Walks In Europe - Athens (Pass By)

Join your small group at the Acropolis metro station. Get to know your Greek licensed guide as she goes over the day's itinerary.

Acropolis

Escape the crowds and delve into the renowned Acropolis with our exclusive small-group walking tour. Embark on a journey through the wonders of the ancient world, led by our expert local guide, who will immerse you in Greek history and culture. Skip the long queues with pre-reserved tickets, allowing you to begin your exploration of the Acropolis immediately. As the most iconic monument in Athens, the Acropolis beckons with its rich history and architectural splendor. Our comprehensive tour includes visits to the Erechtheion, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Propylaia, and the legendary Parthenon.

1 hour 30 minutes

Parthenon

Visit the Parthenon, a majestic symbol of ancient Greek civilization nestled atop the Acropolis in Athens! Embark on a captivating journey through history as you explore this iconic temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, the city's patron deity. Marvel at the Doric columns and intricate friezes that adorn the exterior, each telling a story of mythology, warfare, and civic pride.

45 minutes

Propylaea (Pass By)

Explore the Propylaea on its domineering hill standing in harmony with their natural surroundings. See how this unique masterpieces of ancient architecture innovatively combine different orders and styles of Classical art.

Erectheion (Pass By)

Get an excellent understanding of this magnificent part of the Acropolis from your expert local guide. Visualize the Acropolis of the fifth century BC, still one of the most accurate reflections of the splendor, power, and wealth of that era. Enjoy Athens as it was at its highest peak, during the golden age of Perikles.

N/A (Pass By)

Here you can enjoy the views over the city and all the way to the Aegean Sea. Follow your guide on a different route towards the south exit so that you also see the Altar of Asclepius and the Theater of Dionysus, the birthplace of theater drama.

Tempio Di Athena Nike (Pass By)

Discover the temples on the north side of the Acropolis that most visitors miss out on. Take a break after you walk through the temples that primarily housed the earlier Athenian cults and those of the Olympian gods.

Acropolis Museum

Continue to the Acropolis Museum for the second part of the tour. Explore the stunning glass floors, under which see the excavations, and follow your guide as they point out treasures from the ancient Greek civilization. See original pieces from the temples in Acropolis, and learn about their historical context from your guide. Ask your guide about the impressive Elgin Marbles in the Parthenon Gallery. Finish your guided tour in The Archaic Gallery, which houses statues that predate the Acropolis! After your guided tour, you have the option to stay in the museum and continue exploring, or enjoy the views over the city.

45 minutes