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Download three digital audio tours on your phone and discover fascinating stories about the archaeological sites and the museum's collection

Marvel at the beauty of the Theatre of Dionysus, the Propylaea, the Erechtheion, the temple of Athena Nike and the Parthenon and learn about their hidden treasures

Gain insight into the life and rituals of ancient Athenians in one of the best-ranked museums in the world

What to expect

Explore the Acropolis Hill and the Acropolis Museum at your own pace thanks to a combination of pre-booked e-tickets and three immersive audio tours which will be directly available on your smartphone.

You'll have the opportunity to choose the time slot you prefer to enter the Acropolis Hill. You'll first explore the south slopes of the Acropolis to discover the Theatre of Dionysus, believed to be the first theatre in the world, as well as the Asklepieion, and you'll gain valuable insights about life in ancient Athens. Then, you'll walk through the imposing walls of the Propylaea and discover an ensemble of grand temples: the temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and the illustrious Parthenon, home to countless tales about the divine ancestors of the Athenians and the mythical origins of their glorious city.

Follow in the steps of world-famous historical figures, such as Socrates and Pericles, and get valuable insights into the lives of ancient Greeks. During your walk in the archaeological site, you’ll also have the opportunity to unlock the secrets of ancient masonry and witness the unparalleled excellence of Athenian architecture, whereas in the Acropolis Museum, the exhibits will guide you through the engrossing journey of the city’s transition to democracy.

Important to know

Know in advance:

no live guide will accompany you, and no VR/AR is included in this experience
Musement vouchers aren't your entry tickets and are NOT ACCEPTED at the entrance; after booking, you'll receive an email from the local supplier, Clio Muse Tours, with further instructions abou your tickets and the audio tour (please check your email spam folder as well)
you'll receive a link, in a separate email, with the url to choose the time slot to enter only the Acropolis Hill; please use this link to download your e-tickets and the app for the audio guide
the audio tours can be used anytime, online or offline (use your headphones to best enjoy them), but keep in mind that internet access might be unavailable and mobile signal may be weak on the Acropolis Hill, so please download the e-tickets and audio tours on your smartphone prior to your visit in order to enjoy it offline (tickets need to be either printed or downloaded on your phone)
ensure you have enough storage space (200 MB) on your mobile to download the audio tours; please note they aren'tcompatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Mini 1st generation
once in the Acropolis archaeological site, head to the validating machines; likewise, once in the Acropolis Museum proceed directly to the expedited line to get your ticket scanned
for the Acropolis Hill: EU citizens aged 0-25 are entitled to have free admission tickets ; from April 1 to October 1, children and young people aged between 6 and 25 years, from non-European Union countries, are entitled for reduced admission; from April 1 to October 1, senior citizens over 65 from Greece or other EU member states and the European Economic Area, are eligible for reduced admission upon presentation of their ID card or passport for verification of their age and country of origin
for the Acropolis Museum: EU citizens aged 0-18 are entitled to have free admission tickets; young persons under 18 years of age, from non-EU countries are eligible for reduced admission fee; Greek senior citizens and senior citizens from EU countries, 65 years of age and over, are eligible for reduced admission upon presentation of their ID card or passport for verification of their age and country of origin

Remember to bring

please note that upon arrival at the Acropolis Museum, visitors go through a security check; to avoid delays, avoid carrying large bags and luggage
you're strongly recommended to wear sunscreen and a hat during the hot summer months
visitors are also advised to wear comfortable shoes

What’s included

Entrance fee/adult e-tickets for the Acropolis Museum and the Acropolis archaeological site

Pre-booked e-ticket (tickets sent to your email by the tour provider)

Secure promo codes and instructions to access the tours (sent to your email)

Three self-guided audio tours for your smartphone (Android & iOS) in English, French, Spanish, German and Italian

Offline content with two offline interactive maps to avoid roaming charges (after downloading app & tours)

Location

Acropolis of Athens, Athens, Greece

Meeting point:

The first audio tour is designed to start at the side Acropolis entrance from the south-east slopes of the hill, Thrasillou, Athens, 105 58. The second audio tour is designed to start at the Acropolis Museum Main Entrance 15 Dionysiou Areopagitou Street. The self-guided audio tour for Athens is designed to start at Syntagma square. The easiest way to get there is on foot or by metro, line 3, Syntagma station.