Acropolis Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets

What to bring

• Carry a valid ID or student card so you can benefit from reduced admission fees where applicable.

• Download the audio guides in advance to avoid connectivity issues on-site.

• Bring your own earphones for a more convenient and immersive audio experience.

• Keep some cash or a credit card on hand to shop for souvenirs or enjoy a coffee at the museum café.

• Wear closed-toe shoes to move through the museum galleries with ease and explore the surrounding archaeological sites comfortably.

• Bring a light jacket or scarf, as the museum’s air-conditioned rooms can feel cooler than the outside temperatures.

• Don’t forget sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses if you plan to walk around the Acropolis itself before or after your museum visit, since shade is limited outdoors.

• Use a small bag or backpack for your essentials, as large items will need to be checked into the cloakroom at the entrance.

What’s not allowed

• Flash photography, tripods, and commercial video equipment are strictly prohibited inside the galleries; photography without flash is allowed in most areas except the Archaic Acropolis Gallery.

• Large backpacks or bulky luggage are not permitted and must be left at the cloakroom on the ground floor.

• Food and drinks, besides plain drinking water, are not allowed in the museum.

• Pets are not allowed in the museum, except for certified service animals.

Accessibility

• The Acropolis Museum is fully wheelchair accessible, offering special ramps at all entrances and elevator access to every floor.

• Accessible restrooms are available throughout the building.

• You can borrow wheelchairs free of charge from the Visitor Services or Information Desk.

• Guide dogs are welcome within the museum, and Braille guides in both Greek and English are available at the Information Desk to assist visitors with visual impairments.

• If you want to visit the Acropolis archaeological site itself, you can use the elevator near the South Slope entrance. However, its operation is managed entirely by the venue and may not always be in service. Contact the site a day before your visit at +30 210 3214172 or +30 210 9238470 to confirm availability.

Additional information

• On Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve (December 24 and 31), the Acropolis Museum is open from 9am to 3pm.

• Head straight to the entrance of each site and scan your printed or mobile ticket at the validating machines to enter on your own. If you’re joining the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum guided walking tour, meet your guide at the Athenian Tours office, Mitsaion 2, 11742 Athens.

• To avoid peak crowds, arrive when the museum opens at 9am, or go in the late afternoon, around 2pm to 3pm, particularly during the summer months from June to August.

• All visitors must pass through a quick security screening at the entrance. Expect to wait around 5 to 10 minutes at the entrance, although during the peak summer months from June to August, the wait may extend up to 15 minutes.

• You can enter the Acropolis Museum through a separate entrance that leads directly to the exhibition areas, then proceed to scan your ticket at the validating machines located on the ground floor.

• Plan to spend at least 2 to 3 hours inside the museum to explore the permanent exhibits, admire the architecture, and enjoy the café and views.

• Visit the café or restaurant on the second floor to relax mid-visit, recharge, and take in stellar views of the Acropolis.

• The Acropolis Museum offers free admission on March 6 (Melina Mercouri Day), March 25 (National Holiday), May 18 (International Museums Day), and October 28 (National Holiday).

Concession eligibility

• EU citizens aged 25 and under receive free admission year-round upon presenting a valid ID or passport to confirm their age and nationality.

• Children up to age 5, regardless of nationality, enter free of charge with proof of age.

• Non-EU visitors aged 6 to 25 are eligible for reduced admission, provided they present a passport verifying their age and country of origin.

• Seniors over 65 from EU member states receive reduced admission upon showing an ID or passport.

• Persons with disabilities, along with one escort if the disability is 80 percent or more, are granted free entry upon presentation of appropriate documentation.

• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

• Please arrive at the redemption point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Ticket Redemption Point

• Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.