audio guide

LYKEION During recent rescue excavations the remains of an ancient palaestra were discovered. This was the legendary Gymnasium of Lykeion (Lyceum). Historical sources suggest this area was an idyllic grove, it is best known to us as the location of Aristotle’s school of philosophy. The name comes from the sanctuary of Apollo Lykeios, which was built sometime before the gymnasium. But sadly this temple was not found during the archaeological investigation of this site. For visitors today a surface area of 0.25 hectares (50 x 48 m.) has been exposed, revealing part of the palaestra where athletes trained in wrestling and boxing. Single Entry: €4 (reduced €2)

HADRIAN’S LIBRARY Built in 132 Ad, Hadrian’s Library was a gift from the Roman Emperor Hadrian, hence its name, to the people of Athens. Hadrian was an ardent cultural Hellenophile, and he did much to leave his mark here. Today we enter the site from the west at the imposing Pentelic marble façade, with its monumental Corinthian propylon, or gateway. The library was a rectangular peristyle structure with an interior courtyard, 122 by 82 metres. The ‘library’ where the papyrus books were stored is on the eastern side. A small onsite exhibition room houses a colossal statue of Nike and some other artefacts recovered. Single Entry: €6 (reduced €3)

OLYMPEION The main attraction of the Olympieion is the colossal Temple of Olympian Zeus – one of the largest temples in the ancient world. Despite its size, you can not gaze at this monument through the fence, you have to stand at the foot of these massive columns (16 of the 104 are still standing) to appreciate just how big they are. Beyond the area of the enormous temple are the remains of other urban structures, including a Roman bath house, various residences, a 5th century basilica, and remnants of the city’s fortification wall. Just outside the site, next to one of the busiest streets in Athens is Hadrian’s Arch. Single Entry: €8 (reduced €4) Temple of Olympian Zeus only with audio guide

Athens city passes

There are a couple of city passes available. Full disclosure: I have not tried and tested any of these. But just doing the maths, none of them add up for me. First, most attractions are already quite cheap. Second, and more importantly, you would be hard pushed to do everything, or enough, in the time allotted before you start making a savings.

Because of the 50% reduction in ticket prices during winter for everyone, tourists and residents alike, I would not even consider these passes from 1 November to 31 March.

Combo ticket pass for museums & ancient sites

The athens digital pass from tiqets, guided tours of the acropolis.

For €45 you can buy a ticket for a Guided Tour of the Acropolis online at the GetYourGuide website. This ticket includes timed-entry to the Acropolis and a one and a half hour tour with a local guide.

GetYourGuide has a number of different walking tours to choose from. These vary in length, and what sites are included on the tour. Taking these does give you timed-entry, but entry fees are not always included. The reason being some people might already have a multi-site pass, or be eligible for discounts.

A popular option, suited to those who want a guide of some kind but not a guided tour with a person, is a timed-entry ticket with audio tour. For a small additional cost you can buy a timed-entry ticket that comes with an audio tour of the Acropolis. All you need is your own smartphone, with headphones. You get to avoid any queues, and an audio tour of the Acropolis with supporting information and an interactive map that you can access without requiring an internet connection. This is available for both Android and iOS devices, but only available in English, French and Spanish. Click here for More Information & Further Details >>

By far one of the most popular tickets, and I think the best value and so the tour I recommend for throughout the year is the five hour tour of Athens, the Acropolis and the new Acropolis Museum . For only €84 you get a guided tour (available in English and Spanish) with an actual person, not an audio-guide, of Athens (visiting the Panathinaikos Stadium, the Royal gardens and the former Royal Palace), the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. Entries to both the Acropolis and the museum are included in the price of the tour (€84)! And, this certified walking tour can be booked online at GetYourGuide .

There are over 60 ticket and guided tour options .

Recommended Guided Tours of the Acropolis

Special Offer for Archaeology Travel Readers

Book your Entry Tickets with Guided Tour of the Acropolis  from Tiqets and get a 5% discount . Offer lasts until 10 September 2023 .

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When is the Acropolis Free?

Free entry to the acropolis for all.

During designated Open Days all visitors have free access to all archaeological sites, monuments and museums in Greece . These days are: 6 March (Melina Mercouri Remembrance Day), 18 April (International Monuments Day), 18 May (International Museums Day), the last weekend of September (European Heritage Days), 28 October (Oxi Day), the first Sunday of each month from November 1st to March 31st.

Having read reports and seen photographs of the Acropolis on ‘Free Entry for all’ days, I would not waste my time. There are always a lot of people taking advantage of the free entry. If you are travelling on a budget and taking advantage of the free entry is important, I would go late in the day (or early, but many tour groups go early).

Who qualifies for free/reduced entry?

Certain groups of people are qualify for free entry throughout the year. If this applies to you, ensure you have all the necessary documents that prove you are eligible.

During the summer period (1 April to 31 October) certain groups of people can get a 50% reduction on the entry fee for archaeological sites. The reduction only applies in the summer, during the winter the entry fees are reduced for everyone. The reduction does not apply to the Combo Ticket. Again, be sure to have valid documents and ID to demonstrate you are eligible for such a discount.

► Anyone under 25 years of age from the EU, or under 5 years of age from the rest of the world ► People over 25 years of age enrolled in secondary education in the EU and EEA ► Teachers from within the EU on educational visits for primary, secondary or tertiary education ► Unemployed Greek citizens, or people claiming Social Solidarity Income ► Greek families with three or more children ► Single parent families ► People with disabilities, and their escorts of 80% degree of disability ► Journalists ► Members of the Chamber of Fine Arts of Greece, as well as equivalent bodies of other EU countries ► Tourist guides ► Holders of an ICOM-ICOMOS membership card ► Members of Associations of Friends of Greek Museums and Archaeological Sites ► Official guests of the Greek State ► Refugees ► Greek citizens doing military service ► Greek citizens who are Olympic medal holders

Consult the original list on the website of the Greek Ministry of Culture and Sport .

Reduced entry - 50% in summer

► Anyone aged between 6 and 25 from non-EU countries ► Seniors citizens 65 years and older from Greece and EU Member States and the European Economic Union ► Teachers on visits from primary, secondary and tertiary education institutions ► Parents accompanying visits for primary schools from within the EU and EEA

Please Note: If you are booking online (a step-by-step account is given below) and are eligible for a reduced or free ticket, make this choice while booking your ticket. A voucher will be sent via e-mail. Take this voucher to the ticket office of the site you are visiting, and with proof of eligibility you will be given your ticket. You will be able to join a fast-track line at the ticket office.

Archaeology Travel Writer

Acropolis Tickets & Tours

Greece › Athens › Archaeological Sites › Acropolis Tickets Updated: March 12, 2024 By Santorini Dave

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The Parthenon is the largest and most iconic structure on the Acropolis, and a must-see for any first time visitor to Athens.

Online Tickets: Acropolis & Acropolis Museum • Skip the line ticket for Acropolis (no tour) • Skip the line ticket for Acropolis Museum (no tour) • Athens Pass Combo Ticket (no tour) Tours: Acropolis & Acropolis Museum I highly recommend doing a tour. Your visit will be much more interesting and memorable with a professional guide, and if you have kids they will likely be way more engaged by a professional guide than by their parents. (Sorry.) Also, all tours mentioned here include skip-the-line tickets, which saves time and hassle. • Acropolis Tour (small group) • Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Tour (small group) • Acropolis Tour (private) • Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Tour (private) The view of the Parthenon and Acropolis (my favorite cultural attractions in all of Europe) from the marvelous Acropolis Museum. A guided tour of both the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum is the highlight of a visit to Athens . Acropolis Hours and Information Hours : 8am to 8pm daily in summer, 8am to 5pm daily in winter. Closed January 1, March 25, May 1, (Orthodox) Easter Sunday, December 25-26. Museum Hours : Summer hours are Monday – Thursday 9am to 5pm (last entry 4:30pm), Friday 9am to 10pm (last entry 9:30 pm), Saturday & Sunday 9am to 8pm (last entry 7:30 pm). Open daily in winter months from 9am to 5pm (last entry 4:30 pm). Website : odysseus.culture.gr Location : Central Athens Telephone : +30 210 9238747 Admission Fee : €20 full admission, €10 reduced admission for children age 6-25 with passport verification year-round, and for all tickets from November through March. Children ages 5 and under are admitted free. €30 combo tickets include access to Acropolis, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Hadrians Library, Kerameikos, and Temple of Olympian Zeus. Combo tickets are not offered at reduced fare. Free Entry : March 6 (in memory of Melina Mercouri), April 18 (International Monuments Day), May 18 (International Museums Day), the last weekend of September annually (European Heritage Days), October 28, every first Sunday of the month from November 1st to March 31st. Parking : Street parking, nearby pay lots. Nearest Metro : Acropoli The Acropolis in Athens

The majestic Athens Acropolis

The Acropolis is one of the most recognized sites in the world and an enduring symbol of Ancient Greece. (The Acropolis is a must-see and definitely one of the best things to do in Athens .) The Acropolis Museum is a wonderful complement to the Parthenon and Acropolis. This fantastic and modern archaeological museum is just 15 years old and was built to house every artifact found on the Acropolis and surrounding slopes, from the Greek Bronze Age to Roman and Byzantine Athens. If you’re interested in the museum (and you should be) then I recommend combining visits to both sites by doing the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum guided tour . Entrance to the Acropolis Museum, located about a 10-minute walk from the Parthenon and the key buildings of the Acropolis. The Acropolis is an ancient fortress built in the 5th century BC and sits on a hill above Athens. It’s home to several ancient buildings of historical and architectural significance, the most famous being the Parthenon. Other buildings include the Temple of Erechtheion, the Temple of Athena Nike, and the nearby theatre of Odeon of Herodeion. The word Acropolis is from the Greek words akro, meaning “high, extreme, or edge” and polis, meaning “city”. The term acropolis is generic and there are many other acropolises in Greece. The Acropolis of Athens has the most historical significance so it’s known as “The” Acropolis. The closest metro station to the Acropolis is Akropoli, about 30 meters away from the site’s main entrance. (Though there are still many more stairs up to the top of the hill).

The view of the Acropolis Museum (the large grey modern building just beyond the Theatre of Dionysus) from the Acropolis. It’s a short walk between these two must-see attractions.

Prominent structures on the Athens Acropolis The Parthenon is a marble temple that was dedicated to Athena, goddess of wisdom, arts, literature, and war. Construction of the Parthenon started in 477 BC. It was completed almost 40 years later in 438 BC. Although a little battered, the Parthenon has withstood earthquakes, fire, wars, and explosions throughout centuries. It was partially destroyed in 1687 during the Ottoman-Venetian War, when it was hit by a cannonball that exploded because gunpowder was being stored inside. The ancient main entrance hall to the Acropolis complex, the Propylaea is located on the west side of the hill. It was designed between 437–432 BC by the Athenian architect Mnesicles. The Temple of Athena Nike is on the southwest corner of the Acropolis. It was built around 420 BC. Nike is Greek for “victory”. Athena was worshiped in this form, representing victory in war. The Temple of Erechtheion is on the north side of the Acropolis and is dedicated to Athena and the god Poseidon. It was built around 406 BC. The female figures that support the entablature of the temple are known as Caryatids, from the Greek term for “maidens from Karyai”, an ancient Peloponnese town. The Odeon of Herodeion theatre is located on the Acropolis’ southwest slope. The building was completed in 161 AD, destroyed in 267 AD, and renovated and reconstructed in 1950. Theatrical performances and concerts still take place here.

Athens Acropolis FAQ How much are Acropolis tickets? The price of Acropolis tickets varies by season. From April 1 to October 31 (peak season), a standard ticket costs €20. From November 1 to March 31, a standard ticket costs €10. You can also qualify for a discount, in certain cases. For instance, children between the ages of 6 and 25 who are not from the European Union and people over 65 from the EU and European Economic Area get 50% off their ticket price during peak months. Acropolis tickets are categorized into: • Single-Use (Adults) • Single-Use Reduced (Children under 25 years, university students, and certain others) • Combo The prices of the Acropolis single-use entrance & single-use reduced tickets vary depending on the season you visit. A single-use ticket will grant you admission to Acropolis and its slopes. Listed below are the single-use entrance ticket costs to the Acropolis during the summer and winter seasons: Summer (1st April to 31st October): An entrance ticket to the Acropolis during the summer season costs €20 per adult. For children under the age of 18, students and others (single-use reduced), the cost is €10 per ticket. Winter (1st November to 31st March): An entrance ticket to the Acropolis during the summer season is reduced to €10 per adult. For children under the age of 18, students & others (single-use reduced), the cost is €5 per ticket. If you plan to visit the Acropolis along with the other archaeological sites in Athens, you can purchase a combo (multi-site) ticket for €30, which will grant you access to Acropolis & 6 other sites for a period of five days. A combo ticket will cost you €30, irrespective of the season you visit or ages of the visitors. There are no reduced price combo tickets offered.

This is the eastern entrance to the Acropolis complex, located under the ruins of the Theatre of Dionysus and just a short walk from the Acropolis Museum.

Can you buy tickets to the Acropolis online? Yes, you can buy tickets to the Acropolis online. Just keep in mind that you can’t buy tickets ahead of time for the following season. You can only buy summer tickets from April 1 to October 31, and you can only buy winter tickets from November 1 to March 31. To purchase your tickets, all you need to do is to visit the Hellenic Heritage e-ticket portal . Once there, select “Acropolis and Slopes” and choose the date and time you wish to visit. Single-use and combo tickets are offered. Alternately, you can purchase Acropolis skip-the-line tickets from 3rd parties (like Tiqets) that cost a little more but have a much better user experience and are easier to get refunded should that be necessary. Note : Booking tickets online – through the Hellenic Ministry or otherwise – will only help you avoid the (often very long) ticket-booking line and not the entrance line to the Acropolis. In order to avoid the entrance queue, you’ll have to opt for a guided tour of the Acropolis . What does an Acropolis ticket include? A single-use Acropolis ticket will grant you access to the Acropolis, including the Parthenon, Erechtheion, and other monuments at the top, as well as those on the Acropolis’ North & South Slopes – like the Odeon of Herodeion theatre. A combo ticket will grant you access to the Acropolis & 6 other archaeological sites in Athens, each of them once for a period of five days. What does the Acropolis combo ticket include and how does it work? The Acropolis combo ticket gives you admission into the Acropolis and its slopes, as well as six other archeological sites: the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Library, the Ancient Agora, museums in Ancient Agora, the Roman Agora, Aristotle’s School, and Kerameikos Cemetery. If you get the combination ticket, you can skip the ticket purchasing line for all seven of these sites. The cost of a combo ticket is €30 for both the summer and winter seasons. The combo ticket allows visits to each of the sites once within a 5-days period. Note that all Acropolis tickets are by timed entry , but the other sites can be visited at any time within the five days specified.

On certain days of the year, such as International Monuments and Museums Days and European Heritage Days, admission to the Acropolis is free for everyone.

Can you see the Acropolis for free? Anyone can also visit the Acropolis for free on the following days: March 6 (Melina Mercouri Remembrance Day) April 18 (International Monuments Day) May 18 (International Museums Day) The last weekend of September (European Heritage Days) October 28 Every month’s first Sunday between 1st November & 31st March Children under 5 from any country get in for free at any time, as do kids, teens, and young adults under 25 from EU countries. Is the Acropolis free on Sundays? That depends on the time of year you visit. During the winter (November 1 to March 31), entry to the Acropolis is free on every first Sunday of the month. In the summer months (April 1 to October 30), entrance is not free on first Sundays. Do you need skip the line tickets for Acropolis? We strongly recommend skip-the-line tickets to the Acropolis to save time, energy, and hassle but they are not mandatory. Do I need to buy Acropolis tickets in advance? Buying Acropolis tickets in advance is recommended but it is not mandatory. In-person tickets are for sale near the two entrance gates of the Acropolis. Be prepared for long lines to purchase tickets, however, especially since, as of 2024, there is a cap on how many visitors will be let in to the site every hour. The ticket line at the Acropolis can often be 1 to 2 hours long. I highly recommend buying skip-the-line tickets online and in advance. Where can I buy Acropolis tickets? Tickets can be purchased online, from either the Hellenic Heritage e-ticket portal or third-party sites ( skip-the-line tickets are recommended), or you can go to the entrance gates and purchase the tickets from the ticket counter. Acropolis tours will also include Acropolis tickets. Whatever option you choose, it’s advisable to purchase the tickets online; the Acropolis ticket-office queue is often quite long, with a wait of 1-2 hours until you get your hands on the ticket. Is the Acropolis Museum worth it? Yes, the Acropolis Museum is definitely worth a visit. It’s one of the best museums in Greece and deserves at least two hours to tour – though history lovers could easily spend the better part of a day inside. The Acropolis and Acropolis Museum Tour (with skip-the-line tickets) is an easy and efficient way to see both attractions.

The excellent Acropolis Museum not only contains priceless treasures and artifacts from the Acropolis and its slopes, but it is also an archaeological site itself. It was built atop columns over of the ruins of an ancient Athenian neighborhood, which is now open for visitors to explore.

What should I wear to the Acropolis? There aren’t any restrictions on clothing for visiting the Acropolis. You can wear anything you like. Though there is no strict dress code, it’s best to use common sense. A climb up the hill during the hot summer months makes light, casual clothes a better choice than heavier or more formal wear. There is little vegetation in the area and lots of marble, so a midday visit can be bright and often hot. As for footwear, flip-flops are not allowed. Choose comfortable shoes with good tread, because the steps are made of marble and can be slippery, and much of the ground at the top is covered in uneven stones. The Acropolis is an important historic and cultural site for Greeks so while shorts and tank tops are fine, showing good taste and some modesty is always recommended. How difficult is it to climb the Acropolis? The Acropolis sits on a hilltop high above the city of Athens, so you’re going to have to climb a bit to make it to the top. The walk to the top can take up to 15 minutes and involves a fairly steep incline. But the paths are wide and well maintained and there are plenty of spaces to pull to the side, catch your breath, and enjoy the views. Water and snacks are available for purchase at the top near the ticket kiosks but there are no snack shops after you enter the ticketed gates. How many steps up the Acropolis? The uphill route to the Acropolis consists of several sets of steps. The Acropolis is 150 m (500 ft.) above sea level and 70 m. (230 ft.) above the surrounding neighborhoods from which you will climb. You can expect to climb the equivalent of 200 steps to reach the entrance.

The marble stairs up to the Acropolis are uneven and can be slippery. Sturdy shoes are recommended.

Is the Acropolis Handicapped-Accessible? Yes. There is a new (as of 2020) elevator for wheelchair users and people with disabilities located about 350 meters from Acropolis’ main entrance on the west side of the hill. Atop the Acropolis, new specially designed concrete paths allow wheelchair users and mobility-impaired visitors to access the Parthenon and other main structures. Handicapped-accessible restrooms can be found at both the foot and the top of Acropolis Hill. Entrance to the Acropolis is free for people with disabilities. If the disability is not apparent, it’s a good idea to carry a physician’s note for verification. What’s the difference between the Acropolis and the Parthenon? The Acropolis is the name of the hill overlooking Athens on which numerous ancient monuments sit. The most recognizable building at the top of the hill is a temple called the Parthenon. The Ancient Greeks dedicated the Parthenon to the goddess Athena, who was viewed by the people of Athens as their patron. What buildings are at the Acropolis? The Acropolis is home to the following ancient buildings: The Parthenon The Propylaea The Erechtheion The Temple of Athena Nike The Old Temple of Athena The Pandrosion The Arrephorion The Chalkotheke The Brauroneion The Sanctuary of Zeus Polieus The Pandion Sanctuary Other sites on the hill and on the North and South slopes of the Acropolis include: The Theatre of Dionysus The Odeon of Herodes Atticus (also called Herodeion or Herodion) The Peripatos (the ancient pathway that encircles the Akropolis)

The Erechtheion Temple

Are there descriptions written in front of each building? Unlike at a well-appointed museum that might have elaborate descriptions for each painting, you won’t interpretive placards, descriptions, or markings in front of most Acropolis buildings. In fact, the only building at the Acropolis with an extensive description provided to orient site visitors is the Propylaea, the complex’s monumental entrance gate. That’s one of a few good reasons we suggest opting for an Acropolis guided tour . Can you walk up to or inside the Parthenon? The Parthenon is an ancient temple that has braved the elements for centuries. As such, visitors are forbidden from walking onto the Parthenon itself to prevent further damage or erosion. Many visitors do like to see the Parthenon from all angles, so they walk around the entire circumference of the temple for a better, longer look. What is the best time to visit Acropolis? The Acropolis is one of the most famous landmarks in Athens and is prone to large crowds and lines, especially during the peak season (June-August). The busiest time is usually between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM. If you want to avoid the largest crowds, book tickets in advance and arrive at the Acropolis entrance at 7:45 AM, 15 minutes prior to the opening time (8:00 AM). This should allow you a few hours to explore before the busy midday period. Crowds should start to thin around 3:00 PM making the late afternoon and early evening another good time to visit. Your options are more flexible in the quieter wintertime season, though you’ll still find less traffic early in the morning and later in the day.

Visiting the Acropolis in the early morning or evening is recommended to avoid both the thickest tourist crowds and the midday heat.

Can you visit the Acropolis at night? You cannot visit the Acropolis at night and for good reason: The steepness of the hill combined with darkness would create a major safety hazard, as would the uneven ground and loose stones at the top. The good news is that if you want to see the Acropolis at night, you can see it from anywhere in the city center because it’s lit up after the sun sets. How long should you spend at the Acropolis? If you’re counting the walk up the hill and back down again, budget 40 minutes for the round-trip walk. As for the time you’ll spend at the Acropolis itself, that depends on your sightseeing tendencies. If you just want to do a quick walk-through to say you’ve visited, you can see the Parthenon and other major sites on the hill in about an hour. A more thorough visit with moments of reflection, photos, reading from a guide book, or listening to an audio guide could easily fill two hours or more. Do you need a tour guide for the Acropolis? It’s not an absolute need by any means. Many people choose to walk around the hill on their own, taking in the sites. You can always use a guide book, audioguide, or scroll around on your smartphone to read about the key features of the Acropolis. That said, a good guide can certainly make the experience much richer and more memorable. If you traveled thousands of miles and spent thousands of dollars to visit Athens, a little more added expense for a good guide will be worth it. This is the guided tour of the Acropolis that I recommend. Video of the Acropolis This is a wonderful video on the history of the Acropolis and ancient Athens. Watch it twice. Once, before your trip and again the night before you visit the Acropolis when in Athens. There’s more great historical info from the Khan Academy here .

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How To Visit the Acropolis in 2024: Tickets, Hours, Tours, and More

Eleni Gimouki Last Updated: September 26, 2023

Every year, millions of people visit this ancient site in Athens. It has one of the most recognizable temples in the world. But did you know there’s much more to see at the Acropolis than just the Parthenon? In this guide, find out what you need to know about how to visit the Acropolis from getting tickets to the best guided tours, what to see at the Acropolis, and more.

Pro Tip: Planning what to do on your trip to Athens? Bookmark this post in your browser so you can easily find it when you’re in the city. Check out our guide to Athens for more planning resources, our top Athens tours for a memorable trip, top things to do in Athens , and The Best Athens Tours to Take and Why.

Visiting the Acropolis: What We’ll Cover

The site of the Acropolis has been inhabited since as far back as 5000 B.C. and it’s still largely intact to this day. While you may easily recognize the Parthenon, there’s far more to see at the Acropolis than this iconic temple.

The area included in most Acropolis admissions covers quite a bit of ground on this hilltop site with some tickets even including ruins like the Ancient Agora, Hadrian’s Library, museums, and much more in Athens. It can be overwhelming figuring out how best to see the Acropolis let alone understanding the long history and rich mythology of the site.

We highly recommend visiting megamonuments like this with expert local guides. Not only will they help you navigate the site and its history but, more importantly, they take care of the details so you can just enjoy your time at one of the most important ancient sites in the world. Check out our Acropolis tours .

We’ve put together this guide to help you prepare for your visit. Here’s everything you need to know about how to visit the Acropolis in Athens. Here’s what we’ll cover:

• Opening hours and tickets
• How much time to budget for your visit
• What to see at the Acropolis
• Guided tour options
• Facts and history of the Acropolis
• Places to eat nearby

Not ready to book a tour? Check out our  Acropolis Guide or The Best Athens Tours to Take and Why .

Acropolis Opening Hours and Tickets

Opening Hours:

The Acropolis is open almost every day of the year from 8 am to 7:30 pm in the summer (last entrance at 7 pm) and 8 am to 5 pm in the winter (last entrance at 4:30 pm). Closing hours are subject to change, particularly in September and October, so be sure to check the official website for updated info.

There are several days that the Acropolis archaeological site is closed: January 1, March 25, May 1, Easter Sunday, December 25 and 26.

Pro Tip:  If you can, try to visit the Acropolis either in the morning or in the evening when the weather isn’t quite as hot. The added benefit of visiting early in the morning is that it will be less busy.

• Adult Single Use ticket: €10 (valid for one admission to the Acropolis archaeological site and the slopes)
• Adult Combined ticket: €30 (valid for one admission to each site included over a five-day period)

The Combined ticket is valid for one admission to each of the following sites the Acropolis of Athens, Ancient Agora of Athens, Ancient Agora of Athens Museum, Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos, Hadrian’s Library, Kerameikos, Lykeion Archaeological Site, North slope of the Acropolis, Olympieio, Roman Agora of Athens, and South Slope of Acropolis.

Finally, there are also some free admission days:

• 6 March (in memory of Melina Mercouri)
• 18 April (International Monuments Day)
• 18 May (International Museums Day)
• The last weekend of September annually (European Heritage Days)
• Every first Sunday from November 1st to March 31st

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How Long To Spend at the Acropolis

Short Answer: 2 hours

When you visit the Acropolis, you’re not only going to see the Parthenon. On Acropolis Hill, you’ll find some of the most important monuments of Ancient Greece. Each one of them has its own history and architecture. So, try to spend some time admiring the details of each monument—you’ll certainly be impressed.

Pro Tip: Every time I visit the Acropolis, it seems different to me. I always feel that there’s something new and exciting to discover about it. With every visit, I see it from a different point of view. Two hours is enough for a first visit to the Acropolis site, but no doubt you’ll want to come again.

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Towering above the modern city of Athens, explore the ancient forum home to the relics of Classical Greece. From the world’s oldest theatre to the iconic Parthenon, the Acropolis is a beacon of civilization and philosophy. Head back in time to the time of Plato and Socrates on this Skip-the-Line tour.

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Athens Local Food Tour in Monastiraki

Explore the gastronomic world of Athens through the city’s central market. Enjoy homemade pastries, authentic wines, cheeses, honey-soaked donuts, and much more. Your local guide will lead you through the best spots in the lively Monastiraki neighborhood for a delicious experience in Athens.

Starting at €68

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What To See at the Acropolis

The archeological site of the Acropolis has a lot for visitors to see. Here is a short list of the must-see monuments at the Acropolis. For a more detailed list with descriptions, images, and some historical context, check out our article on the top things to see at the Acropolis .

• Temple of Athena Nike
• Erechtheion
• Odeon of Herodes Atticus
• Statue of Athena Promachos
• Sanctuary of Asclepius
• Theater of Dionysus
• Conservatory of Pericles
• Altar of Athena

Acropolis Tour Options

The Acropolis is a massive archeological site with a long, rich history and incredible mythology. Navigating both the physical site and its place in history can be overwhelming.

A guided tour of the Acropolis is so much more than skipping the lines. Your expert local guide will take you on an exploration through space and time in one of the most important places of Ancient Greece.

Skip-the-Line Acropolis Tour with Parthenon and Museum (4 hours)

On our skip-the-line Acropolis tour, you’ll spend half a day walking in the footsteps of Plato and Socrates with an expert archaeologist guide. They’ll guide you on an exploration of the Acropolis, Parthenon, Theater of Dionysus, Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Temple of Athena, Nike, and other great monuments.

The major benefit of going with a guide is the stories you’ll hear about this ancient place. It’s one thing to see these sites, it’s another to see them knowing the historical context, the importance they played in history, and the changes and upheaval they endured. To end your tour, you’ll visit the Acropolis Museum where you can look through the glass to see the ancient ruins and buildings it was built over.

Not ready to book a tour? Check out our  Acropolis Guide for more resources plus our Best Athens Tours to Take and Why .

Facts and History of the Acropolis

The Acropolis is an ancient site with a great deal of interesting history. Here are some quick points, but read our in-depth article to discover more astounding facts about the Acropolis .

• The name “Acropolis” actually means the “edge of the city” (in Greek “akro=edge + polis=city”).
• The Parthenon was built in the 5th century B.C. and is a monument-symbol of democracy.
• During the Byzantine era, it was converted into a Christian church. Under Frankish rule, it became a catholic church. During the Turkish occupation, it was converted into a mosque.
• The monuments have survived fires, earthquakes, invasions, wars, and conquerors all these years.
• Lord Elgin removed many important parts of the Acropolis monuments in 1801.
• In 1987, the Acropolis was inscribed in the UNESCO catalogue.
• The process of restoration of the Parthenon Temple, as well as the other monuments of the Acropolis, began in 1975.

Places To Eat Nearby

There are lots of restaurants and cafés near the Acropolis. Here are a few of our favorites. For more great places to eat, check out our guide to the best restaurants in Athens .

Kitchen Lab Corner : €€ | Coffee Shop —A tasty option for your breakfast or brunch before visiting the Acropolis. Especially your children will certainly love it.

Bairaktaris : € | Traditional Greek Cuisine —After this tour, it is a great choice to try some traditional Greek souvlaki, especially as lunch.

GB Roof Garden Restaurant And Bar : €€€€ | Fine Dining —Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine in the rooftop restaurant of this hotel with great views of the Acropolis.

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Tickets for the Acropolis, Athens – Updated Guide for 2024

Tickets for the Acropolis Athens for every visitor to Athens who desires to ascend the Acropolis . Do you want to pay 1/3 the price for tickets for the Acropolis to see all the sights of Athens?

Book Tickets for the Acropolis or “Akropolis”

Get a jumpstart on your day with a combo ticket to the Acropolis , Temple of Zeus, and the Museum of the Ancient Olympic Games.

This article details your choices, from the official website of the Greek government to the various ticket types provided by legal ticket and tour providers.

Acropolis Tickets price  in 2024

This page’s information was last checked and/or modified on April 17, 2024

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The incredible citadel in the heart of the Greek capital is surrounded by the ruins of magnificent temples. The most famous of which is the Parthenon.

Additionally, there are skip-the-line tickets and some guided walking tours available.

A regular ticket costs €20 from 1 April to 31 October. A regular ticket costs €10 from 1 November to 31 March.

The Acropolis entrance fee includes entry to the ancient citadel. Which includes the Parthenon and Erechtheion, among other monuments), as well as the North and South Slopes.

Which includes the Theatre of Dionysus, among other features, and a view into Herodes Atticus’ Odeon ).

However, there is more to purchasing a ticket than simply knowing the price.

To begin, some individuals are eligible for reductions. Additionally, a variety of ticket types are available: combination tickets , skip-the-line tickets , and city passes.

Which of these is the best option for you is dependent on a variety of factors. Include your budget, the amount of time you have, and additional sights you wish to see in Athens.

Suggestions and Tips for Acropolis Admission – Book Your Tickets for 2024

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Acropolis tickets based on my experience of visiting Athens regularly since April 17, 2024

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Αcropolis Entry Fee and Standard Tickets for the Acropolis

Starting April 1, 2024, the entry fee for the Acropolis in Athens will be set at 30 euros.

This change is part of a wider revision of ticket prices across Greek archaeological sites and museums. The aim is to simplify the ticketing system. Prices will reflect the visitor numbers at each site.

Here’s a summary of the new pricing structure:

The Acropolis of Athens: 30 euros

Archaeological sites and museums with over 200,000 visitors: 20 euros

Sites with 75,000-200,000 visitors: 15 euros

Sites with 15,000-75,000 visitors: 10 euros

Sites with fewer than 15,000 visitors: 5 euros

This uniform fee replaces the previous seasonal pricing system.

Visitors should note these changes, especially if they plan to visit the Acropolis .

The increased fee aligns Greek ticket prices with European standards.

It also contributes to preserving and maintaining these historical sites.

The Acropolis is a significant and enriching experience for tourists.

It offers insight into ancient Greek civilization.

The price change may affect travel budgets. However, the historical and cultural value of the Acropolis continues to make it a top destination.

For ticket prices and alternatives, visit official websites or trusted third-party retailers. This includes skip-the-line tickets.

Standard Tickets and Acropolis Ticket Offices

A standard ticket  can be bought on the day at either of the two Acropolis ticket offices  or online in advance.

Some people qualify for free entry or reductions, at the end of this page you will find a full list of people who qualify for free or reduced entry to the Acropolis .

All visitors to Greece have free access to all archaeological sites , monuments, and museums on designated Open Days.

These are the following dates for free access to all archaeological sites :

6 March (Melina Mercouri Remembrance Day)

18 April (International Monuments Day)

18 May (International Museums Day)

The Last Weekend of September (European Heritage Days)

28 October (Oxi Day)

First Sunday of each month from November 1st to March 31st.

Mark your calendar for these dates to enjoy free entry on the FIRST SUNDAY of each month, spanning from November 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024:

November 5, 2023

December 3, 2023

January 7, 2024

February 4, 2024

March 3, 2024

Expanding the offer, here are the dates for complimentary admission on both the FIRST and THIRD Sundays of each month, from November 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025:

November 3, 2024 (First Sunday)

November 17, 2024 (Third Sunday)

December 1, 2024 (First Sunday)

December 15, 2024 (Third Sunday)

January 5, 2025 (First Sunday)

January 19, 2025 (Third Sunday)

February 2, 2025 (First Sunday)

February 16, 2025 (Third Sunday)

March 2, 2025 (First Sunday)

March 16, 2025 (Third Sunday)

In November 2024 to March 2025, the first and third Sunday of each month will be open for free visits to archaeological sites. This is according to new legislation.

For these free entry days at archaeological sites, you can’t book reservations online. Your best bet is to arrive early and join the many other visitors.

If you’re planning a visit to the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum, here are their detailed operating hours:

Acropolis of Athens:

Monday to Thursday: 09:00 – 17:00

Friday: 09:00 – 22:00

Saturday and Sunday: 09:00 – 20:00

Acropolis Archaeological Museum:

Hundreds of other hopefuls

There is no way to reserve a spot online – you simply turn up alongside hundreds of other hopefuls.

Welcome Greece Tip:

There are still a large number of people who take advantage of the free admission.

If you’re traveling on a budget and making the most of the free entry is critical, I recommend visiting late in the day (or early, but many tour groups go early).

Acropolis and Other Archaeological Sites Hours of Operation

The archaeological sites are available daily from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.  during the summer months (beginning 1 April).

Between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.  during the winter months.

Where will I find tickets for the Acropolis Athens and Acropolis ticket offices?

If you did not purchase a ticket in advance, online, and are willing to take your chances, you must purchase a ticket at the site ticket kiosks.

The Acropolis ‘ main ticket office is located underneath the Acropolis ‘ main entrance.

During the winter months, queues at the Acropolis are minimal, at busier times and on weekends, you can expect to wait no more than 20 to 30 minutes.

Summer is a different story, so follow these guidelines if you want to stop the 2-hour+ lines.

You can also buy the exclusive package ticket here. However, keep in mind that the special ticket is also available at each of the participating archaeology sites ‘ entrances.

So, if you want to avoid the long lines at the Acropolis ticket office during the summer, go to one of the other places mentioned below (there are never long queues at these sites).

If you wish to learn more about purchasing tickets from the official state website , please click on the link below.

This will provide you with detailed information and guidance to facilitate your ticket-buying process, ensuring a smooth and secure transaction.

Before Purchasing from the official website of the Greek government Please Note

Acropolis special ticket

If you purchase the special ticket there, you will pay the same amount, namely €30.

You will then be able to access the site and visit the Acropolis whenever it is convenient for you, without having to wait in line.

The multi-site ticket is valid for five days after purchase.

There is also a ticket kiosk near the entrance, near the Dionysus Theatre. Queues here are usually shorter than those at the main entrance.

May I purchase an Acropolis ticket online in advance?

Yes, since 2018, it has been possible to purchase Acropolis tickets online , either as a single entry ticket or as a multisite/combination ticket (outlined below).

However, please keep in mind that purchasing a single entry or c ombination ticket online only allows you to stop having to queue for tickets at the ticket office .

You will not be able to reach the Acropolis without having to wait in line.

You can stop the line by purchasing a skip-the-line ticket or taking a guided tour.

Purchasing your tickets online does not grant you any special benefits, you must reach the platform in the same line as anyone else.

To Purchase your Tickets online

Go to the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports’ official e-ticketing service .

This is the official website of the Greek government. Welcome-greece.gr is in no way affiliated with them.

The site is in both Greek and English. At the bottom of this page, I’ve included step-by-step directions with screenshots.

Those who want to prepare ahead will face disappointment. They cannot buy tickets for the upcoming season online.

For example, in January, it is not possible to purchase June tickets online via the official website.

This will have to wait until April 1st. This is due to the Acropolis ticket price gap between winter and summer fares.

Similarly, in August, tickets are only available until the end of October.

If you want to buy a ticket for a winter trip, you’ll have to try again on November 1st , when ticket prices change.

This is another reason why we suggest purchasing tickets through our GetYourGuide partners – you can reserve your seats ahead of time.

Please Read Before Purchasing Everyone could be forgiven for believing that purchasing from the ‘official website’ would be secure. FALSE!

I regularly receive emails from readers who claim they made a mistake while purchasing their tickets (entered the wrong dates) or that they need to update the dates because their travel plans have changed.

They wrote to the department in charge of selling the tickets . And the response was unequivocal – ‘tough luck, read the Terms & Conditions’ .

Official providers would not provide refunds for tickets purchased in error, or any refunds at all. As a result, if your plans change, you will be unable to change your fares. So,

  Enter the dates /number of tickets carefully, and

 Ensure you have the final date.

Extremely Fortunate

Also, the readers listed above were extremely fortunate to receive a response. Since the inbox is constantly overflowing, new emails are declined.

This is not a scare tactic. Because of data security and privacy concerns, I am unable to reveal the actual screencaps of the emails I receive. It is a sad fact that purchasing from the official website is untrustworthy.

For these reasons, I strongly advise purchasing a ticket from one of our trusted partners on the GetYourGuide website (see the ‘Skip-the-Line’ section below).

You can cancel your order up to 24 hours ahead of time and receive a full refund.

How come these vendors can get a refund but you can’t?

Simply put, they accept your reservation, buy in bulk, and purchase as required on the day. Based on the positive reviews I’ve received from readers, I believe that a few Euros extra is well worth it.

If you are certain of your dates and are cautious, a step-by-step guide to help you through the process, from the Greek language landing page to the final page in the process, can be found at the bottom of this page.

Is there a long line at the Acropolis ?

Queues at both Acropolis entrances can be lengthy – and not only in the summer.

You can avoid the lines at the Acropolis ‘ two entrances by taking a guided tour or purchasing a skip-the-line ticket. These are legally available to third-party service providers.

Skip-the-Line Tickets for the Acropolis

Buying genuine Skip-the-Line Tickets for the Acropolis is possible, and can be done quite easily and safely online.

For reliability and security, we recommend our partners GetYourGuide and Tiqets.

A skip-the-line ticket with GetYourGuide is €25 Click HERE <-

Skip-the-line ticket with Tiqets is €22.90 Click HERE <-

The difference in the prices reflects the conditions of the tickets: the GetYourGuide ticket includes free cancellation up to 24 hours before with a full refund.

Whereas if you purchase the Tiqets ticket you do not get a refund unless you pay an extra €2.75 non-refundable fee up front.

Also, keep in mind that no guided tour is included. There is no audio tour. There is nothing. Just an easy, regular-priced, skip-the-line fare.

In comparison to the €20 non- skip-the-line ticket at the entrance, these rates include a booking fee.

And only refers to a single admission pass to the Acropolis and its North and South Slopes.

When you make an order

When you make an order, you will receive an email with confirmation and additional instructions.

If you buy your tickets from GetYourGuide , you must swap your voucher for a ticket*.

If you buy your ticket via Tiqets , the ticket is emailed to you, you then print it out or download it to your mobile device and present it at the Acropolis entrance , following the fast track lines.

*To obtain your ticket, visit the Key Tours office , which is located at 26 Athanasiou Diakou Lane , next to the Royal Olympic Hotel.

The Acropolis Metro Station is about a three-minute walk away . You will be issued your ticket here and will not be charged any additional booking fees.

Then proceed to the South Entrance of the Acropolis (Dionysus Theatre) , which is just 400 meters away , and avoid the lines.

Please keep in mind that, in addition to avoiding waiting in line, you can cancel this booking up to 24 hours in advance and receive a full refund.

So, if you discover you made a date mistake (this happens – I get emails about it) or your plans change, you can get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours in advance.

If you purchase your tickets from the official website , there is no refund for such mistakes or changes in plans.

Only you can decide if the time saved and peace of mind are worth the booking price.

Tickets for the Acropolis for multiple locations/combinations

If you plan on visiting any of Athens’ other major archaeology sites, I suggest purchasing a Combined or Special Package Ticket.

This is an ‘official’ ticket in the sense that it is manufactured and sold by the Greek Ministry of Culture, which is in charge of these locations.

As a result, the ticket can only be purchased at the entrance to each participating site or on the Ministry of Culture and Sports website (link below).

Having a multisite/ Combo ticket online ONLY allows you to bypass the line at the Ticket Office , not the lines at the Acropolis ‘ two entrances.

The combination ticket costs €30 per person all year, there is no winter discount.

Is it still worthwhile to purchase a combination/special ticket package?

The response to this question, as with all combination tickets /passes and packages, is dependent on how many places you want to visit.

The Acropolis Combo Ticket is valid for five days and includes SEVEN places. There is a major price gap between summer and winter prices for this particular ticket bundle.

During the summer, paying the regular entry fee to each of the sites included on the Combo Ticket will cost €64.

(1 April to 31 October). Visiting the Acropolis (€20) and the Ancient Agora (€10) , for example, will cover the expense of the Combo Ticket.

Visiting the Acropolis and any two of the other seven sites included in the scheme will also be worthwhile.

If you are eligible for a 50% discount in the summer (see the list below) , this only applies when buying a ticket for a single entry at each venue.

The Combo Ticket cannot be purchased at a 50% discount. It will cost €32 to pay the reduced entry fee for each site.

So the Combo Ticket (€30) will only save you money if you visit all seven places (€32).

50 percent of the Regular Cost

Everyone pays the reduced rate (50 percent of the regular cost) at each of the seven sites during the winter months (1 November to 31 March), unless you are entitled to free entry (see the list below).

There is no additional 50% discount on the reduced fee for those who are eligible for the 50% discount during the summer.

Over the winter, there is no price cut for the Combo Ticket. As a result, the average cost of admission to each of the seven sites during the winter is €32.

(unless you qualify for free entry). That is just €2 more than the Combo Ticket price.

If you just plan on visiting three or four places during your winter visit, the Special Ticket Package is not worth it.

You will break even if you visit all but the Archaeological Site of Lykeion.

If you miss the Roman Agora , for example, you would have paid €2 more than if you had paid for each location separately.

Entrance to Acropolis Athens

The main entrance to the Acropolis is near the Acropolis metro station. It’s on the red line of the Athens metro system.

This station provides convenient access to the site. Visitors usually walk from the station to the Acropolis entrance.

There, they can explore many significant ancient structures, including the famous Parthenon. It’s recommended to buy tickets online in advance.

They are also available at the site. The Acropolis offers a unique glimpse into ancient Greek history and culture. It also provides stunning views of the city of Athens.

Which sites does the Combo Ticket include? The Acropolis

The holiest rock in modern-day Athens is one of the most famous archaeological sites. It is the city’s top attraction.

It was the most important worship center for ancient Athenians.

People lived there since the Neolithic. But, it was not until the 11th century BC that the Acropolis became the center of the Athena cult.

The monuments we see today are much more recent, dating from the 5th century, when Athens was at its most strong.

On top of the Acropolis , there are many religious structures. The most famous is the Parthenon.

The Erechtheion is another well-known structure. Single Admission: €20 (reduced by €10)

How to Get to the Acropolis

To get to the Acropolis in Athens, you have several options:

By Metro: The easiest way is to take the metro. Use the red line (Line 2) and get off at the “Acropoli” station. The station is very close to the site.

By Bus: Various buses stop near the Acropolis . You can check the local bus routes for the one that best suits your starting location.

Walking: If you’re staying in central Athens, the Acropolis is within walking distance of many central locations, such as Syntagma or Monastiraki squares.

Taxi: You can also take a taxi directly to the Acropolis . This is a convenient option if you’re coming from a place not well-served by public transport.

Remember to check the latest transportation schedules and routes for any updates or changes before your trip

What Does the Acropolis Pass Include and How Do You Use It?

The Acropolis Pass is a great ticket for tourists in Athens. It lets you see the Acropolis and other historic sites.

You buy it once and use it to enter many places. It’s like a key to the city’s ancient treasures!

You can buy the Acropolis Pass online or at the sites. Online is easier and can have extra perks.

Sites included are famous spots like the Ancient Agora. This pass saves you money and time in queues.

The pass is also flexible. Some offer skip-the-line options, a big help in busy seasons.

There are different types of passes. Some include just the Acropolis . Others cover more sites. Check what each pass offers before buying.

Remember, the Acropolis and other sites are part of history. They show us how ancient Greeks lived.

The Acropolis itself is a famous hill with old temples. It’s a must-see in Athens.

In short, the Acropolis Pass is your ticket to exploring Greek history. It’s handy, saves money, and lets you see more.

Just choose the right pass for you and enjoy your trip!

For more on the Acropolis Pass, look up official tourism sites or trusted travel platforms. They have the latest info and prices​

Slopes to the North and South

While most visitors to the Acropolis head straight for the summit, the Northern and Southern Slopes of the Acropolis have a lot to offer as well.

The structures on the Acropolis ‘ slopes show the importance of the region. They show its religion and culture in Athens. This was during the Archaic and Classical periods.

Both slopes have many sanctuaries, temples, and holy caves. They also have the well-preserved Odeon of Herodes Atticus. They also have the Theatre of Dionysus.

The Ancient Peripatos Street connects the two slopes. So, the north and south slopes count as a single location.

Admission to the Acropolis includes both the North and South Slopes. It costs €20 (or €10 for reduced admission).

Agora Antiqua

The Agora was not only a marketplace where Athenians came every day to buy food and goods.

it was also the city’s political and judicial center.

Many ancient temples have remnants. But, the Temple of Hephaistos is well-preserved and draws attention.

Since its conversion into a church in the 7th century AD, it has survived very well. From the temple, you can see the Agora and the Acropolis .

The Agora entry fee includes admission to the Museum of the Ancient Agora. They keep the large collection of artifacts in the restored Stoa of Attalos.

Single Admission: €10 (reduced €5)

Tickets for the Acropolis – The Agora Romana

The Roman Agora from the first century BC is not far from the Ancient Agora.

Don’t miss the inscription on the site that mentions Augustus and Julius Caesar as donors for its building.

The agora consisted of a wide courtyard surrounded by stoas, restaurants , and other commercial structures.

The remains of the public toilets and the octagonal Tower of the Winds , constructed for astronomical purposes and housing a hydraulic clock , are just outside the agora but within the site’s current boundary.

The tower has some beautiful carvings depicting the “eight winds.” Single Admission: 8€ (reduced €4)

Kerameikos Archaeological Site and Museum

Kerameikos is located on the northern outskirts of the ancient city of Athens.

As the name implies, this was once a potter’s enclave. However, it is also the location of the oldest and largest Attic cemetery.

Walls encircle a vast archaeological site containing a variety of ancient funerary monuments and buildings, ranging from a tumulus mound to family tombs and individual columns.

The Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos is on-site and included in the admission price.

The museum houses artifacts discovered during archaeological excavations and displays them to demonstrate the changing funerary traditions in ancient Athens.

Single admission: €8 (reduced by €4)

Lykeion is a form of lykeion.

During recent rescue excavations, archaeologists found the ruins of an ancient palaestra.

This was the famed Lykeion Gymnasium (Lyceum).

We best know this field as the site of Aristotle’s school. We know this from historical sources.

The name comes from the Apollo Lykeios sanctuary. They built it before the gymnasium.

During the archaeological excavation of the site, the temple was not found.

A surface area of 0.25 hectares (50 x 48 m.) Today, tourists have seen it. It reveals part of the palaestra where athletes practiced wrestling and boxing.

€4 (reduced €2) for a single entry

Hadrian’s Library is a library in Rome.

They founded Hadrian’s Library in 132 AD. It was a gift to the citizens of Athens from the Roman Emperor Hadrian. That’s why it’s called “Hadrian’s”.

Hadrian was a fervent cultural Hellenophile who did much to leave his imprint on the city.

Today, we reach the site from the west. We come via the imposing Pentelic marble façade. It has a massive Corinthian propylon or gateway.

The library was a 122-by-82-meter rectangular peristyle building with an interior courtyard.

The eastern side is where the ‘library’ keeps the papyrus books.

A colossal statue of Nike and other recovered artifacts is in a small onsite exhibition. €6 (reduced €3) for a single entry

Tickets for the Acropolis – Olympian

The Temple of Olympian Zeus is monumental. It’s one of the largest temples in the ancient world. It’s the main attraction of the Olympian.

Despite its scale, you cannot view this monument through the fence.

Instead, you must stand at the foot of these huge columns. Sixteen of the 104 are still standing. Then, you will understand their size.

Other urban buildings, such as a Roman bath house and many houses, are also there. So is a 5th-century basilica and parts of the city’s wall. They are outside the area of the enormous temple.

Hadrian’s Arch is located just outside the site, next to one of Athens’ busiest streets.

Tickets for the Acropolis – The Acropolis and the Museum of the Acropolis

It makes a lot of sense to visit both the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum.

The Acropolis Museum , or any other museum in Athens , is not included in the special Combo Ticket.

The admission fees to these museums are not prohibitively costly.

Purchase a trip to the Acropolis Museum and Archaeological Excavation from Get YourGuide Click HERE <-   for an additional €2.

If you just want to see the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum (and not the other sites), you can bypass the lines at both attractions and discover them at your leisure: The Acropolis and the Museum GetYourGuide Click HERE <-

Click HERE <- Skip-the-Line Ticket for the Acropolis Museum with Audio-Guide is another common choice for the Acropolis Museum GetYourGuide 

Acropolis Tours with a Guide – Tickets for the Acropolis

You can buy a €45 pass for a Guided Tour of the Acropolis on the GetYourGuide website.

This ticket includes admission to the Acropolis , the ability to skip some lines, and a one-and-a-half-hour tour with a local guide.

Click Here on Getyourguide.com Guided Tour

GetYourGuide offers a variety of walking tours to choose from.

These tours vary in duration, as well as the places they include.

Taking shortcuts may help you avoid queues. But, they may not include admission fees.

The explanation for this is that certain people might already have a multi-site pass or are eligible for discounts.

The skip-the-line ticket with the audio tour is a common choice for those who want some kind of guide but not a guided tour with a human.

For a small fee, you can purchase a skip-the-line pass that includes an audio tour of the Acropolis . Everything you need is a smartphone and headphones.

Click Here for skip the line ticket with audio tour on Getyourguide.com

Tickets for the Acropolis – Skip any lines

You get to skip any lines , as well as an audio tour of the Acropolis with supporting details and an interactive map.

You can use it without an internet connection.

This is available for Android and iOS users, but only in English, French, and Spanish.

The four-hour tour of   the Acropolis , and the new Acropolis Museum.

This is by far one of the most common tickets , and I believe the best value , and thus the tour I recommend all year.

For just €59, you can get a guided tour of Athens Click Here.

Visiting the Panathinaikos Stadium , the Royal Gardens , and the former Royal Palace.

The Acropolis , and the Acropolis Museum with an actual human, rather than an audio guide .

The tour price (€84) includes admission to both the Acropolis and the museum ! This accredited walking tour is also available for booking online at GetYourGuide .

See our suggestions for the Best Acropolis Tours and Skip-the-Line Tickets. Include over 60 tickets and guided tour options Click Here.

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5 of the Best Acropolis Guided Tours

Those looking to take a deep dive into Athens’ ancient past will be pleased to hear that there are now dozens of guided tours of the Acropolis taking place every day. 

The Acropolis looms high over the city (Photo: Get Your Guide)

Widely considered to be the most important site in the Western World, the Acropolis is a complete ancient Greek monumental complex that dates back nearly 2,500 years. It was crowned by the Parthenon and over the years served as a home to kings, a citadel, a home of the gods and a religious centre. Today, it’s Greece’s most famous tourist attraction. You could purchase tickets and explore the site alone, but to fully appreciate the history of this ancient citadel we recommend using a reputable tour guide. With so many to choose from, we’ve cherry-picked five of the best Acropolis guided tours based on price, itinerary and customer reviews. 

Acropolis Guided Walking Tour without Entry Ticket 

If you’ve already booked your ticket to the Acropolis but want to guarantee that a guide will be available when you arrive, this walking tour is the best option. Led by a licensed tour guide, the 1.5-hour tour offers a thorough insight into the ancient citadel. As you stroll around the gleaming white marble monuments and sanctuaries, your guide will share fascinating insights into the history of the ruins, from an early settlement to the second world war. From £21.49

Book at GetYourGuide.com

Acropolis monuments and Parthenon Walking Tour with Optional Acropolis

This brilliant tour combines trips to a handful of ancient sites (Photo: Get Your Guide)

This day trip is ideal for those looking to take a deep dive into ancient Greek history, with tours of the Acropolis, Parthenon and a handful of other famous sites. The tour price does not include transportation or admission, but it does include a two-hour tour around the Acropolis, a one-hour tour around the Parthenon and two hours at the Acropolis Museum. Customers will also get to explore the Theatre of Dionysus, Temple of Athena Nike, Propylaea, Herod Atticus Odeon and Plaka, the historic neighbourhood that sits in the shadow of the Acropolis. From £28.03

Book at Viator.com

Early Morning Acropolis & Plaka Guided Walking Tour 

This 3.5-hour experience offers excellent bang for your buck, with skip-the-line admission fees and a tour included in the price. Best suited to early risers, the tour sets off early in the morning to beat the heat (and the crowds). The day begins with a tour around the Acropolis, Theatre of Dionysus and Parthenon, followed by a stroll downhill to the cobbled streets of Plaka. Tours are led by knowledgeable, licensed guides and accompanied by audio devices to ensure you don’t miss anything along the way. From £32.67

Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Tour with Entry Tickets 

This experience includes a guided tour around the Acropolis Museum, as well as the Acropolis (Photo: Get Your Guide)

This half-day tour combines skip-the-line tickets and tours around two showstopping sights: the Acropolis and the all-new Acropolis Museum. Tours generally begin at 9:00 am with a tour of the Acropolis, led by a field expert and licensed tour guide. After this, travellers continue to the Acropolis Museum, recently ranked one of the best museums in the world. As well as providing additional context, visitors can get up close to original surviving masterpieces and excavations beneath glass floors and walkways. From £85.12 per person 

Private Acropolis and Athens City Tour 

This 3.5-hour private tour is one of the most affordable we’ve come across online. The tour price does not include entrance tickets, but customers can pay the tour operator directly to skip ahead of the long lines for no extra cost. The experience includes a whole morning or afternoon with a private licensed guide, starting at Syntagma. From here, the tour winds past the Greek Parliament and Monument to the Unknown Soldier, the National Gardens of Athens and Hadrian’s Arch to the Acropolis. From £165.93 per person 

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Acropolis Tour Morning

• Short description
• Tour Information

Adults: 35€ Children: 20€

• 2-hour Acropolis of Athens walking tour
• Get there before the crowds with an early morning tour
• Marvel at the Parthenon, the Theater of Dionysus, and the Odeon
• Enjoy an optional 2-hour tour additional  of the Acropolis museum
• Learn more about life in Ancient Greece from your guide

Meeting point easy and efficient.

Please meet your licensed tour guide at our offices by the Acropolis at Athanasiou Diakou street 16 in time for a 9 am departure and walk the short distance to the monuments to start your Acropolis morning tour. After picking up your tickets from your guide (skip the lines tour), head inside to explore the hilltop archaeological site.

Acropolis Morning tour.

Listen as your guide transports you back to ancient Greece with stories of the ancient city and its importance. Stop to admire the magnificent ruins, most of which date back to the 5th-century BC. the much-photographed Parthenon, the restored Temple of Athena Nike, and the Erechtheion, known for its exquisite Caryatid statues.

Upgrade available to Acropolis Museum.

After around two hours exploring the ruins, either end your tour at the Acropolis exit on Mars Hill, continue to the New Acropolis Museum (if upgrade selected). Discover the world heritage collections of Acropolis monuments in space design architecture miracle museum on a 2-hour tour.  Admire the famous glass room of Parthenon galleries and almost touch the south slopes of Acropolis our of the glass.

Tour starts at 09:00 am.

• Explore the ancient monuments of the Acropolis in Athens
• See the crowning glory of the Parthenon
• Discover the first theater of humanity at the ancient Theater of Dionysus Admire the Porch of the Caryatids at the Erechtheion

Monuments you cover:

• Acropolis, Athens, Attica
• Parthenon, Athens, Attica
• Theater of Dionysus, Athens, Attica
• Herod Atticus Odeon, Athens, Attica
• Erechtheion, Athens, Attica
• Temple of Athena Nike, Athens, Attica
• Propylaea, Athens, Attica
• Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Entrance fees are excluded from the price, and they cost 20 euros per adult, 10 euros per student (with a show of a student card), and free for nonadults with a show of an identity document. An adult must accompany children.

Additional Info

• Guests will receive confirmation at the time of booking
• Entrance fees can be booked online or payable by cash directly to the tour guide on the day of the tour. Acropolis 20 euros per adult from April to October, 10 euros per adult from November to March. Ancient Agora 8 euros per adult from April to October, 4 euros per adult from November to March
• Free entrance to Children under six years old, provided they must present a valid passport at the entrance of the Acropolis of Athens

Comfortable shoes

Hat (especially on warm months, June, July, August)

Professional licensed tour guide

Walking tour

Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

Entrance tickets of Acropolis (20 EUR per person)

Cancellation Polic

• A cancellation fee of 100% is charged if canceled two days or less before the event.

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Below you can find information for the reduced admission tickets to the Acropolis

Acropolis Northern and South Entrance

• 10€ for the adults from November 01 to March 31
• 10€ for seniors (over 65 years old) from the EU (with ID or passport) all the year-round
• 10€  for children and youth up to 25 years old outside the EU (with current student ID) all the year-round
• Free for children and youth up to 25 years old (with valid ID or passport) from EU countries (with valid student ID) all year-round 
• Free for all children up to 5 years old

Disclaimer: We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information but opening hours and ticket prices might change without any prior notification. We assume no responsibility for changes or errors. For more information click here .

If you find yourself in Athens, you cannot miss visiting its crown, Acropolis! The ‘’sacred rock’’ of Acropolis offers a majestic view of the city while being surrounded by the classical elegance of the Parthenon and the Erectheion temples.

It remains open from 8:00 am to the sunset time which varies, of course, depending on the season. During summer you can surely visit it until 8:00 pm while in winter until 5:00 pm. 

There are 2 entrances for the Acropolis: 1) Main entrance & 2) Southern Entrance.

If you use the main one, you should know that it is usually very crowded. You should be prepared to wait long in the line to enter the site.

We, at the Athens Walking Tours, use only the Dionysus Theater entrance for all the advantages it offers us:

• Using the Dionysus Theater entrance you have the opportunity to see much more than the visitor using the main entrance. You will see the Dionysus Theater –the oldest and most important theater in Europe, the Thrasylus sponsor’s monument, the Eumenes Stoa, the Asclepius Sanctuary and many more sites and monuments.

• The Dionysus Theater entrance is never as busy and crowded as the main one.

At Athens Walking Tours, we buy tickets on your behalf only if you opt for the ticket-inclusive tour booking.

• By the Dionysus Theater entrance, there are many stores where you may get a snack or a coffee or a drink.

• Restroom facilities and Tourism Info just next to the Dionysus Theater entrance.

You have two options - With the ' Book WITH Ticket ' option, we take care of all the ticket arrangements so you can simply relax and enjoy the tour.

If you select ' WITHOUT Ticket ', you'll need to purchase your own admission tickets.

ENTRANCE FEES TO THE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES & MUSEUMS OF ATTICA

(VALID AS OF JANUARY 01, 2024)

Below you can find information for the tickets and entrance fees for the major archeological sites of Athens. 

From November 1st to March 30th (01/11-31/03) of each year, a reduced rate applies exclusively to single-use tickets for all archaeological sites and museums belonging to the State.

All archaeological sites now require visitors to enter and book their tickets according to specific time slots based on the new regulation.

Special Combo Ticket

There is a Special ticket package (combo) that covers 7 archaeological sites in Athens. Although, note that there is a high chance that most likely from April 2024 the combo tickets will be invalid/not operating.

The cost is 30 € and there is only a Full Version. 

• It is valid for 5 days. It can be used for 5 days after the first entrance, which must have been realized within 5 days from the selected date. 
• Acropolis of Athens
• Ancient Agora of Athens
• Ancient Agora of Athens Museum
• Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos
• Hadrian's Library, Kerameikos
• Lykeion Archaeological Site
• North slope of the Acropolis
• Olympieio (Zeus Temple)
• Roman Agora of Athens
• South Slope of Acropolis
• It is valid for one admission per site 
• 20€ for the adults from April 01 to October 31
• 10€ for children and youth up to 25 years old outside the EU (with valid ID or passport) all the year-round
• Free for children and youth up to 25 years old (with valid ID or passport) from EU countries all year-round 

Ancient Agora & Agora Museum

• 10€ for the adults from April 01 to October 31
• 5€ for the adults from November 01 to March 31
• 5€ for seniors (over 65 years old) from the EU (with ID or passport) all the year-round
• 5€  for children and youth up to 25 years old outside the EU (with valid ID or passport) all the year-round

Roman Agora

Hadrian library.

• 6€ for the adults from April 01 to October 31
• 3€ for the adults from November 01 to March 31
• 3€ for seniors (over 65 years old) from the EU (with ID or passport) all the year-round
• 3€  for children and youth up to 25 years old outside the EU (with valid ID or passport) all the year-round

Temple of Olympian Zeus (Olympieion)

• 8€ for the adults from April 01 to October 31
• 4€ for the adults from November 01 to March 31
• 4€ for seniors (over 65 years old) from the EU (with ID or passport) all the year-round
• 4€ for children and youth up to 25 years old outside the EU (with valid ID or passport) all the year-round

Keramikos (site & museum)

Aristoteles lyceum.

• 4€ for the adults from April 01 to October 31
• 2€ for the adults from November 01 to March 31
• 2€ for seniors (over 65 years old) from the EU (with ID or passport) all the year-round
• 2€  for children and youth up to 25 years old outside the EU (with valid ID or passport) all the year-round

National Archaeological Museum

• 12€ for the adults from April 01 to October 31
• 6€ for the adults from November 01 to March 31
• 6€ for seniors (over 65 years old) from the EU (with ID or passport) all the year-round
• 6€ for children and youth up to 25 years old outside the EU (with valid ID or passport) all the year-round

Acropolis Museum

From April 1 to October 31

• 15€ for the adults 25+, covering all the sites that will be visited
• Free entrance for guests under 24 years and students from EU countries (with current student ID) all year-round
• Free for children up to 5 years old

From November 1 to March 31

Reduced prices will apply:  

• 10€ for the adults 25+, covering all the sites that will be visited
• 5€ for children and youth up to 25 years old outside the EU (with valid ID or passport) all the year-round

Entrance is free to all visitors at all archaeological sites  on the following days:

• 6 March (Memory of Melina Mercouri)
• 18 April (International Monument Day)
• 18 May (International Museum Day)
• The last weekend of September (European Days of Cultural Heritage)
• October 28th

Every first Sunday, from November 1st to March 31st annually.

  Entrance is free to all visitors at the Acropolis Museum on the following days:

25 March (National Holiday)

• October 28th (National Holiday)

Disclaimer : We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information but opening hours and ticket prices might change without any prior notification. We assume no responsibility for changes or errors.

Entrance is free to all visitors on the following days:

• Every first Sunday of the month, from November 1st to March 31st annually

The following visitors are entitled to FREE ADMISSION: 

• All children under 5 years of age (with current identification to prove age)
• Young European citizens under 25 years of age (with valid identification to prove age and nationality)
• Persons over 25 years, being in secondary education (evening schools, second- chance schools) and in vocational schools from EU member-states and countries of the European Economic Area, upon presentation of attendance certificate bearing evidence of its duration.
• Tour Guides with professional license from the Hellenic Ministry of Development
• Teachers or parents accompanying children on primary & secondary education school visits
• Persons with disabilities (67% or over) and one escort, upon presentation of the certification of disability
• Archaeologists, with valid license
• Journalists by presenting their valid work permit.

We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information but temrs and conditions might change without any prior notification. We assume no liability for changes or incorrect information. Please call the Acropolis Archaeological site to confirm at +30 210 3214172.

Entrance to the Acropolis Museum is free on:

• 28 October 

We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information but conditions might change without any prior notification. We assume no responsibility for changes or errors. Please call the Acropolis Museum to confirm at +30 210 9000900

The multi site (combo or combined) ticket is available at the cost of 30€. It is valid for 5 days and includes entrance to the Acropolis and 6 more Archaeological sites: Temple of Zeus, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Hadrian's Library, Keramikos Cemetery and Lyceum of Aristotle. 

We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information but conditions might change without any prior notification. We assume no responsibility for changes or errors.

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‘It’s plain elitist’: anger at Greek plan for €5,000 private tours of Acropolis

Archaeologists and guides among critics who say scheme goes against what symbol of democracy should represent

J ackie and Malcolm Love stood amid a bevy of tourists in the heart of Athens taking in the Acropolis with a mixture of awe and admiration. The Greek capital’s greatest classical site was truly magnificent, they said, but the crowds had been such, even in April, that they preferred to experience it from a distance.

“We didn’t go, not with all those people,” said Jackie, looking up at the fifth-century monument from the cobbled boulevard below. “We didn’t think it’d be the best thing to do, did we?” she said, nudging her husband.

The couple, enjoying a city break from Ipswich, their English hometown, had pondered whether to do a private tour instead. The Greek culture ministry is planning personalised visits to the ancient complex – at €5,000 (£4,285). “We wouldn’t pay that,” said Malcolm, a lorry driver. “Crazy prices,” Jackie chipped in. “Certainly not for people like us.”

The Acropolis is by far Greece’s biggest attraction, drawing more than 22,000 visitors a day last summer, forcing authorities to introduce tough controls , including a time-slot system.

This year, officials have gone a step further, announcing a scheme that allows sightseers to beat the crowds and experience the Periclean masterpiece on an exclusive basis. The initiative foresees up to four groups of five people being guided by expert archaeologists around the site between 7am to 9am and 8pm to 10pm – before opening and after closing times – to avoid the thousands of selfie-snappers who hourly ascend the rocky hill. “We’ve had requests from tour operators for this for a very long time,” said Nikoleta Valakou, the president of the Hellenic Organization of Cultural Resources Development, a state body connected to the culture ministry.

The ministry, she said, was prepared to permit tours for individuals, provided they were willing to pay the group fee. “There’ll be souvenirs too,” added Valakou. “A replica of a coin, perhaps, or copy of a small statue … something to conjure memories of the unique experience.”

But the measure – part of an overhaul of ticketing policy at more than 350 archaeological sites and museums managed by the Greek culture ministry – has triggered anger and derision, including from archaeologists. Guides have described it as impractical and critics have argued it runs counter to the spirit of everything the world’s pre-eminent symbol of democracy is supposed to represent. “The next thing you know people will be making marriage proposals and drinking champagne up there,” said Despina Koutsoumba, the vice-president of the country’s archaeologists’ association. “They’ll feel entitled, if they’ve spent that sort of money, to do whatever they want at the site.”

The very idea, she said, was “unacceptably exclusive”. After all, the monument was the emblem of democratic Athens in which citizens enjoyed equality before the law.

“What this says is Greece is willing to give people who have money the ability to enjoy the Acropolis in a very exclusive way while leaving out those who simply don’t have such means. We’re utterly opposed to it,” Koutsoumba added.

Previously, only world leaders, royalty and the odd celebrity had been granted access to the site out of opening hours.

The public, with the exception of academics and preservationists, have one day – the August full moon – to savour the temples at night.

As opposition has mounted, critics have questioned the wisdom of the decision at a time when the wealth gap between the rich and poor has become ever more accentuated. “It’s plain elitist,” said Costas Zambas who headed restoration works at the Acropolis for over 25 years.

“The very notion goes against the spirit of a place that we associate with democracy. It doesn’t sit well.”

With Athens at the sharp end of the climate emergency, tourist guides have raised objections over the workability of a scheme that for the vast majority will mean the site opening at 9am instead of 8am. Last summer the Greek capital – continental Europe’s southernmost metropolis – experienced record temperatures of up to 45C (113F), compelling officials to take the unprecedented step of closing the Acropolis for several days.

“If they push back opening hours to 9am because of these private tours it’s going to be a disaster,” said Kriton Piperas, who until recently was the head of the 4,000-strong Panhellenic Federation of Tourist Guides. “For several years our union has been pressing for the Acropolis to open earlier precisely because of the changing weather. Don’t forget with the lack of shade it’s that much hotter up there.”

Increasingly, he said, Greece’s pro-business centre right government saw culture through an exclusively commercial lens. “They look at the Acropolis and anything associated with tourism as a product,” he said. “This idea of unique tours is like putting a price tag on the site, it reminds me of an auction where the highest bidder wins and is told ‘you can have it all to yourself’. It’s wrong and bound to lead to trouble.”

Ticket-holders on cruise ships, which are the source of ever more day-trippers to the Greek capital, often book months in advance and are on a very tight schedule. Most are waiting in line at the Acropolis by 8am.

In her office overlooking a central Athens boulevard, Valakou said the culture ministry had taken the criticism onboard. The tours, it is estimated, could bring in up to €40,000 a day, with proceeds going to cash-starved cultural projects.

“Revenues will be reinvested,” she said. “As the Acropolis will be the first for such tours it’ll be a pilot programme and we’ll be open to change.”

The omens are not all bad. The scheme has been met with delight by some in the Greek diaspora where the well-heeled have already suggested they will be signing up.

“I’ve heard from dozens of friends who’ve expressed interest in joining these bespoke tours,” said Peter Poulos, the executive director of the Hellenic Initiative, a global Greek diaspora philanthropic organisation.

“Why not relieve people of their money if it’s going to help protect and preserve our cultural monuments for generations to come? We all support the loftiest of ideals but at the end of the day ideals aren’t going to pay the hard costs needed to run a site of this magnitude.”

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