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Walk through Athens’ golden age, marvel at the Parthenon Gallery, and glimpse everyday life in the buried city below, with flexible ticket options for every visitor.
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Add a multilingual audio guide to explore at your own pace, with stories of the Caryatids’ silent defiance, the Parthenon’s once-bright sculptures, and Plaka’s hidden courtyards, complete with offline maps.
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Upgrade to include the Acropolis and Parthenon for a hassle-free visit, combining Athens’ most iconic landmark and its treasures in one seamless experience.
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With the guided combo tour, skip past long entry queues and learn more about Athens’ history with vivid stories of gods, democracy, and the people who once lived among these ruins.
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Fun fact: The Acropolis Museum’s glass walkways are designed so visitors literally walk above ancient ruins, bridging the city’s modern present with its timeless past.
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Walk through Athens’ golden age, marvel at the Parthenon Gallery, and glimpse everyday life in the buried city below, with flexible ticket options for every visitor.
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Add a multilingual audio guide to explore at your own pace, with stories of the Caryatids’ silent defiance, the Parthenon’s once-bright sculptures, and Plaka’s hidden courtyards, complete with offline maps.
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Upgrade to include the Acropolis and Parthenon for a hassle-free visit, combining Athens’ most iconic landmark and its treasures in one seamless experience.
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With the guided combo tour, skip past long entry queues and learn more about Athens’ history with vivid stories of gods, democracy, and the people who once lived among these ruins.
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Fun fact: The Acropolis Museum’s glass walkways are designed so visitors literally walk above ancient ruins, bridging the city’s modern present with its timeless past.
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Unlock 3 iconic attractions for the price of 1 – explore the Acropolis, Parthenon and Acropolis Museum!
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Save 12% and skip the hassle of separate tickets. Enjoy seamless access to the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Museum with an audio guide and skip-the-line entry.
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The Acropolis, Parthenon, and Museum are all just a short walk apart, maximize your time and explore Athens' top sights with ease.
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Most visitors explore the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Museum in one day, but with this combo, you can choose separate dates for a more relaxed visit!
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Fun fact: The Caryatids at the Acropolis Museum are exact copies; the originals are preserved to prevent damage from air pollution and acid rain.
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Unlock 3 iconic attractions for the price of 1 – explore the Acropolis, Parthenon and Acropolis Museum!
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Save 12% and skip the hassle of separate tickets. Enjoy seamless access to the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Museum with an audio guide and skip-the-line entry.
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The Acropolis, Parthenon, and Museum are all just a short walk apart, maximize your time and explore Athens' top sights with ease.
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Most visitors explore the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Museum in one day, but with this combo, you can choose separate dates for a more relaxed visit!
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Fun fact: The Caryatids at the Acropolis Museum are exact copies; the originals are preserved to prevent damage from air pollution and acid rain.
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See Athens’ greatest ruins and the treasures uncovered from them in one guided experience.
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Benefit from an expert English-speaking guide who weaves myths, architecture, and daily life into vivid stories that bring Athens’ past to life.
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Walk through the Parthenon, Erechtheion, and Theater of Dionysus as your guide explains Athena’s triumph over Poseidon and the democratic debates that once echoed here.
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Step into the Acropolis Museum to see the Parthenon Gallery and Archaic sculptures, discovering how these treasures connect to the ruins above.
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Cover both sites in just under four hours, saving the hassle of separate bookings while gaining a complete picture of Athens’ golden age.
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See Athens’ greatest ruins and the treasures uncovered from them in one guided experience.
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Benefit from an expert English-speaking guide who weaves myths, architecture, and daily life into vivid stories that bring Athens’ past to life.
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Walk through the Parthenon, Erechtheion, and Theater of Dionysus as your guide explains Athena’s triumph over Poseidon and the democratic debates that once echoed here.
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Step into the Acropolis Museum to see the Parthenon Gallery and Archaic sculptures, discovering how these treasures connect to the ruins above.
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Cover both sites in just under four hours, saving the hassle of separate bookings while gaining a complete picture of Athens’ golden age.
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This ticket gives you access to the Acropolis, the Parthenon, its iconic landmarks, and more, with options for guided tours, self-guided visits, and multilingual audio guides.
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Explore the Temple of Athena Nike, Theater of Dionysus Eleuthereus, and Erechtheion, learning about their construction, role in ancient Athens, and the myths that shaped Greek history.
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Opt for a multilingual audio guide to explore at your own pace, or join a guided tour for expert commentary that brings the ruins to life with historical context and compelling stories.
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Upgrade your ticket to include the Acropolis Museum, where you can see the original Caryatids, Parthenon sculptures, and everyday artifacts from ancient Athenian life.
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This ticket gives you access to the Acropolis, the Parthenon, its iconic landmarks, and more, with options for guided tours, self-guided visits, and multilingual audio guides.
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Explore the Temple of Athena Nike, Theater of Dionysus Eleuthereus, and Erechtheion, learning about their construction, role in ancient Athens, and the myths that shaped Greek history.
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Opt for a multilingual audio guide to explore at your own pace, or join a guided tour for expert commentary that brings the ruins to life with historical context and compelling stories.
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Upgrade your ticket to include the Acropolis Museum, where you can see the original Caryatids, Parthenon sculptures, and everyday artifacts from ancient Athenian life.
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See Athens’ top highlights effortlessly with one ticket covering the Acropolis and its celebrated museum.
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Marvel at the Parthenon, Erechtheion, and Temple of Athena Nike, then step into the Museum to see the Parthenon Gallery, Archaic Gallery, and treasures from the slopes of the citadel.
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Explore at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide that shares stories of the Caryatids, the myths carved into the Parthenon friezes, and Plaka’s old-world charm, complete with offline maps.
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Join the guided combo tour to skip queues and walk with an archaeologist, learning about the Parthenon’s optical illusions and Athena’s sacred olive tree at the Erechtheion.
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With the Museum just minutes away, it’s easy to link the iconic ruins with galleries showcasing Parthenon marbles, archaic statues, and everyday finds from Athens’ sacred hill.
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See Athens’ top highlights effortlessly with one ticket covering the Acropolis and its celebrated museum.
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Marvel at the Parthenon, Erechtheion, and Temple of Athena Nike, then step into the Museum to see the Parthenon Gallery, Archaic Gallery, and treasures from the slopes of the citadel.
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Explore at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide that shares stories of the Caryatids, the myths carved into the Parthenon friezes, and Plaka’s old-world charm, complete with offline maps.
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Join the guided combo tour to skip queues and walk with an archaeologist, learning about the Parthenon’s optical illusions and Athena’s sacred olive tree at the Erechtheion.
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With the Museum just minutes away, it’s easy to link the iconic ruins with galleries showcasing Parthenon marbles, archaic statues, and everyday finds from Athens’ sacred hill.
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Enjoy one-time entry to the Acropolis and access to 5 major archaeological sites in Athens with this multi-pass ticket.
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Explore iconic landmarks such as the Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Aristotle’s School, and the Panathenaic Stadium at your own pace.
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Enhance your experience with audio guides for the Acropolis, Parthenon, Ancient Agora, and Plaka, available in 5 languages.
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Choose the combo pass option and enjoy the flexibility to visit the additional sites within three days of your first entry, regardless of when you visit the Acropolis.
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Did you know? Ancient Athens was one of the world’s most powerful cities and the birthplace of democratic government.
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Enjoy one-time entry to the Acropolis and access to 5 major archaeological sites in Athens with this multi-pass ticket.
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Explore iconic landmarks such as the Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Aristotle’s School, and the Panathenaic Stadium at your own pace.
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Enhance your experience with audio guides for the Acropolis, Parthenon, Ancient Agora, and Plaka, available in 5 languages.
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Choose the combo pass option and enjoy the flexibility to visit the additional sites within three days of your first entry, regardless of when you visit the Acropolis.
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Did you know? Ancient Athens was one of the world’s most powerful cities and the birthplace of democratic government.
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Explore Athens on your own terms with one flexible pass that simplifies planning, saves money, and gives you the freedom to choose what you see.
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Walk through history at the Acropolis and Parthenon with skip-the-line entry and an audio tour that brings legendary myths and moments to life.
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See more of the city with a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour, stopping at top attractions and local highlights across Athens, Piraeus, Glyfada, and Vouliagmeni.
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Stay connected on the go with 3 GB of eSIM data included—navigate, book, and share your experience without worrying about roaming charges.
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Upgrade your pass to Classic, Premium, or Deluxe and unlock 1, 2, or 3 extra attractions, from the Acropolis Museum and Ancient Agora to full-day tours of Delphi or Corinth, or even a live Greek theater performance.
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Skip the hassle of multiple bookings with one digital pass, delivered instantly to your inbox for seamless, paper-free entry everywhere.
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Explore Athens on your own terms with one flexible pass that simplifies planning, saves money, and gives you the freedom to choose what you see.
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Walk through history at the Acropolis and Parthenon with skip-the-line entry and an audio tour that brings legendary myths and moments to life.
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See more of the city with a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour, stopping at top attractions and local highlights across Athens, Piraeus, Glyfada, and Vouliagmeni.
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Stay connected on the go with 3 GB of eSIM data included—navigate, book, and share your experience without worrying about roaming charges.
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Upgrade your pass to Classic, Premium, or Deluxe and unlock 1, 2, or 3 extra attractions, from the Acropolis Museum and Ancient Agora to full-day tours of Delphi or Corinth, or even a live Greek theater performance.
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Skip the hassle of multiple bookings with one digital pass, delivered instantly to your inbox for seamless, paper-free entry everywhere.
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Explore ancient Athens your way; choose between a 75-minute Acropolis Museum tour or a full 4-hour guided walk through the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Museum.
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Inside the museum, see the Caryatids up close, explore the glass-walled Parthenon Gallery, and look down into an excavated neighborhood frozen beneath the floors.
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On the Acropolis walk, climb through the Propylaea, pause at the Temple of Athena Nike, and stand in awe before the Parthenon’s marble columns.
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Learn about Athena’s contest with Poseidon, explore the Panathenaic procession in marble, and hear stories of daily Athenian life as your guide brings Athens to life.
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Did you know? The Parthenon was once painted in vivid blues, reds, and golds, but centuries of weathering and time stripped away the pigments, leaving the white marble we see today.
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Explore ancient Athens your way; choose between a 75-minute Acropolis Museum tour or a full 4-hour guided walk through the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Museum.
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Inside the museum, see the Caryatids up close, explore the glass-walled Parthenon Gallery, and look down into an excavated neighborhood frozen beneath the floors.
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On the Acropolis walk, climb through the Propylaea, pause at the Temple of Athena Nike, and stand in awe before the Parthenon’s marble columns.
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Learn about Athena’s contest with Poseidon, explore the Panathenaic procession in marble, and hear stories of daily Athenian life as your guide brings Athens to life.
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Did you know? The Parthenon was once painted in vivid blues, reds, and golds, but centuries of weathering and time stripped away the pigments, leaving the white marble we see today.
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Enter the Acropolis and witness Parthenon's ruins, a former temple dedicated to the goddess Athena.
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Explore the Greek citadel, especially the Porch of the Maidens with columns carved as regal ladies that glow when the sun shines on them.
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Avoid the lines at the Acropolis Museum which houses artifacts like the Head of Alexander The Great, the bronze statue of Goddess Athena and more.
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Enjoy access to the museum's excavation site, revealing the remains of an ancient Athenian neighborhood dating back to 3000 B.C.
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Fun fact: The temple symbol on UNESCO's logo represents the Parthenon, highlighting its global significance and historical importance.
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Enter the Acropolis and witness Parthenon's ruins, a former temple dedicated to the goddess Athena.
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Explore the Greek citadel, especially the Porch of the Maidens with columns carved as regal ladies that glow when the sun shines on them.
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Avoid the lines at the Acropolis Museum which houses artifacts like the Head of Alexander The Great, the bronze statue of Goddess Athena and more.
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Enjoy access to the museum's excavation site, revealing the remains of an ancient Athenian neighborhood dating back to 3000 B.C.
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Fun fact: The temple symbol on UNESCO's logo represents the Parthenon, highlighting its global significance and historical importance.
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About Acropolis Museum
The Acropolis Museum in Athens stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of one of the earliest civilizations of the world. It showcases a wide variety of ancient artifacts and exhibits like sculptures, friezes, and other treasures from the archaeological site of the Acropolis. Designed by Bernard Tschumi and Michalis Fotiadis, the museum opened in 2009. Plan a visit to the Acropolis Museum for impeccable views of the Acropolis and an immersive experience in the heart of antiquity.
Glass floor and archaeological site: The Acropolis Museum allows visitors to get a closer look at their ongoing excavations through a glass floor. It is a unique addition to the museum’s architecture.
Precise alignment: The museum is built so you can view the Acropolis site from its halls. Bernard Tsuchumi had been dedicated to maintaining the museum’s orientation and alignment with the archaeological site.
Parthenon Marbles: It is rumored that the Acropolis Museum initially had an empty gallery in hopes of housing the Parthenon Marbles, which are kept in the British Museum.
Three exhibit levels: The museum is organized into three levels, each dedicated to a specific era. This structured layout facilitates a chronological journey through Greek history, from the Archaic to the Roman period.
Modern architecture meets antiquity: The Acropolis Museum showcases a blend of modern and ancient architectural elements, with its glass floors and layout. The design is sleek and modern, however, you can view the ancient Acropolis from the museum.
Why visit Acropolis Museum?
Highlights
The Parthenon Gallery
Explore the impressive Parthenon Gallery, one of the main highlights of the Acropolis Museum, showcasing the friezes and metopes from the Parthenon temple. It is said that the layout mirrors the dimensions of the actual Parthenon.
The Archaic Gallery
Discover artifacts from the Archaic period, including sculptures and statues, providing insights into the artistic and cultural evolution of ancient Greece.
Propylaea entrance reconstruction
Marvel at the meticulous reconstruction of the Propylaea, the monumental entrance to the Acropolis, featuring columns and ornamental decorations.
The Erechtheion Hall
Admire the Caryatids, female statues serving as columns, from the Erechtheion temple. One of the original Caryatids is housed in the museum, while the others are replaced by replicas to protect them from the elements.
Sculptures from the Temple of Athena Nike
View sculptures and friezes from the Temple of Athena Nike, capturing the grace and beauty of ancient Greek art.
Gallery of the slopes of the Acropolis
Explore the gallery dedicated to the slopes of the Acropolis, displaying artifacts from the sanctuaries and settlements that once surrounded this iconic hill.
Plan your visit
Dionysiou Areopagitou Street entrance
Positioned on Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, this entrance serves as the main access point for many visitors. The Dionysiou Areopagitou Street entrance is often the preferred choice for those strolling through the surrounding neighborhoods or enjoying the scenic route leading up to the Acropolis Museum. It provides easy access to the museum's public spaces and ticketing areas.
Makriyianni Street side entrance
Situated on the Makriyianni Street side, this entrance offers an alternative access point to the Acropolis Museum. Makriyianni Street is known for its lively atmosphere and proximity to various cultural attractions. The Makriyianni Street entrance is convenient for those approaching the museum from different directions or using nearby transportation options.
Note: The archaeological excavation beneath the Acropolis Museum is open from 9am to 5pm throughout the week between November 1 and March 31 (the winter season). In the summer season (April 1 to October 31), it is open from 9am to 5pm on Monday, and from 9am to 8pm from Tuesday to Sunday.
If you are carrying backpacks or wearing heavy coats on the day of your visit to the Acropolis Museum, you can keep them in the cloakroom of the Acropolis Museum.
Enjoy free Wi-Fi services inside the Acropolis Museum to look up interesting facts or information about the artifacts you come across.
The Museum has a gift store on the ground floor offering a variety of ceramics, silk scarves, stationery, and post cards.
There are accessible restrooms in the Acropolis Museum. You do not have to pay any fee to make use of these toilets.
There are metal bike racks and parking slots available for free outside the Acropolis Museum's main entrance or inside Akropoli, the closest metro station to the Acropolis Museum.
The Acropolis Museum is equipped with spacious elevators and wide ramps to accommodate visitors in wheelchairs.
While you are encouraged to bring your own wheelchair, you can rent wheelchairs free of charges for your visit to the Acropolis Museum. You can inform the museum authorities a few days in advance so that you can receive your wheelchair as soon as you arrive.
While pets are not allowed in the Acropolis Museum, you can bring your service animals on your visit, provided you have valid certification or proof.
Every floor in the Acropolis Museum has elevator access and adaptable toilets for your convenience.
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