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Admire relics from ancient Greece at the Acropolis Museum and learn their history on this tour with an English-speaking guide.
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Angela
Shachar
James
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Learn all about the artifacts from various Grecian historical periods at the Acropolis Museum with an expert guide.
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Explore more than 3000 curiosities from the ancient Acropolis like sculptures from the Parthenon temple and remains from the temple of Athena Nike.
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Archaeology enthusiasts, don’t miss the intact excavation site of an Athens town featuring ruins of roads, baths, and houses.
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Observe remains of sculptures from the Archaic period in natural light at the Archaic Athens Gallery to see how they might have been originally installed.
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Fun fact: The Archaic-era statues in the Museum were buried under debris for centuries until they were unearthed in the 19th century by archaeologists.
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1.15-hour guided tour of the Acropolis Museum
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English-speaking guide
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Entry tickets to Acropolis Museum (optional)
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Guided tour & entry tickets to Acropolis Parthenon (optional)
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Guests from United States, Canada, Australia and over 39 countries have loved this experience
Julie
Jul, 2025Verified booking
The iconic location itself , combined with the clear blue sky and Attica view made the day memorable. The museum was lovely. The crowds, heat and sometimes lacklustre commentary means I would not repeat the the experience.
Irene
Jun, 2025Verified booking
The best guided tour EVER! Our tour guide was Victor, and besides his vast knowledge on all things Acropolis and Greek history in general, he also has a great sense of humor and truly understands his work.
Angela
Jun, 2025Verified booking
We visited in June and had an incredible experience at the Acropolis and Museum. The weather was perfect, the crowds were manageable and obviously the site was awe-inspiring. Our guide Elizabeth was fantastic. She is an archeologist with a special interest in architecture. Her knowledge of the Acropolis and history enhanced the tour. She loved questions...and we asked tons. She was able to engage both the teens and my elderly parents. She stealthily guided us to the top of the Acropolis which my 80 year old parents did not think they could do! She was the BEST. Thanks!Shachar
Jun, 2025Verified booking
Our guide was charming - without her we wouldn't understand even a quarter of what our eyes see. The excavation area under the museum also adds a lot and really takes you back 2000 years to see and feel the period and what was there. The archaeological findings are simply amazing. Especially in a cluster of archaeological and historical sites like this, I really recommend others take a guided tour - it's simply a different experience that's much better than traveling alone without guidance.Kathryn
May, 2025Verified booking
It was an amazing experience. The tour guide was so knowledgeable and very patient. The views are spectacular and the museum is beautiful. All in all well worth the money and a must do experience. Thank you me and my daughter had a fabulous day
A blend of history and modernity
Designed by Swiss architect Bernard Tschumi, the Acropolis Museum is a striking tribute to the glorious history and modernity of Athens. Opened in 2009, the museum is a must-visit for Greek history lovers and archaeology enthusiasts. An expert guide will take you through artifacts unearthed from excavations across Athens. A must-see attraction is an excavation site left intact under the Museum, believed to once have been a vibrant Athenian town. The excavation site consists of ruins of baths and workshops that can be observed through a glass floor.
Journey through various Greek historical periods
Halls in the Acropolis Museum are dedicated to various periods of Greek history and artifacts from them. You can see various antiquities used by the earliest settlers from the 3rd millennium BC to the 6th century AD in The Gallery of the Acropolis Slopes. In the Archaic Acropolis Gallery, catch a glimpse of marble statues commissioned by Athenian aristocracy and nobility. Installed under skylights, the Archaic Gallery can transport you back to ancient Athens where the sculptures were originally erected.
An entire section of the Museum is dedicated to the sculptures and architectural remnants from the Propylaia, the temple of Athena Nike, and the Erechtheion. On the third floor, you will find the Parthenon Gallery dedicated to statues from the ancient Parthenon Temple. These marble statues of Athena, Zeus, and Poseidon, among others in this section bring history to life.
What's not allowed
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Keep in mind food & beverages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
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Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
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Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed in certain sections of the venue.
Accessibility
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This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Wheelchairs can be borrowed at the information desk.
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Strollers for young children can be borrowed from the cloakroom.
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Ramps and elevators are available at the venue for easy access.
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A short Braille guide in English and Greek is available at the information desk.
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Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
Additional information
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This experience does not include entry tickets to the Museum. Tickets can be purchased beforehand or at the Museum on the day of your visit.
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Guests under the age of 24 years and students from European Union countries can get free access to the Museum.
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Keep your mobile phones on silent during the tour.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Meeting point
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Meet your guide at Acropolis Museum.
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Address: Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athina 117 42, Greece.
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Landmark: In front of the OWL statue, which is located inside the Acropolis Museum’s premises before entering the Museum on the left-hand side, right next to the “Exit” door.
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Guide Identifier: Your guide will be holding an orange "Athens Walking Tours" sign.
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