Parthenon tours, things to do and tickets

If you are a fan of Greek History and Mythology this is your tour!
See all the highlights of Athens and learn everything about the iconic sites, visiting the Acropolis (Parthenon), the Ancient Agora, the Temple of Zeus and the New Acropolis museum, in a private day tour that will be flexible and customized to your needs!

This walking tour offers you the opportunity to explore the Acropolis Monuments with a licensed tour guide. Whether you arrive in Athens in the afternoon or morning and you want to visit the Acropolis when the weather is more cooler, and the crowds are starting to wane, this tour is for you. This unique and leisurely tour takes you to the glorious Parthenon, and you will get to enjoy the landmark monuments of the Greek capital in a new light.

Behold the beginnings of Western civilization with an experienced licensed tour guide on a 4-hour walking tour of this UNESCO Heritage site. Remarkable history unfolds as you stroll by the Parthenon and other monuments of the Acropolis; visit the New Acropolis Museum to gawk at ancient statues. Walk over the glass floor of the state-of-the-art Museum and watch under the remains of Ancient Athens. Head up with your tour guide to the glass Parthenon room and finish the tour with the superb and classic perfect collection while admiring the views of the Acropolis.
This is a skip-the-line tour. We will make sure you will not have to wait in long lines. The walking tour is made with an experienced licensed tour guide.

The meeting point is in our offices by the Acropolis (60 meters walk from Acropolis metro station). We provide free WiFi at the meeting point, and an air-conditioned waiting lounge. You can also safely leave your luggage or bags and pick them up after the tour.

On this Acropolis tour, your local licensed guide will guide you through the most amazing monuments of Athens in 1 hour and 45 minutes. You will visit the Acropolis of Athens and its monuments such as the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, and the Dionysus Theatre. You will find all the myths and the stories surrounding those monuments and enjoy the views of the city of Athens from the top of the Acropolis. This tour will end on top of the Acropolis allowing you plenty of time to take more pictures or simply spend some more time on site.

Delve into the fascinating world of Ancient Greece on a 3-hour walking tour of the Acropolis of Athens and the New Acropolis Museum. With an expert guide, discover the UNESCO-listed archaeological site and visit world-famous monuments including the Parthenon, Propylaea gateway and the Temple of Athena Nike. Absorb jaw-dropping views of Athens from the acropolis’ summit, and learn about the evocative ruins. Then, enjoy a guided tour of the New Acropolis Museum, where glass floors reveal excavation sites. Entrance fees not included.

Please be aware that even with our skip-the-ticket-line service, there might be some waiting time required for security checks. This is because visitor numbers can fluctuate unpredictably at the sites throughout the day. The typical waiting time falls within 0 to 10 or 30 minutes, though on rare occasions, it might be longer. 

The complete tour of Athens includes various key sights of Athens, such as Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the Panathenaic Stadium. With two interchanging lines, the Blue and the Orange, enjoy an unforgettable tour in Athens, as well as Piraeus, the suburb around the greatest port of the capital. Don't miss out on the unique opportunity to become acquainted with the most beautiful attractions of one of the most prominent European capitals. Enrich your cruise with this two-hour memorable experience.

Cycle with an electric bike safely on bike lanes and through quiet neighborhoods together with our experienced tour leaders and reach the amazing Athens "Riviera".
Admire the breathtaking views of the Saronic gulf, and the Athens beautiful Riviera while cycling along the waterfront and enjoying the sea breeze!

In the summertime and/or when weather permits, don’t forget to bring your swimsuit with you, as swimming at one of Athens’ delightful beaches is a must!

Discover two beautiful, fascinating Ancient Greece locations with this Athens Super Saver. With your guide, explore Athens and visit breathtaking monuments like the Acropolis and the Parthenon. See Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games was held in 1896, and discover fascinating archeological findings at the Acropolis Museum (morning 5 hours). In the afternoon (4 hours), take a scenic trip to Cape Sounion's Temple of Poseidon, a white beacon gleaming atop a cliff overlooking the Agean Sea.

The moment your cruise ship arrives in port in Athens (Piraeus), your shore excursion to the Acropolis begins. Discover Athens' ancient history on this fascinating city walking tour with a local guide. Venture inside the Acropolis, see the Parthenon and admire how this ancient monument towers above the city. As you soak up the local scene, you'll also see such sites as the House of Parliament, the Zappeion and the Zeus Temple. Free time in Plaka district is provided too.

Explore Athens with a private guide on a 4-hour tour, and discover the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens, Temple of Zeus, Panathenian Stadium and more! After admiring the downtown city sights, watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony outside Athens National Gardens, and take a walk up the slopes of the city’s famous Acropolis. See the Parthenon and other intriguing monuments, learn about the Greek gods, and visit the Acropolis museum.

Take advantage of the speed and comfort of an electric bike, and see as many of the sights in Athens as possible on a 3-hour tour. Visit the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the old neighborhoods of Plaka and Thissio as well as the Parliament and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. With the speed and ease of an electric bike, you can even see the new museum of the Acropolis, the Parthenon and enjoy an incredible view from National Observatory of Athens

Get the opportunity to visit two of the most famous ancient cities. Visit the Parthenon, the symbol of democracy, cross the Corinth Canal that will fascinate you and in Corinth see one of the oldest temples in Greece.

With this Athens Super Saver, combine three best-selling tours for a two-day immersion in Athens, Cape Sounion and Delphi. Perfect for those who already have overnight accommodation, this guided tour lets you see some of Greece’s best-preserved ruins and scenic locations. On one day, see Athens’ Acropolis and Parthenon and then venture to Cape Sounion's Temple of Poseidon, a white beacon gleaming atop a cliff overlooking the Aegean Sea. The other day, journey back to classical Greece with a day trip to Delphi, the site of the most important oracle in the classical Greek world.

Enjoy a  tour of Acropolis monuments and the city center of Athens with your private licensed tour guide. Your licensed tour guide will meet you in a central location of your choice, and you will start the tour of the landmark of the Greek capital. After you walk to the magnificent Acropolis and Parthenon, Erechtheum, Propylaeum Gates, the temple of Nike, you visit the historical neighborhood of Athens, Plaka, with its picturesque streets and beautiful neoclassical balconies. Finish your tour by visiting the culinary back roads of the city, enjoying some of the most famous delicacies of the country, such as pies, souvlaki, deserts, and local coffee—a proper local lunch.

This tour is made with a licensed guide who walks with you in the archeological areas and monuments and has a certification and license.

Explore Athens, the cradle of civilization, on a half-day shore excursion from Piraeus Port. With an expert private guide at your side, walk up the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens (entrance own expense), seeing beguiling structures like the Parthenon. On a tour around town by minivan, see top Athens attractions such as Hadrian’s Arch and Syntagma Square – the focal point of the city.

A fun kid and family exploration through history and the ancient heart of Athens!

Grasp the glory of the Greek civilization and feel the vibrancy of the city in this amazing half-day educational tour especially catered for families. Enjoy a guided tour of the Acropolis, which will be brought to life thanks to augmented reality, and get inspired by the thrilling collection of unique ancient artifacts housed at the New Acropolis Museum.

•Visit the city’s most important archeological sites
•Enjoy a guided tour with a child-friendly state-licensed guide
•Listen to interesting stories and myths of the past
•Take in stunning panoramic views

Explore Athens with your own private English speaking driver on a  4 hour tour and discover the Acropolis of Athens, Temple of Zeus, Panathenian Stadium and more!  Continue to observe the Changing of the Guard ceremony outside the  Athens National Gardens. Then you take a walk up the slopes of the city’s famous Aropolis. See the Parthenon and other intriguing monuments. Finish with a stroll around the agora — the hub of ancient Athens. Your driver will be waiting for you at the designated point to transfer you back to your starting point

Combine three best-selling tours for a two-day immersion in Athens, Cape Sounion, Mycenae and Epidaurus. Perfect for those who already have overnight accommodation, this guided tour takes you to Greece’s best-preserved ruins and scenic locations. On one day, see Athens’ Acropolis and Parthenon and then venture to Cape Sounion's Temple of Poseidon, a gleaming cliff-top beacon overlooking the Aegean Sea. The other day, explore ancient remains in the city of Mycenae and visit the small village of Epidaurus, home to UNESCO World Heritage-listed Sanctuary of Asklepios and Ancient Amphitheatre of Epidaurus.

Explore Athens visit Acropolis and the ancient sites of Mycenae and Epidaurus on this Super Saver that combines two best-selling tours over two days! See the sights of Athens on a half-day tour, from the changing of the guard at Constitution Square to the hilltop Parthenon. Then take a full-day trip to Mycenae and Epidaurus, two ancient sites of classical Greece on the beautiful Saronic Gulf coast. Each tour takes place on a separate day, and it’s your choice whether you do the Athens half-day tour on Day 1 and visit Mycenae and Epidaurus on Day 2, or vice versa.

Explore Athens with a private guide on a 6 hour tour and discover the UNESCO listed Acropolis of Athens, Temple of Zeus, Panathenian Stadium and more! After admiring the downtown city sights, watch the changing of the Guard ceremony outside the Athens National Gardens and take a walk up the slopes of the city's famous Acropolis. Come down from the Acropolis and visit the Acropolis museum. See the Parthenon and other intriguing monuments, learn about the Greek Gods and then walk past the agora, the hub of Ancient Athensr, and finish with a sumptuous lunch/dinner of modern Greek dishes prepared with fresh ingredients.