Acropolis and old Athens walking tour
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Acropolis and old Athens walking tour

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Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Why you’ll love this…
  • Beat the heat and the crowds with early access to the Acropolis
  • Enjoy personalized attention from your professional guide with this small group tour
  • Visit UNESCO-listed Acropolis with your expert guide
  • Explore the most picturesque district of Athens, Plaka
What to expect

Beat the heat and the crowds by accessing the Acropolis early in the morning with your expert guide on this small-group tour.

Meet your guide at Key Tours office, and reach the south slope of the Acropolis, where you will admire the Dionysus Sanctuary and Dionysus Theater. Walk up the hill leading to the Acropolis and have your camera ready for snapping photos of the historical monuments of Acropolis, including the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, and the Pedestal of Agrippa.

Having explored the Acropolis site and going downhill, you will admire many significant sights of the Greek capital. Then, you will walk through the unique district of the city, Plaka and for a while, you will forget the city sounds. Go around Anafiotika, the topmost neighborhood of Plaka and discover its tranquil, picturesque, and mystic hidden corners with your guide. Stroll around the innumerable little alleys and admire the old whitewashed mansions with the carved wooden or imposing iron doors and the colorful painted shutters. Find hidden gems of unspoiled beauty and magnificent views and learn secrets unknown even to many Athenians.

After a while, you will arrive at the Bathhouse of the Winds, the only public bath of Athens surviving at the present days. It dates from the first period of Turkish rule (1453 – 1669) and stands near the Roman forum and the Tower of the Winds. Passing by the Roman Forum, the Fethiye Mosque Museum and the Hadrian's Library, you will end up at Monastiraki Square, perhaps the oldest surviving square of the city.

After the end of the tour, you can visit the flea market, one of the best places to buy just about anything or continue strolling and enjoy your lunch or your coffee at one of the little, picturesque shops, creating memories of a lifetime.

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What's included
  • check Professional and licensed guide
  • check Skip-the-line access at the Acropolis
  • check Acropolis entrance fees (if the option is selected at the time of purchase)
  • check Walking tour
  • check Audio guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Hotel pick up/drop off service
  • x_not_included Acropolis entrance fee (20€ if the option "walking tour" is selected)
Where

Athanasiou Diakou 26, Athens 117 43, Greece

Meeting point:
Please meet at Key Tours Office at 26, Athanasiou Diakou 11743, Athens
What to remember
  • Kindly note that if you purchase the without entrance ticket option, you can directly purchase the entrance ticket at the meeting point and pay by cash or card in euro
  • The option with entrance ticket includes the regular adult-price entrance ticket and people of all ages can use it to enter, paying the full price. Infants aged 0-5 years and EU citizens aged from 6-24 years old can also enter with a reduced-price ticket. To use this offer, book the option without entrance ticket, go to the ticket booth on-site, and present a valid ID or a copy of your passport to get a discounted or free printed entrance ticket
  • This tour operates with a maximum of 18 people per group
  • Children up to 3 years can join the walking tour free of charge
  • Due to the uneven and steep surfaces, this activity is unsuitable for anyone who has difficulties walking.
  • It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes
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Provider
Key Tours S.A
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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    October 25, 2025

    Able to see the major site on and around the Acropolis. The guide was helpful in placing the archaeology within the general sweep of history. There was enough time to take photos and look around, but without hanging around. Excellent

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