Your experience at Acropolis and Parthenon

Discover the heart of ancient Athens with tickets that offer flexible access to the Acropolis, Parthenon and their surrounding treasures. Select a guided tour for in-depth historical context or opt for a self-paced immersion supported by a multilingual audio guide.

Starting your journey

Your experience commences at the Acropolis, Athens’ most celebrated hilltop citadel. Meet your guide for a scheduled tour or initiate your discovery independently with a ready-to-use audio guide, accessible in several languages.

Exploring the Acropolis

Step through the grand Propylaea, the impressive entrance gateway, before exploring some of the world’s best-preserved classical ruins. Take in the grandeur of the Parthenon, learning about its unique construction, role in religious rituals, and how it has stood the test of time.

• Admire the Erechtheion, famed for its graceful Caryatid columns

• Visit the Temple of Athena Nike, symbolizing Greek victory and city pride

• Learn about ancient myths and daily life from your audio or expert guide

Continue your journey at the Theater of Dionysus, where Athenian drama was born, and stop by the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, a still-active Roman-era amphitheater renowned for its acoustics and architectural presence.

Including the Acropolis Museum (optional)

Upgrade for access to the state-of-the-art Acropolis Museum. Here you’ll view the original Caryatids, the Parthenon Marbles and intricate friezes, as well as everyday items used by ancient Athenians. Delve into the museum’s glass-floored excavations for a glimpse of an underground Athenian district frozen in time.

Discover Athens Old Town (Plaka) (optional)

Some ticket options provide a Plaka Old Town audio guide, allowing you to roam historic lanes, explore ancient churches and savor the ambiance of traditional tavernas while learning about the area’s evolution from its Byzantine roots to the modern era.

Practical details

• Both guided and audio tours are available in English, French, German, Spanish and Italian

• All entry tickets are for a specific date and time and must be presented as mobile or printed tickets on arrival

• Wheelchair access is available at specific site entrances; please check in advance for details

With your Acropolis Parthenon ticket, flexibility is key—opt for structured insight from an expert or enjoy complete freedom to dwell where your interests lie most.

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