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Acropolis Walking Tour, Including Syntagma Square and Historical City Center

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icon3 hours 30 minutes  (Approx.)
iconOffered in: English
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What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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Overview

Delve into the history of ancient Greece on this Athens walking tour. With an expert guide, stroll around the historic heart of Athens to see Syntagma Square, the Parliament Building, and the ancient ruins tucked around the slopes of the stunning, UNESCO-listed Acropolis. Check out fascinating archaeological exhibits in Syntagma Square and admire awesome views of the Parthenon as you view the Theater of Dionysus, Odeon of Herodes Atticus and other sights. With revealing commentary from your guide throughout, this walking tour of Athens will delight history buffs. Please note admission to the Acropolis is at your own expense.
  • Guided walking tour around the ancient Acropolis of Athens
  • See archaeological exhibits in and around Syntagma Station
  • Get to know Athens while exploring Syntagma Square and and other important attractions
  • Enjoy spectacular views from the Parthenon at the top of Athens' acropolis
  • Learn about each of the monuments from a professional local guide

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

This tour adds context to your Athens experience with a local guide providing commentary.
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Local licensed guide
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Athens guide magazine
Athens map
Entrance fees to the sites visited payable in cash on the day of the tour
Gratuities (gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of service cost)
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Food and drinks

Departure Point

ΣΥΝΤΑΓΜΑ 2 ΠΛ.2, Athens 105 57, Greece

Return Details

Acropolis of Athens, Athens 105 58, Greece
Begin your Athens walking tour at Syntagma Metro Station in central Athens. Greet your guide and head inside the station museum to explore what’s on show.

View the impressive exhibits, discovered during building work on the station. See the most prized items including tombstones, remnants of a 5th-century aqueduct, pottery, and even a 2,000-year-old beehive.

Afterward, walk with your guide to the nearby Greek Parliament Building on Syntagma Square. Snap photos of the handsome building as you hear about its past as a royal palace.

Then, delve further into historical Athens. Walk along the charming streets and admire the elegant architecture and sites such as the Zeus Temple.

Continue along traffic-free Dionysiou Areopagitou Street around the Acropolis’ slopes. As you walk, absorb the breathtaking views of the Acropolis and Parthenon, and pass the ancient Theater of Dionysus and sites such as Philopappou Hill, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and Mars Hill.

Your tour ends at the Acropolis summit. Before leaving, you may wish to ask your guide for further tips for sightseeing in the city.
Itinerary
Stop At:  
Syntagma Station
Syntagma Metro Station Museum
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Hellenic Parliament
Watch the Change of the Guards
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Duration: 20 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Change of Guards
Watch the Change of the Guards
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Duration: 20 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Pass By:  
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
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National Garden
Walk through the National Gardens
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Zappeion Conference & Exhibition Center
Zappeion Hall
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Stop At:  
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Get a guided tour inside the Temple of Zeus
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Duration: 25 minutes
Admission Ticket Not Included
Stop At:  
Acropolis
Get an 1.5 hour comprehensive guided tour inside the Acropolis and all its famous monuments
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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Not Included
Stop At:  
Theater of Dionysus
Dionysus Theater
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Herod Atticus Odeon
Herodeion
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Duration: 10 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Pass By:  
Propylaea
Propylaea
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Temple of Athena Nike
Nike Temple
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Parthenon
Parthenon
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Duration: 20 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Please note that the tour itinerary may be subject to change
  • IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT BABY STROLLERS: Please have in mind that baby strollers are not allowed on the Acropolis, archaeological site and that there is no cloakroom at the side entrance we use to enter. For your own convenience, it is recommended to use a baby pouch instead of a baby stroller.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Small group tour: Max. 15 participants per group
  • Please make sure you have cash (euros). If you are entitled to reduced entrance fees, please hold a valid ID or Passport for verification of age and nationality to purchase the tickets. We buy the tickets for you in advance, in order to avoid lining up.
  • Tickets Cost covering the Acropolis with all its monuments (Parthenon, Erechtheion, Nike Temple, Propylaia) and also Dionysus theater and the Temple of Zeus:
  • April 1st to October 31st
  • Adults 25+: 28 euros
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Citizens from non-EU countries between 6-24: 14 euros
  • European citizens 65+ : 14 euros
  • European citizens under 25 years of age are entitled to free entrance to all sites visited during the tour
  • All children 5 years of age and under are entitled to free entrance to all sites visited during the tour
  • November 01 to March 31
  • Adults 25+: 14 euros
  • Citizens from non-EU countries between 6-24: 14 euros
  • European citizens 65+ : 14 euros
  • European citizens under 25 years of age are entitled to free entrance to all sites visited during the tour
  • All children 5 years of age and under are entitled to free entrance to all sites visited during the tour
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Athens Walking Tours

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Acropolis Walking Tour, Including Syntagma Square and Historical City Center?
A:
The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
See all safety measures taken by Acropolis Walking Tour, Including Syntagma Square and Historical City Center.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Acropolis Walking Tour, Including Syntagma Square and Historical City Center?
A:
The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
See all safety measures taken by Acropolis Walking Tour, Including Syntagma Square and Historical City Center.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Acropolis Walking Tour, Including Syntagma Square and Historical City Center?
A:
The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
See all safety measures taken by Acropolis Walking Tour, Including Syntagma Square and Historical City Center.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Acropolis Walking Tour, Including Syntagma Square and Historical City Center?
A:
The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
See all safety measures taken by Acropolis Walking Tour, Including Syntagma Square and Historical City Center.

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  • "The tour covers the essentials and really worth the time and the price." See review
  • "Is worth going to add on the Acropolis museum tour as it has alot more insights." See review
  • "She talked very fast which wasn't helpful, but you get used to it." See review

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Great way to explore all monuments around the Acropolis
Amish_G
, Mar 2020
Our guide Kimon was very informative. He kept the tour light with witty remarks and conversations. Would highly recommend it!
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Victor
, Feb 2020
Our guide Marilena was charming, knowledgeable and very personable. Gave great history/details of sites and answered our questions. Allowed us ample time to explore. Enjoyed experiencing Athens on foot.
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Acropolis in February
Amrik_M
, Feb 2020
Excellent tour and guide and comprehensive itinerary from Syntagma Square to Acropolis and concludes with the museum.
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Good to know about Ancient Greek History
AriyantiRinda
, Oct 2019
Angeliki was very nice girl, and really knew what she’s talking about. She explained everything to us, and patiently answered all our question. Recommended for you to take this tour, since for me all the ruins looks the same. When you walk with someone that can explain it to you, so you can understand the interesting history behind all the ruins.
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Great Tour, worth the price
patkutbam
, Oct 2019
Our guide Hristo was very knowledgeable. The tour covers the essentials and really worth the time and the price.
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Athens "Must do"
vwall2019
, Oct 2019
We loved this tour with Chris. She was so passionate and informative. It was the right length and got to see so much of Athens. Thank you so much Chris
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A great way to do Athens!
ashleighschultz
, Jul 2019
Despina was super fantastic and informative!! It was a great way to see all the highlights if you’re time poor.
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Athens half-day tour
Wasseemm
, Jul 2019
We had a nine-hour layover in Athens and pre-booked the tour on Viator for the morning. We started timely and tour guide Vasiliki was professional and charming, and had excellent narration with a scientific and engaging delivery. The tour left us more in awe of the city.
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Walking Tour Through Historical Sites
nestravel2017
, Jul 2019
Our tour began at the metro station. Our guide was an archeology student and very knowledgeable. In the station we saw artifacts discovered during the station’s construction. From there to the government house with a commentary on Greek history. We saw the Temple of Zeus, Hadrian’s gate and, after a rest stop, the Acropolis. For those who don’t know Athens or a lot about Greek history, one of the foundations of Western civilization, the tour was excellent and informative.
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Educational and fun tour.
Steven S
, Jul 2019
Our tour guide was wonderful. She was very informative and always made sure that everyone in the group was present. It was a great way to spend the morning taking in the sites and getting the historical context. We were traveling with our 18 year old son and 21 year old daughter , who also both thoroughly enjoyed it.
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