Excursions & day trips

Athens city tour and Acropolis Museum visit

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£95.00

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Language: English, French

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Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours

Entrance fees included

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Why you’ll love this…

Panathenaic Stadium – site of first modern Olympics
Tour the Acropolis and Parthenon
Guided visit of the Acropolis Museum

What to expect

A wealth of ancient treasures is packed into central Athens. On this guided morning tour, you'll uncover some of its megastars, including the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parthenon and Acropolis – and also enjoy a guided visit to the Acropolis Museum.

You'll be taken to the Panathenaic Stadium, site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. Next, follow a route steeped in history, taking in landmarks such as the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Academy, the National Library and Syntagma Square – home of the Greek parliament.

Then it's on to the Acropolis, where your guide will bring to life the history behind such seminal structures as the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike – and, of course, the Parthenon. Finish the morning with a guided visit to the award-winning Acropolis Museum. It's built over an archaeological site, which can be surveyed as you enter.

What's included

Transport
Guide
Entrance fees

What to remember

Wear shoes suitable for a lot of walking
Bring money for refreshments and souvenirs
Bring your passport or official EU identification

Provider

TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA, with Tax Number 094469778 and Travel License Number 0261Ε60000126100

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Karen Martin Rodriguez
From United States of America - May 2025

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45 - 54 years old

Excellent
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The guide eleni was knowledgeable and experienced and put everyone at their ease with a great sense of humour .she took care of the guests with restri ...
Anonymous
From United States of America - July 2024

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Tour guide was the best ever, even though it was quite hot that day, she took her time and made sure everyone was ok. Very informative and also offer ...

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