First Access Acropolis Tour: Beat the Crowds, Enjoy the Parthenon!

What makes this tour unique

Experience the privilege of being among the earliest visitors to enter the Acropolis, with direct access to the Parthenon. Embark on a captivating guided tour that unravels the myths and tales woven around Athens' legendary Acropolis landmarks, including the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, and the Nike Temple. In just 1 hour and 45 minutes, delve into the rich history of these iconic monuments.

Delight in breathtaking panoramic views of the city from the Acropolis summit, and savor ample time to capture remarkable photos at the conclusion of the tour. Secure your spot now to embark on an unparalleled exploration of Athens! Hurry, as availability is limited.
 

Highlights

• Step inside the magnificent Acropolis direct to Parthenon
• Enjoy an early morning visit, away from the crowds and the summer heat
• Join a small group tour for an intimate experience
• Be guided by a knowledgeable licensed experts

Tour details

Inclusions:

• Professional local licensed guide
• Skip-the-line service
• Earsets to enjoy clear audio during the tour
• Athens Guide magazine for ideas on things to do
• Athens Map

Exclusions:

• Entrance fees (can be booked as an option at an additional cost)
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off service
• Food and beverages
• Gratuity (gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of service cost)

What makes this tour unique

Join our Early Bird Acropolis Tour and beat the heat and crowds! Starting from the main entrance, we'll head straight to the Parthenon and see the famous Caryatids at the Erechteion. Our licensed guide will share fascinating myths and historical facts about these iconic monuments such as the Nike Temple, as you enjoy panoramic 360 views of Athens. We'll then head towards the south entrance, passing by the Asklepeion, Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and Dionysus Theatre. Capture more stunning views and delve deeper into the Acropolis's rich history. Please note, even in the morning, it can still be hot and crowded. But our skip-the-line service ensures immediate access, giving you an exclusive journey through ancient Greece!

Skip-the-Line Access
We offer to all our guests skip-the-line service by which we purchase the entrance tickets in advance in order to save you time and avoid lining up at the cashier of each archeological site you visit during this tour.

1. You can either prepay your entrance tickets using your credit card while booking your tour online now or,

2. You can pay for your entrance tickets upon check-in to our staff in cash.

Meeting point

The meeting point is at the main entrance of the Acropolis, right across the canteen. Our staff, holding the orange Athens Walking Tours sign, will be waiting for you.

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Admission tickets

Our Skip-the-Line Service

To avoid waiting in line, we offer a skip-the-line service where we pre-purchase the admission tickets for you.

If you have chosen the "Book WITHOUT Ticket" option, please ensure that you have enough Euros and a valid ID or Passport for age and nationality verification as you will need to purchase the tickets from our staff during check-in for the tour.

On the other hand, if you have selected the "Book WITH Ticket" option, everything is included, and you can collect the tickets from our staff during check-in for the tour.

From April 1 to October 31

• 20 € for adults 25 years of age and over, covering all the monuments that will be visited during the tour

From November 1 to March 31 

• 10 € for adults 25 years of age and over, covering all the monuments that will be visited during the tour

To see the cost of the reduced tickets, please see here 

Prices of the entrance tickets are subject to changes without prior notice. 

Discounts and Offers

We want our guests to get the most out of their visit to Athens, and we would love to help you explore more with our help! If you book this tour, you can save money on more tours and activities in a variety of ways:

13% off when you book WITH ticket option

If you book a tour option WITH TICKET included you are entitled to a 13% discount. The discount is included when you proceed with the booking (discount applies to Adults, Non-EU Youth, and Senior SUMMER prices) 

Book a 2nd tour, get 5% off

If you book a second tour with us, you are eligible for a 5% discount. Use the code SNDT at your booking process inside the promo code field.

Discount code for families and groups 

• 5% discount to families/groups with 4 or more paying members.
• Use promo code: FMD

Discount code for groups of more than 4 participants with a second tour (SNDT+4): 10% discount to families or groups (4 or more paying members) booking more than one tours.

For more information on discounts and special rates please read the FAQ about discount and special rates

F.A.Q.

Whether it’s your first time, or you’ve been there before, the Acropolis with your expert Athenian guide at your side, you’ll understand why.

Read more on our F.A.Q section