Full-day Acropolis, Acropolis Museum and mythology private tour

Free cancellation

Place: Athens

Duration: 8 hours

Language: English, French

Mobile voucher accepted

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Private Tour

Smaller Group Size

Subject expert guide

Do this because

See all the major landmarks of Athens in one day
Visit the Acropolis, the Temple of Zeus, the Ancient Agora, the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, and more
Explore the top-rated Acropolis Museum with fun and engaging activities
Learn about the Greek gods and heroes
Discover hidden historical spots and ancient corners

What to expect

Discover the enchanting wonders of ancient Athens on a full-day private tour of the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora and the Temple of Zeus. Uncover stories from Greek mythology and decode hidden messages in artifacts left behind by the ancient Athenians.

Kick-off your ancient Athens mythology experience with a visit to the Temple of Olympian Zeus. From there, follow your guide to the Theater of Dionysus, where ancient Greek drama was born, and then proceed to the crown jewel of Athens – the Acropolis. Here you will explore the legendary landmarks including the Temple of Athena Nike, the Temple of Erechtheion, the Propylaia, and the iconic Parthenon.

Your journey through time continues to the Ancient Agora, the birthplace of democracy, where great minds like Socrates once walked and shared their wisdom. You'll feel the echoes of the past as you stroll through this historical site, understanding the foundation of modern governance.

Then, take a well-deserved break for lunch at a spot of your choice (lunch not included) before venturing to the renowned Acropolis Museum. Through fun and engaging activities, you'll delve deep into Greek mythology, as the past comes alive in an entertaining and enlightening way.

As this historical adventure concludes, you'll truly understand what made this ancient city so special as well as the Acropolis' relevance on the modern world.

Important to know

Not suitable for:

This tour is not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs

Know in advance:

Entrance tickets are not included in the price of this tour
It is essential that you pre-purchase tickets for the archaeological sites, as availability is very limited. Please contact the local operator via the contact details on your voucher if you would like them to purchase tickets for you (recommended to ensure availability and the correct time slot)
To be entitled to free or reduced admission where applicable, EU citizens under 25 must present a valid ID/passport
Please note there will be a stop for coffee and a snack on this tour, the cost of which are not included
This tour includes a fun map of ancient Athens
This tour is not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs
The walking pace of this tour is mild
Entry fees are non-refundable, non-exchangeable

What’s included

Private tour

Tour guide

What’s not included

Food and drinks

Entrance fees

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the experience begins., Receive a 50% refund if you cancel up to 25 hours before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Leof. Vasilissis Olgas 1, Athina 105 57, Greece

Meeting point:

Look for your guide holding an Alternative Athens sign at the Temple of Olympian Zeus ticketing booth. The closest metro station is Acropolis on the red line. look for the guide with an Alternative Athens Sign. At 2:20 PM (after free time for lunch): Acropolis museum (15 Dionysiou Areopagitou Street), in front of an Owl statue which is located in front of the main entrance. Please make sure that you are at the meeting point 10 minutes before the starting time. The group will depart on time and those not present will be considered a no-show for which no refund can be made.