--- title: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour lang: en type: tour city: Athens country: Greece price: 34 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.77 reviews: 6830 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [de, en, fr] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 75 of 82 (Acropolis Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/acropolis-and-parthenon-guided-walking-tour/ --- # Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour In our comparison: #75 of 82 in Acropolis Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Explore the magnificent Acropolis of Athens with a licensed professional guide in a relaxed and unforgettable way. Visit in the morning or afternoon and enjoy cooler temperatures, fewer crowds and a leisurely pace. Admire the glorious Parthenon, Propylaea, Erechtheion and other iconic monuments while your expert guide brings ancient Athens to life through fascinating stories, history and mythology. Choose from several tour options to create the experience that suits you best. Upgrade with a visit to the world-renowned Acropolis Museum and discover remarkable treasures behind the monuments. You can also extend your experience by 2 hours for a deeper exploration of Athens and its ancient heritage. Enjoy a professionally organized experience with our dream team of knowledgeable, licensed guides, dedicated to expert storytelling, personal attention and seamless handling from start to finish. Discover the Acropolis with a team that makes your visit truly special. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet your guide inside the tour office… - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Max 12 people: small group - 14 start times: between 08:00 and 17:30 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Persons under 18 years old they must need their… **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €34 per person for the Acropolis WITHOUT entrances option; other options up to €110 - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.77/5 from 6830 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Athens Walks Tour Company - Group: Shared, up to 12 travellers - Guide languages: German, English, French - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 14 start times between 08:00 and 17:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.77 from 6830 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 6452 of 6830. - 5 stars: 5925 (87%) - 4 stars: 527 (8%) - 3 stars: 198 (3%) - 2 stars: 104 (2%) - 1 star: 76 (1%) ## 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 WITHOUT entrances | €34 / person | English | Entrance tickets excluded : IMPORTANT! Extra cost of entrance tickets Duration: 2 hours IMPORTANT: Extra ticket cost !: IMPORTANT NOTE: Doesn't include entrance tickets, you need to buy them at the meeting point or online!-extra cost 30 EUROSp.p | | Acropolis in French or German | €72 / person | German, French | Acropolis with entrance ticket: Book our skip the line afternoon departure in French or German language included entrance tickets | | Acropolis tour with entrance tickets | €72 / person | English | Included entrance tickets : Entrance tickets included 20 max group Duration: 2 hours Acropolis WITH entrance ticket: This option is the best choice if you want a stress-free experience with guaranteed entrance tickets secured in advance. | | Acropolis Semi private (12max) | €90 / person | English | Included entrance tickets Duration: 2 hours Semi-Private 12 max group: Enjoy a more personal Acropolis experience in a semi-private group of up to 12 guests. Entrance tickets are included | | Acropolis+Museum+all entrances | €110 / person | English | FULL PACKAGE: Included all entrance tickers. Expand your experience with a visit to Acropolis museum after the Acropolis. Duration: 4 hours: We this option you add the Acropolis museum +2hours tour (4hours duration) included the entrance tickets of Acropolis+Museum Included guided tour at museum: We this option you add the Acropolis museum +2hours tour (4hours duration) included the entrance tickets of Acropolis+Museum | ## What's included - Professional licensed tour guide - Entrance tickets of Acropolis monuments (if you pick the option with tickets) - Small groups of maximum 20 people per guide - Professional meeting point (check in area) with WIFI available close to Acropolis - Whisper tour guide system for better listening of your guide (for groups larger than 5) ## Not included - Food and drinks - Gratuities (about 5-10%) - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Acropolis Entry Ticket (unless option is selected) - Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket (unless option is selected) ## Itinerary 1. **Acropolis** (15m) - of Athens monuments include Parthenon, Erechtium, Herodes Atticus Odeon, Ancient theater of Dionysus, Propylaia Gates, Temple of Nike. Tickets cost 30 euros per adult and free for non adults with show of the passports. Unless you book "with entrance tickets option of the tour" 2. **Parthenon** (30m) - Acropolis of Athens monuments include Parthenon, Erechtium, Herodes Atticus Odeon, Ancient theater of Dionysus, Propylaia Gates, Temple of Nike. Tickets cost 20 euros per adult and free for non adults with show of the passports. Unless you book "with entrance tickets option... 3. **Theatre of Dionysus** (15m; admission included) - Acropolis of Athens monuments include Parthenon, Erechtium, Herodes Atticus Odeon, Ancient theater of Dionysus, Propylaia Gates, Temple of Nike. Tickets cost 20 euros per adult and free for non adults with show of the passports. Unless you book "with entrance tickets option... 4. **Herod Atticus Odeon** (15m; admission included) - Acropolis of Athens monuments include Parthenon, Erechtium, Herodes Atticus Odeon, Ancient theater of Dionysus, Propylaia Gates, Temple of Nike. Tickets cost 20 euros per adult and free for non adults with show of the passports. Unless you book "with entrance tickets option... 5. **Erectheion** (15m; admission included) - Acropolis of Athens monuments include Parthenon, Erechtium, Herodes Atticus Odeon, Ancient theater of Dionysus, Propylaia Gates, Temple of Nike. Tickets cost 20 euros per adult and free for non adults with show of the passports. Unless you book "with entrance tickets option... 6. **Temple of Athena Nike** (15m; admission included) - Acropolis of Athens monuments include Parthenon, Erechtium, Herodes Atticus Odeon, Ancient theater of Dionysus, Propylaia Gates, Temple of Nike. Tickets cost 20 euros per adult and free for non adults with show of the passports. Unless you book "with entrance tickets option... 7. **Propylaea** (15m; admission included) - Acropolis of Athens monuments include Parthenon, Erechtium, Herodes Atticus Odeon, Ancient theater of Dionysus, Propylaia Gates, Temple of Nike. Tickets cost 20 euros per adult and free for non adults with show of the passports. Unless you book "with entrance tickets option... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 14 start times between 08:00 and 17:30 - 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 Meet your guide inside the tour office of Athens Walks at Porinou 5, 11742. Please be there 15 minutes in advance. Do not forget to add the postal code 11742 when you search for the address on your GPS. ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Persons under 18 years old they must need their passports to ensure their age as they have a discounted entrance ticket, a photocopy on mobile device will work too. - EU citizens under 25 years old they should bring their passports too, a photo copy on a mobile device or passport or ID will work - Entrance fees are included (unless you book without entrance tickets) - if you choose without you will need to book them on line at the official website asap since they can be sold out days in advance, if still tickets are sold please inform us to book them for you in advance - Infants must sit on laps - Strollers are not allowed within Acropolis, you can leave your stroller at the meeting point in our premises at Porinou 5. - Not wheelchair accessible - You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity. - Children must be accompanied by an adult - Confirmation will be received at time of booking - Please make sure this tour includes approximately one mile of walking uphill/downhill on uneven surfaces and 200 steps (both ways). - Guests are advised to wear flat and comfortable walking shoes. Large backpacks and oversized purses are not permitted inside the site. Long queues and waiting might occur and every effort is made to coordinate the best timings for visits. ## Compared with other Acropolis Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #75 of 82** | €34 | 2h | 4.77 (6830) | shared, max 12 | | [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 #75 of 82 in Acropolis Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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