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Beat the Heat Acropolis Mythology Tour - Small group

4.7 · 188 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 94% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Athens Operated by Alternative Athens Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h
Group
Shared, up to 15 travellers
Guide languages
English, French
Start & pickup
08:00, 14:45, 16:45 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission not included, pay on site
Booking
mobile ticket

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Tour in EnglishThe page priceEnglish€45
Tour In FrenchFrench€45

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 22 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Fun map of ancient Athens
  • Small group for an optimal experience
  • 2-hour guided tour with an English-speaking licensed guide
  • Hotel transfer
  • Food or drinks
  • Acropolis Entry Ticket (we can prepurchase for you)

Reviews

4.7
188 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 177 of 188

Star breakdown of all 188 ratings

5 stars
161 · 86%
4 stars
16 · 9%
3 stars
4 · 2%
2 stars
2 · 1%
1 star
5 · 3%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Your meeting point is under the Arch of Hadrian (Hadrian's Gate), on Leof. Vasilisis Amalias. The closest metro station is ACROPOLIS and then you’ll need to walk 5’ to get to the Arch of Hadrian. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a sign "ALTERNATIVE ATHENS".
Departure
08:00, 14:45, 16:45 daily; scheduled through September 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Alternative Athens; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

**Small group size: 15 people maximum**

The afternoon or early morning hours are perfect to visit the greatest landmark in Athens. With thinner crowds and cooler temperatures, you'll visit the world-famous Acropolis in ideal conditions with this 2-hour small group guided tour.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Strollers, backpacks and big bags are not allowed at the Acropolis and should not be taken on the tour

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food not included Food or drinks

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Acropolis Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #72 of 82€452h4.73 (188)shared, max 15
Athens Acropolis Official E-Scooter Guided Tour Fat E-Bike€592h5.0 (564)shared
Athens Scenic Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis€352h 30m4.96 (3655)shared
Acropolis E-bike Tour With Entrance Tickets€694h 30m4.97 (738)shared

Ranked #72 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. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 82 Acropolis Tours

From €45 per adult · Tour in English