--- title: Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert lang: en type: tour city: Athens country: Greece price: 149 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.88 reviews: 43 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [de, el, en, it] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 42 of 82 (Acropolis Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/acropolis-plaka-neighbourhood-private-tour-with-licensed-expert/ --- # Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert In our comparison: #42 of 82 in Acropolis Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview An Expert led Private Tour Combining a visit to the Acropolis and Parthenon, with a fascinating exploration of the most beautiful streets and neighborhoods of the Plaka. The Acropolis with its impressive towering Monuments and Temples dedicated to the Goddess Athena and powerful god Poseidon will be brought to life by your experienced Expert Guide among the panoramic views to the city below before you descend through the olive trees to the most picturesque districts of the Old Town. Here you will explore the most beautiful and quintessential places such as the Anafiotika Neighborhood, Lysikrates Monument, Filimouso Square, Lyssiou and Mnesikleous streets among many other sites and some hidden off the beaten track places. Going at your own pace & suitable for all ages this is a wonderful start to any tour of Greece. Flexible booking options also let you include: Acropolis Admission Tickets, a shorter Acropolis Only Tour, or Traditional Food Tastings at Authentic Local Eateries. ## Before you book - Meeting point: MEETING POINT: Makrigianni 7, - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 10 start times: between 07:30 and 16:30 - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €149 per person for the ACROPOLIS only option; other options up to €253 - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.88/5 from 43 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: WARMPENGUIN - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: German, EL, English, Italian - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 10 start times between 07:30 and 16:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.88 from 43 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 41 of 43. - 5 stars: 40 (93%) - 4 stars: 1 (2%) - 3 stars: 2 (5%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (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 | €149 / person (for 2+ people) | EL, Italian, English, German | ACROPOLIS PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: Private expert guiding of all the Temples and structures of the Acropolis including the PARTHENON ADMISSION NOT INCLUDED: Acropolis tickets are not included. We can purchase these on request after booking (extra cost) Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes YOUR GUIDE: Our guides are Exclusively State Licensed Archaeological Experts with years of experience, and most holding advanced degrees. FULLY PRIVATE TOUR: Your tour is fully private from start to finish. | | ACROPOLIS & PLAKA | €191 / person (for 2+ people) | EL, Italian, English, German | ACROPOLIS PRIVATE TOUR: Guiding through all the Temples and structures of the Acropolis including the PARTHENON PLAKA PRIVATE TOUR: Explore the most beautiful streets & hidden highlights from the Anafiotika Neighbourhood to Lysikrates, Filimouso & more! ADMISSION NOT INCLUDED: Acropolis tickets are not included. We can purchase these on request after booking (extra cost) Duration: 3 hours YOUR GUIDE: Our guides are Exclusively State Licensed Archaeological Experts with years of experience, and most holding advanced degrees. FULLY PRIVATE TOUR: Your tour is fully private from start to finish. | | ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Food | €223 / person (for 2+ people) | EL, Italian, English, German | ACROPOLIS PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: Private expert guiding of all the Temples and structures of the Acropolis including the PARTHENON PLAKA PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: Explore the most beautiful streets & hidden highlights from the Anafiotika Neighbourhood to Lysikrates, Filimouso & more! ADMISSION TICKETS NOT INCLUDED: Acropolis tickets are not included. We can purchase these on request after booking (extra cost) Duration: 3 hours TRADITIONAL FOOD TASTING: At several local eateries, sample a variety foods including your choice of dish (equivalent to lunch. Vegetarian available). YOUR GUIDE: Our guides are Exclusively State Licensed Archaeological Experts with years of experience, and most holding advanced degrees. FULLY PRIVATE TOUR: Your tour is fully private from start to finish. | | ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Tickets | €253 / person (for 2+ people) | EL, Italian, English, German | ACROPOLIS PRIVATE TOUR: Guiding through all the Temples and structures of the Acropolis including the PARTHENON PLAKA PRIVATE TOUR: Explore the most beautiful streets & hidden highlights from the Anafiotika Neighbourhood to Lysikrates, Filimouso & more! SKIP-THE-LINE TICKETS: Tickets and their cost for the Acropolis Archaeological Site are included. Your guide will have them ready Duration: 3 hours YOUR GUIDE: Our guides are Exclusively State Licensed Archaeological Experts with years of experience, and most holding advanced degrees. FULLY PRIVATE TOUR: Your tour is fully private from start to finish. | ## What's included - FULLY PRIVATE TOUR. Only your group is guided exclusively from start to finish - BOOKING OPTION (Acropolis Only): Includes a Private Guided Tour of the Acropolis only. - ACROPOLIS & PLAKA. 3-Hour Private Guided Tour - ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXPERT GUIDES. All are fully Accredited State Licensed Official Archaeologists - BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Food): Includes Traditional Food Tastings at local eateries - BOOKING OPTION: (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Tickets): Includes Skip-The-Line Acropolis Admission Tickets - WHISPER COMMUNICATION SYSTEM is included for groups of 6 or more ## Not included - Archaeological Site Entrance Tickets & Cost (unless choosing this booking option) ## Itinerary 1. **Makrygianni** (10m) - MEETING OUR GUIDE. Your guide will be waiting at 7 Makrygianni Street (close to the New Acropolis Museum). Our meeting spot provides an ideal perspective from which to view the surrounding wall of the Acropolis built by the earlier Mycenean civilization and to provide you... 2. **Acropolis** (1h 20m) - TOURING THE ACROPOLIS and PARTHENON. Your informative guide will bring to life all of the major sites inside the Acropolis including: The THEATER OF DIONYSUS, considered the worlds oldest, and upwards to the gigantic entrance of the PROPHILIA, to hear about all of the Temples... 3. **Plaka** (1h 20m) - TOURING THE PLAKA. Walk in the footsteps of the ancient Athenians, philosophers & founders of Democracy as you continue from the Acropolis through the pretty narrow streets & squares of the old town passing the many monuments from Classical Greek & Roman times as your... 4. **Acropolis** (pass by, no stop) - ENDING YOUR TOUR. Your Guide will end your tour at the Plaka unless you have selected a booking option which either extends your tour with food tastings, or ends at the Acropolis. 5. **Acropolis** (pass by, no stop) - BOOKING OPTION TO INCLUDE FOOD TASTING If you have selected this booking option you can also immerse yourself in local Greek Food Culture as you learn about many traditional delicacies, from Loukomades to yemista', yigandes' beeftekia, and many others, including a wide... 6. **Acropolis** (pass by, no stop) - BOOKING OPTION TO TOUR THE ACROPOLIS ONLY: If selecting this option, then your tour will include 90-minutes private Guiding of the Acropolis only (and not Plaka). 7. **Acropolis** (pass by, no stop) - BOOKING OPTION TO INCLUDE ACROPOLIS TICKETS If you have selected this booking option, your guide will have your dated and timed entry tickets ready for you. You need do nothing more. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10 start times between 07:30 and 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 MEETING POINT: Makrigianni 7, Athina. 117 42 (close to the Acropolis Museum) Your guide will have a sign with the name of the lead traveler written. Ends: The Tour ends in the Plaka unless choosing the Acropolis only option, in which case it ends in the Acropolis. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - ADMISSION TICKETS: Are included ONLY when selecting the 'Admission Tickets' option. For all other options we can still have skip-the-line tickets for you by request (to our email: reservations@warmpenguin.gr. Extra cost), or you can buy your own tickets directly. If you have booked an option other than the one including tickets and we have received no written request from you to buy them, then we expect that you will turn up with your own tickets for the appropriate date and time slot.. - BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS Only): Includes a Licensed Official Guide with a tour of the Acropolis only. Tour ends in the Acropolis so you can enjoy the city views & have more time for photos. - BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Food): Immerse yourself in Local food Culture with this option, which includes Traditional Food Tastings at local eateries and your choice of dish (equivalent to lunch. Vegetarian available). - BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Tickets): Includes Admission Costs and Timed Entry Tickets for the Acropolis. Your guide will have them ready for you. - FAMILY FRIENDLY. Our Guides are highly experienced with all ages and multigenerational families and will adapt accordingly to any level to keep the most interest and engagement for your entire group ## 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 · #42 of 82** | €149 | 3h | 4.88 (43) | 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 #42 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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