--- title: Acropolis and Acropolis Museum PRIVATE Tour with Licensed Expert lang: en type: tour city: Athens country: Greece price: 149 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.91 reviews: 564 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [de, en, it] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 15 of 82 (Acropolis Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/acropolis-and-acropolis-museum-private-tour-with-licensed-expert/ --- # Acropolis and Acropolis Museum PRIVATE Tour with Licensed Expert In our comparison: #15 of 82 in Acropolis Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview In the company of a Professional Licensed, Archaeological guide experience the Acropolis with its iconic Parthenon and temples, the Theater of Dionysus, and the New Acropolis Museum. Exclusive and dedicated to your group alone, your private guide will bring to life the pinnacle of the classical Greek period along with its associated masterpieces housed in the nearby Museum for a once in a lifetime experience. Flexible booking Options exclude the Museum to offer the following additional choices: ACROPOLIS ONLY, for a focused 90-Minute expert tour of this site only; ACROPOLIS & ANCIENT AGORA, for a combined 3-hr tour of the Acropolis and Ancient Agora; WITH VEHICLE OPTION, for a 5-hr tour also including the wider Athens City Highlights as well as return transfers from the Cruise Ship Port or central Athens Hotel. ## Before you book - Pickup differs by option: Hotel pickup only on 1 of 4 options (WITH VEHICLE OPTION 5-hr) - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 8 start times: between 08:00 and 16:30 - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** Hotel pickup only on 1 of 4 options (WITH VEHICLE OPTION 5-hr) ## Key facts - Price: from €149 per person for the ACROPOLIS ONLY 90-Minute option; other options up to €439 - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.91/5 from 564 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: WARMPENGUIN - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour · private option available - Guide languages: German, English, Italian - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 08:00, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.91 from 564 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 550 of 564. - 5 stars: 533 (95%) - 4 stars: 17 (3%) - 3 stars: 10 (2%) - 2 stars: 2 (0%) - 1 star: 2 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | ACROPOLIS ONLY 90-Minute | €149 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Italian, German | Option excludes the Museum Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes PLEASE NOTE: After completion, your guide will leave you in the Acropolis so you have more time to enjoy the views & take photos. | | ACROPOLIS & MUSEUM 3-hr | €191 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Italian, German | 3-HOUR PRIVATE TOUR: Private expert guiding of the Parthenon & Temples of the Acropolis, and the New Acropolis Museum WALKING TOUR Duration: 3 hours | | ACROPOLIS & ANCIENT AGORA 3-hr | €191 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Italian, German | 3-HOUR PRIVATE TOUR : Private expert guiding of the Parthenon & Temples of the Acropolis, and the Ancient Agora (option excludes the Museum) WALKING TOUR Duration: 3 hours END POINT: If choosing this option your tour ends at the Agora | | WITH VEHICLE OPTION 5-hr | €439 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Italian, German | 5-HOUR PRIVATE TOUR BY VEHICLE: ACROPOLIS - ACROPOLIS MUSEUM - TEMPLE OF ZEUS - HADRIANS ARCH - OLYMPIC STADIUM - ATHENS TRILOGY - SYNTAGMA SQUARE & GUARDS FREE CRUISE SHIP & HOTEL PCKUP: Door to Door pickup & Return are included from the Cruise Port, or any Central Athens Address. Luxury Class Mercedes: With Free WiFi, Chilled Bottled Water, Air Condirtion | ## What's included - FULLY PRIVATE TOUR. Only your group is guided exclusively from start to finish - 'ACROPOLIS & ANCIENT AGORA' Option: includes a 3-hr visit to the Acropolis & Ancient Agora - 'ACROPOLIS ONLY' Option: includes a 90-Minute visit to the Acropolis only. - 'ACROPOLIS & MUSEUM' Option: includes a 3-hr visit to the Acropolis & New Acropolis Museum - ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXPERT GUIDES. All are fully Accredited State Licensed Official Archaeologists - 'WITH VEHICHLE OPTION' Includes a 5-hr by luxury Vehicle with return transfers & other City Sites ## Not included - Ancient Agora Entrance Fee - Transfers by Vehicle. UNLESS choosing the 'WITH VEHICLE OPTION'. - Acropolis 30 Euro. Acropolis Museum 20 Euro ## Itinerary 1. **Makrygianni** (pass by, no stop) - Our Private tour takes 3-Hours which is roughly split into 80 Minutes at the Acropolis and associated Temples, Theaters and buildings, and 80 Minutes at the Acropolis Museum. MEETING OUR GUIDE. Your guide will be waiting at the 'Acropoli' Metro Station at street level which... 2. **Acropolis** (1h 20m) - TOURING THE ACROPOLIS and PARTHENON. Usually, you will continue first with a visit to the Acropolis lasting approximately 80 minutes during which time you will see all of the Temples, Theaters, and associated buildings such as the monumental gateway (Propylaea), Odeon of... 3. **Theatre of Dionysus** (pass by, no stop) - Still in a good state of preservation, one of our first stops is the Ancient THEATER OF DIONYSUS. Built in the 4th & 5th century BC in a natural amphitheater o nthe slopes of the Acropolis it would have had an impressive capacity of 25000, it is considered the world's oldest.... 4. **Ascend towards the monumental gateway (Propylaia) and entrance to the Acropolis** (pass by, no stop) - As the Temples of the Acropolis come into view, the Ancient Greeks would have been greeted by an enormous decorated Bronze Statue of the Goddess Athena. As legend has it, the tip of her upheld spear could be seen by incoming ships in the sunlight. 5. **Temple of Athena Nike** (pass by, no stop) - Built around 420 BC, and one of the earliest temples of the Acropolis, this Classical Ionic Temple was dedicated to the Goddess Athena and is largely restored, with a prominent position overlooking the City. 6. **Parthenon** (pass by, no stop) - The pinnacle of the 'Golden-Age' of Classical Greece, this temple was an unrivaled mastepiece of Art, Architecture and Engineering as well as the heart of Ancient Greek ceremony and worship in Athens. We Take time at this most important temple with an overview of its... 7. **Erectheion** (pass by, no stop) - The second largest temple of the Acropolis, the Erechtheion was Dedicated to both Zeus and the Goddess Athens and your guide will illuminate some of its wonderful Mythology and main aspects such as its impressive statues that you will now see in the Museum. 8. **Herod Atticus Odeon** (pass by, no stop) - Built in AD 161 by Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife, this stunning Marble amphitheater continues as a working theater to the present day. 9. **Acropolis Museum** (1h 20m) - TOURING THE NEW ACROPOLIS MUSEUM (approximately 80 minutes) A short distance from the Acropolis you will see many of its original masterpieces along with models, videos & interactive installations housed in this state-of-the-art museum. Your guide will illuminate the most... 10. **Acropolis** (pass by, no stop) - ACROPOLIS ONLY OPTION(2-hrs): If selecting this tour option during booking we recommend selecting a time after lunch for a crowd-free experience as well as enjoying the 'Golden Light' and the best time to view the honey-colored hues of the temple's ancient Architecture and... 11. **Athens** (pass by, no stop) - CITY TOUR LUXURY VEHICLE OPTION (5-hrs tour by vehicle): If selecting this tour option during booking you will be picked up from your Cruise Ship, Central Athens Hotel, or other Address. 5-HOUR PRIVATE TOUR BY VEHICLE: ACROPOLIS - ACROPOLIS MUSEUM - TEMPLE OF ZEUS - HADRIANS... 12. **Ancient Agora of Athens** (pass by, no stop) - ACROPOLIS & ANCIENT AGORA OPTION (3-hr): If selecting this tour option, both the Acropolis and Ancient Greek Agora with its depth of history will be brought to life by your private Guide. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Makrigianni 7, Athina 117 42 (at the top of the escalator at the entrance to the 'Akropoli' metro). Your guide will have a sign with the name of the lead traveller. If choosing the 'CITY TOUR LUXURY VEHICLE' option, return transfers are included from your cruise ship or central Athens address. Ends: If selecting the Acropolis only option, your tour may end in the Acropolis so you can enjoy the views. If selecting the Acropolis & Museum Option, your tour may end in the Museum. If selecting the option including the Ancient Agora, your tour will end there. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - ADMISSION TICKETS: Please note that admission is not included. We will contact you after booking to ask if you need us to purchase Skip-The-Line Tickets, so your guide has them all ready for you! Kindly check your messages after booking. If you have not replied, we assume you have purchased your tickets for the appropriate time slots & we are not responsible for any delays. - WHISPER COMMUNICATION SYSTEM included for groups of 6 or more - ACROPOLIS & AGORA OPTION: Please note there is some walking distance between these sites with rough cobbles so not recommended for anyone with limited mobility. Tour ends at Agora. - ACROPOLIS ONLY OPTION: Please note this tour ends inside the Acropolis to allow you additional time on your own for photos and city veiws. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €298 | €149 | | 4 | €308 | €77 | | 6 | €342 | €57 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Acropolis Tours start at €24 per person. ## Compared with other Acropolis Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #15 of 82** | €149 | 3h | 4.91 (564) | private | | [Athens Acropolis Official E-Scooter Guided Tour Fat E-Bike](/greece/athens/tours/athens-acropolis-official-e-scooter-guided-tour-fat-e-bike/?format=md) | €59 | 2h | 5.0 (564) | shared | | [Athens Scenic Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis](/greece/athens/tours/athens-scenic-bike-tour-with-regular-or-electric-bike-acropolis/?format=md) | €35 | 2h 30m | 4.96 (3655) | shared | | [Acropolis E-bike Tour With Entrance Tickets](/greece/athens/tours/acropolis-e-bike-tour-with-entrance-tickets/?format=md) | €69 | 4h 30m | 4.97 (738) | shared | Ranked #15 of 82 in Acropolis Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €24 to €447, median €109; typical length 3h 55m. 38 of 82 are private. 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