Acropolis of Athens: In-depth Historical Tour with a Historian

5.0 (112 reviews) Athens, Greece
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Duration4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers
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Overview

This is a tour specially designed for history enthusiasts! It is more engaging and longer than other tours, offering a denser in terms of content and a more holistic and an in-depth understanding of the history of Acropolis and of its true value to our civilization.

Walk through the Acropolis and discover the stories behind the stones—how ancient Athens transformed ideas about democracy, theatre, mythology, medicine, architecture, innovation, citizenship and human society.

This is more than an archaeological visit. It is a thought-provoking journey through the ideas, achievements and contradictions of ancient Athens, connecting the monuments you see around you with the foundations of Western civilisation and the world we live in today.

Through this, it creates a meaningful experience that offers important lessons for us as humans and as citizens.

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Private Acropolis Tour

With Entrance Fees
Duration: 4 hours

Morning- WITHOUT entrance fee
Morning- WITH entrance fee

Admission fees for Acropolis

Afternoon - WITH entrance fee

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What's included

  • Some....surprises!!!
  • Personal earset receivers provided for each guest, ensuring they can listen to the tour guide
  • Local licensed English speaking tour guide, always a historian or an archaeologist
  • Admission / Entry fees for the ticket-inclusive option (WITH ENTRANCE FEE)
  • Admission / Entry fees for the non-ticket option (WITHOUT ENTRANCE FEE)
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop off service
  • Tips – Guests are always welcome to show their appreciation if they value the guide’s efforts

What to expect

  1. South Slope of the Acropolis of Athens
    50m · Admission ticket included
    As in every good story, everything begins with an introduction. It's not easy to tell the story of one of the most historically rich cities in the world. Yet, we aim to give our guests a broader perspective. That's why, at the beginning of the tour, we offer a concise lesson on the creation of human civilization, and then we place ancient Greek civilization — and Athens in particular — within that framework, so that people can truly understand its importance and contribution.
  2. Theatre of Dionysus
    30m · Admission ticket included
    The first monument we will see on our way up to the Acropolis is the Theatre of Dionysus — the first theatre in human history. This is where theatre and drama as a practice were born, and where the earliest plays — tragedies and comedies — were performed in front of the Athenian public. These plays were written by some of the most famous writers of all time, including Sophocles, Euripides, and Aeschylus.
  3. Herod Atticus Odeon
    Pass by
    Our next stop will be the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, which was built by the city's benefactor and famous philosopher of the 2nd century AD in memory of his deceased wife.
  4. Temple of Athena Nike
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Arriving at the main entrance of the Acropolis sanctuary, we will see the Temple of Athena Nike, dedicated to the goddess of victory.
  5. Propylaea
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Next, we will admire the view of the historically important surrounding hills, and walk up the main stairway leading to the interior of the sanctuary, all while taking in the monumental gateway of the Acropolis.
  6. Erectheion
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Our penultimate stop will be the Erechtheion, the temple of myths and legends, located at the center of the Acropolis sanctuary and famous for its unique sculptures.
  7. Parthenon
    35m · Admission ticket included
    At the end, we will finally admire 'the jewel in the crown' — the Parthenon. A gift to Athens' patron goddess, it is the masterpiece of Classical-period ancient Greek architecture and the greatest technical achievement of the democratic state — the symbol of Western civilization.
  8. Areopago
    30m · Admission ticket included
    After having analyzed the Acropolis, we are going to have a short break for pictures for 20 minutes. After that, we are going to exit the Acropolis archaeological site and we will visit the Areopago hill where we are going to have the epilogue of the tour with the view of the ancient athenian Agora.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet us on Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, exactly on top of the stairs in front of the main entrance of the Acropolis Museum.

You’ll recognize us by our white flag with an orange crown.

End point

The tour will end on top of Areopagus/o hill.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Best suited to adults, older children and teenagers who enjoy history, stories and learning.

Cancellation policy

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

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