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Combo: Museum of Illusions + Acropolis & Parthenon Tickets

Name: Combo: Museum of Illusions + Acropolis & Parthenon Tickets
Start: 2026-06-26T12:30:00
End: 2026-06-26T13:20:00
Location: Athens

Head illusion exhibit at Museum of Illusions Thessaloniki.

Reflection illusion at Museum of Illusions, Athens.

Visitors interacting with an optical illusion at the Museum of Illusions in Thessaloniki.

Turntable illusion exhibit at Museum of Illusions, Athens.

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With one discounted combo, visit the ancient citadel of Acropolis and Parthenon and Athen’s most innovative and experiential space – the Museum of Illusions.

4.6/5(24,624)

Natasha W

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Visiting the Acropolis was one of the highlights of my trip to Athens. The history, architecture, and breathtaking views of the city are truly unforgettable. Standing beside the Parthenon and seeing these ancient monuments up close gives you a real appreciation for Greece’s rich cultural heritage. The site is well maintained, and the information provided helps bring its history to life. I would recommend visiting early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the crowds and the heat. A must-see destination for anyone visiting Athens. Highly recommended! Wear good footwear the walk can slippy at times and take plenty of wawr as can be very hot.

Jay K

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

With only a two-day stay in Athens, we were able to spend hours at the Acropolis on our first morning then used the buses to see many sights in the city. From the antiquities at the National Archaelogical Museum to the changing of the guard at Parliament, the bus got us there smoothly and with very short wait times to "hop back on." On day two we saw Piraeus and some beaches. That tour was highlighted by a relaxing dip at Lake Vouliagmeni, then back into Athens for shopping and dining in Psiri. There is no way we could have packed so much into our short stay without the convenience of the Gray Line buses. HIGHEST recommendation!

Gregory W

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

We were unfortunately delayed this morning due to a family emergency. We were booked in at 8.00am but did not arrive at the Acropolis until 9.25. We were advised our ticket had expired and we could not enter. This was very disappointing and the lady in the ticket office was not sympathetic or understanding to our situation. I found this very disappointing.

Robin M

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Bus picked us up right at the ship, and dropped us off about 100mtrs from the entrance. From there we were able to view the amazing ruins and get great scenery of Athens. There were also cafes bars and shops a short walk away from the entrance so we were able to visit those and make our way back to the bus for our return journey to the ship in good time.

Jacqueline S

Group

Verified booking

Last week

Loved the Acropolis. Crowds were moderate and a little hard to bypass at times, but generally not too bad. We went at 9am. Bit steep walking to get up to South entry gate and found the exit route much easier (no steps) moderate queue on entry but moved very quickly through turnstiles. Definitely need good walking shoes as it's quite slippery in parts.

Ee T

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Definitely go as early as you can. There was already a line when we arrived at 0730. Crowds were crazy so we were glad that we arrived early with our pre-purchased tickets. There was a very friendly young man checking tickets and then scanning people in. Definitely a must-see, super historical and so very well maintained.

Save big with this super-saver combo as you visit to the Museum of Illusions and the world-famous Acropolis & Parthenon.

At the Museum, 15 illusionary exhibits like the Kaleidoscope, Vortex Tunnel, and Infinity Room will completely blow your mind away.

Don’t miss out on the Infinity Tunnel which seems to defy gravity –

you'll feel like you're walking through a bottomless pit!

Visit the ancient Acropolis and the temple of Parthenon with a multilingual audio guide, and fully take in the architectural beauty of ancient Greece.

The Odeon of Herodes Atticus – an amphitheater built in 161 AD and which still holds concerts today – will surely leave you in awe.

Fun Fact: In the 6th century, Christians converted the temples of the Acropolis into churches and the Parthenon became a church dedicated to the Virgin Mary.

Museum of Illusions

Entry to the Museum of Illusions

Acropolis & Parthenon

Access to Acropolis site & Parthenon

Audio guide in English, Spanish, or French

Acropolis & Parthenon

Earphones

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Natasha W
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Visiting the Acropolis was one of the highlights of my trip to Athens. The history, architecture, and breathtaking views of the city are truly unforgettable. Standing beside the Parthenon and seeing these ancient monuments up close gives you a real appreciation for Greece’s rich cultural heritage. The site is well maintained, and the information provided helps bring its history to life. I would recommend visiting early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the crowds and the heat. A must-see destination for anyone visiting Athens. Highly recommended! Wear good footwear the walk can slippy at times and take plenty of wawr as can be very hot.
Jay K
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
With only a two-day stay in Athens, we were able to spend hours at the Acropolis on our first morning then used the buses to see many sights in the city. From the antiquities at the National Archaelogical Museum to the changing of the guard at Parliament, the bus got us there smoothly and with very short wait times to "hop back on." On day two we saw Piraeus and some beaches. That tour was highlighted by a relaxing dip at Lake Vouliagmeni, then back into Athens for shopping and dining in Psiri. There is no way we could have packed so much into our short stay without the convenience of the Gray Line buses. HIGHEST recommendation!
Marcin K
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
What I liked most was the sense of history hitting you all at once. Standing next to the Parthenon, knowing it's over 2,400 years old, is genuinely humbling. The view over Athens from the top is also stunning — you can see the whole city sprawled out below. I appreciated how well-preserved everything is, considering its age, and the information panels helped me understand what I was actually looking at instead of just admiring old rocks. Going early in the morning made a huge difference too — fewer crowds meant I could actually take it all in and get some good photos without dozens of people in the frame.
Gregory W
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
We were unfortunately delayed this morning due to a family emergency. We were booked in at 8.00am but did not arrive at the Acropolis until 9.25. We were advised our ticket had expired and we could not enter. This was very disappointing and the lady in the ticket office was not sympathetic or understanding to our situation. I found this very disappointing.
Robin M
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Bus picked us up right at the ship, and dropped us off about 100mtrs from the entrance. From there we were able to view the amazing ruins and get great scenery of Athens. There were also cafes bars and shops a short walk away from the entrance so we were able to visit those and make our way back to the bus for our return journey to the ship in good time.

Museum of Illusions

Save your time and money with this combo ticket to the Museum of Illusions and the Acropolis & Parthenon.

Enter a world that tricks your senses with visual, sensory, and educational illusions. You'll find over 15 exhibits at the Museum of Illusions, each one creating a fascinating deception that will make you question your surroundings. Whether it's Plato's Intense Gaze following you as you move around, or the Infinity Tunnel – which seems like walking through a bottomless pit – you're sure to have a blast at the museum. Suitable for all ages, this is the place to be for some family-friendly fun!

Acropolis & Parthenon

The Acropolis is a stunning Athenian temple complex located on a rocky outcrop above the city. Stop by the ruins of legendary structures like the Propylaea, the entrance to the ancient temple of Parthenon. With your audio guide in 3 languages, wander across the once-sacred halls of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion. The Odeon of Herodes Atticus will leave you in awe. This large amphitheater was built in AD 161 by wealthy Roman Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife Regilla and is still used today for music festivals.

Important Information

Museum of Illusions

Photography is allowed without flash or tripods.

Bring along a government ID when you visit the museum.

Acropolis & Parthenon

The mobile audio guide is available in English, Spanish, or French

Please bring your own earphones for the best audio guide experience.

At the Acropolis site, there is no network signal so please download the audio tour before your visit.

Each audio tour stop is geo-located so to listen to all the information provided, you've to wait for the narration to move forward to the next stop. Skip stops by choosing the next or by choosing the one you want from the menu

Visitors are encouraged to use credit cards in all financial transactions in the museum.

It's recommended that you wear comfortable shoes as this experience includes a fair amount of walking.

Bring along your sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, and water bottle.

Restrictions

Acropolis & Parthenon

The following museum services/facilities will no longer be offered to visitors until further notice: Family backpacks, baby strollers, wheelchairs, Reading Lounge on the second floor, and Parent’s Room on the first floor.

Backpacks and large bags must be left in the cloakroom where they will be disinfected using a steam appliance.

Timings

Museum of Illusions

Mon to Fri: 12pm to 8pm

You can book the time slots at the next stage of booking.

Acropolis & Parthenon

Daily: 8am to 5pm

Closed on 1 Jan, 25 Mar, 1 May, Easter Sunday, and 25 & 26 Dec

Extended Opening Hours

On the evenings of the August full moon and the European Night of Museums, the Museum is open until midnight.

Free Admission Days

6 March (Melina Mercouri Day), 25 March (National holiday), 18 May (International Day of Museums), and 28 Oct (National holiday).

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.

Please arrive at the attraction 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Ticket Redemption Points

Museum of Illusions

Redeem your tickets at Museum of Illusions Athens.

Enter from Astiggos 12.

Address: Ermou 119 Entrance from, Astiggos 12, Athina 105 55, Greece.

Get Directions to the Redemption Point

Acropolis & Parthenon

Redeem your tickets at Acropolis

Address: Athens 105 58, Greece.

Get Directions to the Redemption Point