Small to medium-sized backpacks are generally allowed at the Acropolis. However, large backpacks or bags that could be considered excessively bulky may need to be left at designated storage areas. It's advisable to carry only essential items and be prepared for security checks at the entrance.
No, strollers are not allowed inside the archaeological site of the Acropolis due to uneven surfaces and preservation concerns. We recommend using a baby carrier instead.
Among Greeks and those familiar with Greek daily life, there exists a humorous notion that the quintessential Greek breakfast consists of coffee and a cigarette. This concept has even been popularized through a meme! ???? However, while there is some truth to it in the sense that Greeks often skip breakfast when they're in a hurry, working long hours, or leading busy lives, it doesn't accurately represent the reality. Greeks are indeed breakfast enthusiasts, but they often consume it on the go while rushing to school, work, or during their daily commute.
Greek breakfast offers a wide array of food options. Unlike the famous English, German, or French breakfasts that hold the title of "national" breakfasts, no single dish can claim that distinction in Greece. Each region in Greece has developed its own unique version of delicious baked or fried delicacies, making every breakfast a special treat.
???? Koulouri
Starting our breakfast adventure, we have Koulouri Thessalonikis! This traditional Greek street food staple is a circular bread coated in sesame seeds and baked to perfection. It’s a crunchy and filling snack that Greeks often enjoy on the go, dipping it in their coffee. You might even spot koulouri sellers at stoplights, selling koulouri to drivers waiting in their cars!
???? Bougatsa
Next up, we have Bougatsa! This rustic Greek pie is made with a thin, hand-made phyllo pastry layered with a filling of either semolina custard or savory options like minced meat or cheese. For a sweet treat, try a custard or cheese bougatsa, and if you prefer something savory, go for minced beef and pork. The secret technique used to make this pie is passed down from baker to baker, making it truly unique. Enjoy it with a cup of strong coffee and savor the flavors!
???? Spanakopita
Spanakopita, the famous "spinach pie"! This Mediterranean delight features a crispy phyllo dough crust filled with a delicious mixture of spinach and feta cheese. It's a meatless treat that offers a burst of flavors and textures. You can also find variations with additional herbs and seasonings. Indulge in this cheesy delight and experience the perfect harmony between the crispy crust and the savory filling.
????Greek yogurt
Greek yogurt is typically made from cow's milk and has a slightly tangy flavor.
In Greece, it is common to serve yogurt with honey, fruits, nuts, or granola for added sweetness and texture. Greek yogurt is also used in savory dishes, such as tzatziki, a popular Greek dip made with yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and herbs. Including Greek yogurt in your breakfast provides a good source of protein, calcium, and probiotics, which are beneficial for gut health.
So, when you're in Greece, don't miss out on these mouthwatering breakfast delicacies! Feel the heart of Greek cuisine in our food tours.
Below you can find information for the reduced admission tickets to the Acropolis
Disclaimer: We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information but opening hours and ticket prices might change without any prior notification. We assume no responsibility for changes or errors. For more information click here.
The Acropolis is open during the following hours:
Winter (November - March): 8 am – 5 pm
Last entrance 4.30 pm
Summer (April - October): 8 am - 8 pm
Last entrance to the Site at 7:30 pm
From September 1, the operating hours of the Archaeological Site will be, due to a gradual reduction in the length of the day, as then:
1st to 15th September 08:00 – 19:30,
Last entry 19:00
16th to 30th September 08:00 – 19:00,
Last entry 18:30
1st to 15th October 08:00 – 18:30
Last entry 18:00 and
16th to 30th October 08:00 – 18:00
Last entry 17:30
The Acropolis is closed to the public on the following days:
Also on Good Friday (Orthodox Easter) the Acropolis opens at 12 pm. For 2025 Good Friday is on the 18th of April.
The Acropolis is partially accessible for people with disabilities and reduced mobility. You can see the accessible passage for people with disabilities at: http://theheartofancientathens.gr/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Efaath_Acropolis_accessibility.jpg
There is an elevator available for wheelchairs, people with diminished abilities, and any parent attending two or more infants on her/his own. The elevator is located at about 350 m. far from the main entrance of the archaeological site.
The facility is not available during extreme weather conditions and strong winds.
Wear comfortable shoes, as you will be on your feet for a good amount of time on an Acropolis and city walking tour. There will be plenty of stops along the way to take a break and enjoy the sights, though.
We take care of purchasing your Acropolis entrance tickets in advance if you choose the 'WITH Ticket' option, ensuring your desired time slot. However, if you choose to book 'Without Ticket', you will need to buy your own tickets based on the slot the tour will take place. There is no standard time estimation, since now with the specific Acropolis time slots, there is only a security line check - which unfortunately no one can avoid in order to enter the Acropolis. This results in being able to skip the ticket line, but we cannot guarantee how long the security line will take depending on the period you are traveling.
Only water is allowed on the Acropolis and you can refill your bottle at the top of the Acropolis rock pointed out by our wonderful guide(s) with drinkable water to help out with the environment, since we are awarded as a sustainable company.
While most travelers around the world refer to the Acropolis, there’s some interesting things to know about your visit to one of the most important attractions in the world:
No food, alcohol or refreshments are allowed inside the sites or museums. Only water.
The less crowded is our Early First Access 07:45 Acropolis group tour, which is from the Main entrance, since we reassure our hosting team and guides secure you with the first access in the Acropolis.
Also, mid-day and afternoon the less crowded Acropolis entrance is from the Southern entrance, from which we enter our groups from.
Everyday this may vary depending on different unforeseen circumstances.
At The Original Athens Walking Tours, we aim to provide our guests with a high-quality, reliable, and stress-free experience.
Below you’ll find our cancellation and refund policy for regular small group tours, private tours, and shore excursions, along with the most common questions we receive.
If you need to cancel your tour, the following conditions apply:
Partial refunds for private tours may be available in some cases. Please note that if the cancellation or reduction in the number of participants occurs after the booking has been confirmed, a 3% fee is retained to cover bank and credit card transaction costs. This is a standard, non-refundable expense charged by our payment providers and applies to all partial refunds.
If you need to cancel your tour, the following conditions apply:
If you need to cancel your tour, the following conditions apply:
If you need to cancel your tour, the following conditions apply:
If you need to cancel your tour, the following conditions apply:
If you need to cancel your tour, the following conditions apply:
Cancellation Due To Planes, Trains Or Automobile
We reserve the right to change these booking conditions at any time prior to you making a booking.
The Current Situation
This article was updated on June 14th 2021 with all the latest information.
Like all countries, Greece as well has been affected by the COVID-19 epidemic. However, due to the early measures taken by the government, Greece is one of the countries with the lowest reported laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 cases and deaths.
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Measures to be taken can be found here
It is to your benefit, and a great support for us, not to cancel but to postpone your tour also.
We will give you a voucher that you, or anyone you like, can use for the next 18 months plus an extra gift voucher. Should you, for any reason, 18 months after the issuing of this voucher, decide to cancel your arrangements, you will be fully refunded.
The travel business has been affected by this crisis enormously. Cancellations and refunds have become massive and currently unaffordable.
If you decide to postpone your tour with us and not cancel, we will be here to welcome you to our beautiful city, when traveling is thriving, the planes are crossing the skies and the Acropolis opens its doors for you!
This very useful map has important information about the countries that are re-opening in Europe
If you find yourself in Athens, you cannot miss visiting its crown, Acropolis! The ‘’sacred rock’’ of Acropolis offers a majestic view of the city while being surrounded by the classical elegance of the Parthenon and the Erectheion temples.
It remains open from 8:00 am to the sunset time which varies, of course, depending on the season. During summer you can surely visit it until 8:00 pm while in winter until 5:00 pm.
There are 2 entrances for the Acropolis: 1) Main entrance & 2) Southern Entrance.
If you use the main one, you should know that it is usually very crowded. You should be prepared to wait long in the line to enter the site.
We, at the Athens Walking Tours, use only the Dionysus Theater entrance for all the advantages it offers us:
• Using the Dionysus Theater entrance you have the opportunity to see much more than the visitor using the main entrance. You will see the Dionysus Theater –the oldest and most important theater in Europe, the Thrasylus sponsor’s monument, the Eumenes Stoa, the Asclepius Sanctuary and many more sites and monuments.
• The Dionysus Theater entrance is never as busy and crowded as the main one.
At Athens Walking Tours, we buy tickets on your behalf only if you opt for the ticket-inclusive tour booking.
• By the Dionysus Theater entrance, there are many stores where you may get a snack or a coffee or a drink.
• Restroom facilities and Tourism Info just next to the Dionysus Theater entrance.
You have two options - With the 'Book WITH Ticket' option, we take care of all the ticket arrangements so you can simply relax and enjoy the tour.
If you select 'WITHOUT Ticket', you'll need to purchase your own admission tickets.
(VALID AS OF JANUARY 01, 2025)
Below you can find information for the tickets and entrance fees for the major archeological sites of Athens.
All archaeological sites now require visitors to enter and book their tickets according to specific time slots based on the new regulation.
Entrance is free to all visitors at all archaeological sites on the following days:
6 March (Memory of Melina Mercouri)
18 April (International Monument Day)
18 May (International Museum Day)
The last weekend of September (European Days of Cultural Heritage)
October 28th
Every first Sunday, from November 1st to March 31st annually.
Entrance is free to all visitors at the Acropolis Museum on the following days:
6 March (Memory of Melina Mercouri)
25 March (National Holiday)
18 May (International Museum Day)
Disclaimer: We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information but opening hours and ticket prices might change without any prior notification. We assume no responsibility for changes or errors.
At The Original Athens Walking Tours, we aim to provide our guests with a high-quality, reliable, and stress-free experience.
If you need to cancel your tour, the following conditions apply:
Partial refunds for private tours may be available in some cases. Please note that if the cancellation or reduction in the number of participants occurs after the booking has been confirmed, a 3% fee is retained to cover bank and credit card transaction costs. This is a standard, non-refundable expense charged by our payment providers and applies to all partial refunds.
If, unexpectedly, on the date of the tour, unforeseen events make the completion of the program impossible (e.g. strikes of employees at archaeological sites), AWT shall consult with the customers and do everything possible to offer an alternative solution. If an alternative solution is not found or agreed upon, then either AWT or the customer may cancel the tour. In the event that a tour is cancelled for any of the above reasons, AWT shall refund the full amount paid by the customer for the tour and 50% of the amount payable for the cancellation of any means of transportation, if such has been reserved for the tour.
At The Original Athens Walking Tours, we aim to provide our guests with a high-quality, reliable, and stress-free experience.
Below you’ll find our cancellation and refund policy for regular small group tours, private tours, and shore excursions, along with the most common questions we receive.
If you need to cancel your tour, the following conditions apply:
If you need to cancel your tour, the following conditions apply:
All refund requests are reviewed and handled by our Financial Department. Refunds are processed once per week. In some cases, if payment or reservation details are unclear (e.g., name mismatch or missing reference), we may need to request additional information from the guest or bank. This may extend the process to a second week.
We’re always here to help! For changes, cancellations, or refund questions, please contact us at: info@athenswalkingtours.gr
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Athens!
We offer the following discounts:
How to Redeem: Enter Discount Code SNDT in the Booking Information Tab at checkout. How to Redeem: Enter Discount Code FMD in the Booking Information Tab at checkout. How to Redeem: Enter Discount Code SNDT+4 in the Booking Information Tab at checkout.Start planning your Athens adventure and save more when you explore more!
Entrance is free to all visitors on the following days:
The following visitors are entitled to FREE ADMISSION:
We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information but temrs and conditions might change without any prior notification. We assume no liability for changes or incorrect information. Please call the Acropolis Archaeological site to confirm at +30 210 3214172.
Entrance to the Acropolis Museum is free on:
We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information but conditions might change without any prior notification. We assume no responsibility for changes or errors. Please call the Acropolis Museum to confirm at +30 210 9000900
If you have already purchased a multi site (combined) 30€ ticket then you may also use it to visit the Agora and the Attalos Museum. This is a combined ticket, which, apart from the Acropolis, also includes entrance to 6 more Archaeological sites: Temple of Zeus, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Hadrian's Library, Kerameikos Cemetery and Lyceum of Aristotle.
If you haven't purchased the combined ticket, then, the admission is:
10€ for adults over 25 years of age from April 01 to October 31
5€ for adults over 25 years of age from November 01 to March 31
Free for young European citizens up to 25 years old (with valid proof of age and nationality) all year round
5€ for non European citizens up to 25 years old (with valid proof of age and nationality) all year round
5€ for seniors (over 65 years old) from the EU (with ID or passport) all the year round
Important Notice: We purchase tickets for you in advance, so you don’t have to wait in line. This complimentary service gives you immediate access to the sites listed on the tour. We ask that you please make sure you have enough cash (Euros) with you to purchase (commision free) the tickets on the spot.
We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information but admission fees might change without any prior notification. We assume no liability for changes or incorrect information. Please call the Αncient Agora Archaeological site to confirm at +30 210 3210185.
From April 1 to October 31
From November 1 to March 31 Reduced prices will apply:
Important Notice: Admission fees are not included in our tours' prices. We purchase the tickets for you in advance, so you don’t have to wait in line. This complimentary service gives you immediate access to the sites listed on the tour. We ask that you please make sure you have enough cash (Euros) with you to purchase (commission free) the tickets on the spot.
We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information but admission fees might change without any prior notification. We assume no liability for changes or incorrect information. Please call the Acropolis Museum to confirm at +30 210 9000900.
If you have already purchased a multi-site (combined) 30€ ticket then you may also use it to visit the Acropolis. This is a combined ticket, which, apart from the Acropolis, also includes entrance to 6 more Archaeological sites: Temple of Zeus, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Hadrian's Library, Kerameikos Cemetery and Lyceum of Aristotle.
If you haven't purchased the combined ticket, then, the admission fee is:
20€ for adults over 25 years of age from April 01 to October 31
10€ for adults over 25 years of age from November 01 to March 31
10€ for non European youth up to 25 years old (with valid proof of age and nationality) all year round
10€ for seniors (over 65 years old) from the EU (with ID or passport) all year round
Important Notice: Admission fees are not included in our tours' prices. We purchase the tickets for you in advance, so you don’t have to wait in line. This complimentary service gives you immediate access to the sites listed on the tour. We ask that you please make sure you have enough cash (Euros) with you to purchase (commission free) the tickets on the spot.
Entitled to free admission are:
Entrance is free to the Acropolis to all visitors on the following days:
We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information but conditions might change without any prior notification. We assume no liability for changes or incorrect information. Please call the Acropolis Archaeological site to confirm at +30 210 3214172 or click here
Definitely you can as soon as we are aware of your diet restrictions and/or your allergies. We will make any effort to provide you with substitutions suitable for your diet whenever this is possible. It is very important though to know this in advance so we can tell you what you can or cannot eat or drink and protect you of course.
Explore Athens in Depth: Choose our classic Athens City Tour with the Acropolis, followed by a relaxing stroll and shopping in Plaka, and finish with breathtaking views at Cape Sounion.
Become a Culinary Expert: Delve into Greek gastronomy with our Athens Food Tour, visiting hidden gems and the central market, then learn to cook a delicious meal in our Athens Cooking Lesson.
Short on Time? Combine history and deliciousness with our Private Acropolis & Athens Food Tour. See the iconic landmark and savor traditional food in just 5 hours.
During our Food Tour you will visit deli shops, restaurants and the bustling Athens Central Market. Please note that you DO NOT HAVE to shop in any of the stores we visit. No purchase is required. But if you do like to buy something, you can do so during the tour and also at the end of the tour. You will be given a map with all the stores you visited so you can go back if you like.
You will taste typical Greek foods and beverages that will give you an insight on the Greek gastronomy. Olive-oil, rusks, yogurt, honey, olives, tzatziki, feta, different kinds of cheese, pies, souvlaki and many more.
We recommend that you eat a light breakfast before joining us for the tour, since we sample a large variety of Greek authentic appetizers/street food.
During our wonderful Food Tour you walk in a non touristy part of Athens where you will make many delicious stops. You will visit deli shops, restaurants and the bustling Athens Central Market. You will taste original Greek delicacies that will satisfy all your senses! Athens is known for getting something quick on the go and walking while tasting our scrumptious Greek delicacies.
Our tours do not include pick up. You will have to come to the meeting point of your tour which is clearly described in the confirmation mail that you receive once you finalize your online booking.
For our private tours, if the hotel location is centrally located in Athens and close to the given tour meeting point, then of course we can arrange your guide to pick you up (by foot) from your hotel lobby upon request.
Also, if your hotel is located further away and/or you wish for a Piraeus or Airport Transfer to the center of Athens for your tour via taxi/minivan, we can definitely arrange this for you and provide you with pricing upon written request.
Our long experience allows us to have many and outstanding suggestions. Our city disposes beautiful places, secret and “delicious” corners. We would be happy to reveal them to you. You could combine a historical with a culinary tour if you can’t choose between the two. You could tell us your preferences and we can create a tailor made tour just for you and your party. Contact us and for sure we will revert to you with some interesting suggestions the soonest possible.
Yes you could. We accept VISA and Mastercard only.
Our guide/hosting team will be waiting for you at the designated meeting point stated on your confirmation letter and they will be holding the orange-colored 'Athens Walking Tours' sign.
There are places you can drop your luggage very close to our meeting point or lockers in many central Athens Hotels. Please ask us in advance to give you all information.
No, the Acropolis ticket which costs 20€ per adult (April 1st to October 31st) and 10€ per adult (November 1st to March 31st) is valid only for the Acropolis and only for one entry. The Ancient Agora has a separate ticket, 8€ per adult (April 1st to October 31st) and 4€ per adult (November 1st to March 31st). There is a combined ticket though, which is available at the cost of 30€, it is valid for 5 days and includes entrance to the Acropolis and 6 more Archaeological sites: Temple of Zeus, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Hadrian's Library, Kerameikos and Lyceum of Aristotle.
We don't have a pick up from the hotels. We meet in the center of Athens, outside or inside Metro stations. If you tell us where you are staying we will gladly give you information on how to get to the meeting point or the cost to take a taxi to get there. If wished we can arrange for you a private taxi transfer.
Yes we provide earset devices to all our group tours upon your arrival at your tour meeting point, which is stated on your voucher/confirmation letter, from our hosting team and at the end of the tour you provide the earset devices back to your tour guide. This ensures everyone hears the guide's commentary clearly, especially in busy areas.
Yes, there is an elevator at the Acropolis but only wheelchair, people with diminished abilities, and any parent attending two or more infants on her/his own, other kinetic equipment users, or doctor’s certificate holders (certifying that there is a disability) are entitled to use it. The elevator is located at about 350 m. far from the main entrance of the archaeological site.
The facility is not available during extreme weather conditions and strong winds.
The Acropolis is partially accessible for people with disabilities and reduced mobility. You can see the accessible passage for people with disabilities at: http://theheartofancientathens.gr/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Efaath_Acropolis_accessibility.jpg
All the tours contain a few inclines and uneven terrain. Duration of our tours varies from 1,5 to 5,5 hours. It may be challenging to do the tour with a wheelchair or a stroller but not impossible. They are all manageable as long as the wheelchair holder is accompanied by an able-bodied carrier. In this case, a private tour is highly recommended so you can have your own pace.
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For the climb up to the Acropolis
We would like to inform you that baby strollers are not allowed inside the Acropolis archaeological site due to its pretty uneven terrain and that there is no cloakroom, at the side entrance we use to enter.For your own convenience, it is recommended to use a baby pouch instead of a baby stroller. If you choose to carry the baby stroller with you (at your own responsibility), please notify us accordingly in advance, in order to offer you assistance for arranging its safe storage at one of the available spots nearby.
Regarding wheelchairs, there is an elevator to the Acropolis hill which you may use with an escort. You will miss a small part of the tour because the group uses the side entrance to the Acropolis but you will do all the main parts of it. You will meet with your tour guide on the top of the Acropolis.
For the Athens Food Tour
We are walking in the heart of the city, sometimes it is crowded and there is uneven terrain in some spots. It can be challenging to do the tour with a wheelchair or stroller but it is manageable as long as the wheelchair holder is accompanied by an able-bodied carrier.
Except from our private tours which can be arranged for any time convenient for you, there are also some small group afternoon tours. It is the Sunset Acropolis Tour, the Acropolis Museum tour, the Ancient Agora and also the Cape Sounion Tour.
Historical Tours: Most of the tours have a capacity of Maximum 24, average 15 participants.
The Acropolis & Parthenon: History, Myths, & Masterpieces, Extended Edition has a maximum capacity of 15 participants
and the Acropolis of Athens Tour - Budget Edition, Same Experience, with Optional Skip-the-ticket line has a maximum capacity of 38 participants
Culinary-Street Art Tours: Maximum 16, average 8 participants
Cooking Lesson and Dinner: Maximum 16, average 6 participants
Generally, Athens experiences warm to hot summers with highs reaching into the 30s-40s (°C). Winters are mild with occasional rain and highs typically in the teens (°C). The sun is usually strong. This is why we take care to keep our guests in shade and why we advise them to use either an umbrella or a hat, sunscreen lotion, comfortable clothes and shoes and have water with them.
All Group tours are offered daily only in English. Private tours can be offered in other languages too. Please contact us if you would like to make arrangements for your own interpreter to join the tour or you would like a quote for a private tour.
You can contact us via mail at info@athenswalkingtours.gr or by calling us at +30 210 8847269 from 7:00am to 11:00 pm daily seven days a week.There will always be there someone willing to help you with your questions.
If you need to contact us about your booking, you’ll need to provide us with your reference number so that we can find your booking details. Your reference number can be found in both the confirmation email you receive once your tour has been confirmed. Your reference number always is a 5 digit number and it is written on the Subject line of the confirmation mail you will receive (e.g Athens Walking Tours - Confirmation # 18090)
After booking you'll receive a Confirmation Letter - Voucher by email from us. This is also the payment confirmation. It’s a good idea to keep the emails for your records. Your voucher is especially important because it contains the details of the tour meeting point and contact information in case of an emergency.
Yes. By using our secure online payment system, your payment information is encrypted, you are secured against fraud.
The confirmation process depends upon the booking conditions. Most tours are confirmed at time of booking, however others will be advised to you within 12-48 hours. If confirmation is not received within 48 hours, please contact us for further assistance. If you need to contact us about your booking, you’ll need to provide us with your booking reference number so that we can find your booking details in our system fast and easy.
We do reply within 12-48 hours. If you haven’t received any reply to your emails during this time please check your “spam” or “junk” folder too. The e-mails remain in this folder for up to 7 days and then are automatically deleted by your email provider.
The meeting point for the beginning of each tour can be found on the tour & activity information page and also on the e-voucher you will receive via email upon completion of your booking.
Athens Walking Tours has a complete online booking service and we offer 24 hour, 7 days a week customer service via email to support your booking questions. Our goal is to respond to each query we receive within 12 to 24 hours. Of course you can book over the phone too. Our call center operates 7 days a week from 7am to 11pm (Local Athens Time). There will always be there someone to help you and give you all the information needed!
Yes! We offer the following discounts:
How to Redeem: Enter Discount Code SNDT in the Booking Information Tab at checkout.We kindly ask our guests to arrive 15 minutes before the advertised start time of their tour to have time for checking in and ensure a punctual departure from the start point. Being on time is essential for the whole group.
Athens Walking Tours welcomes groups of all sizes, offering a 5% discount for families and groups with four or more paying members. For private tours, tailored to your group's preferences, visit our Private Tours page or contact us via email or phone.
Our tour prices do not include the guides’ gratuities. Gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of the service cost. Tips are expected but not required and depend on the satisfaction of the client of the service provided.
For online bookings and ticket purchases for the Acropolis, credit cards are the accepted payment method. Visa and Mastercard are both supported on our website. If you contact us by email we can also accept payments by bank transfer or Pay Pal.
Our prices for the Small Group Tours (4,6,8 pax) are really good and affordable and the tours are conducted by knowledgeable, highly qualified and experienced guides. This is why our guests are very happy and satisfied with the tours and they consider them as a great value for money. We never have big groups of 40 or 50 people.
Private tours are not expensive if you consider that you have the guide only for your party, you can make any question you like and of course follow your own pace. For sure a private tour is not the first thing we suggest to our guests but it’s a special service. If someone asks for a private tour we do offer a price per person (the more the persons are the lower the price is). Of course there is a minimum price we can offer as a responsible Travel Agency and it covers the needs of the guest and of course the costs of the services provided.
Yes cameras are allowed to all our tours! In fact, we strongly encourage participants to take photos during our tours. But do have in mind that on the Acropolis, tripods and/or professional cameras are not allowed. Also at the Acropolis Museum there are some areas where photos are not allowed. Your guide will inform you about this properly.
No, in Greece you don’t have to pay for using public toilets or toilets at restaurants and cafes. Sometimes though, you can leave whatever you want as a tip for the person who cleans.
Yes, toilets facilities are available during the tours. In Greece you don’t have to pay for using public toilets or toilets at restaurants and cafes. Sometimes though, you can leave whatever you want as a tip for the person who cleans.
In Athens we have at least 330 days of sunshine during the year! In case of rain you will have the unique experience to see Athens and the Acropolis in rain! In any case, all our tours are held rain or shine. You should dress appropriately for the day’s weather conditions and bring along an umbrella if necessary. If you forgot your umbrella at the hotel we provide you with a raincoat!
The walking required during our Walking Tours is not more than one and a half mile, at a moderate pace and often stops so that explanations can be given about the interesting monuments, sites or spots. We always stop in the shade during summer; there are also many seating opportunities and refreshment stops. We advise you though to use comfortable shoes, wear a hat in the summer months and hold a bottle of water.
We would like to inform you that baby strollers are not allowed inside the Acropolis archaeological site due to its uneven terrain and that there is no cloakroom, at the side entrance we use to enter.
For your own convenience, it is recommended to use a baby pouch instead of a baby stroller. If you choose to carry the baby stroller with you (at your own responsibility), please notify us accordingly in advance, in order to offer you assistance for arranging its safe storage at one of the available spots nearby.
You can certainly use a baby stroller in the surrounding areas of Acropolis, which are conveniently paved for pedestrians. The Acropolis Museum, the Syntagma Metro station and the Agora Museum, are fully accessible for baby strollers, as well as for people with impaired movement.
We are walking in the heart of the city, sometimes it is crowded and there is uneven terrain in some spots. It can be challenging to do the tour with a stroller, but it is certainly manageable.
Yes it’s possible to join our culinary tours if you follow a gluten free diet. Some of the dishes will be customized for your and some food samples will be substituted by something suitable for your diet. Of course pies with phyllo dough, desserts made of dough, bread or rusks are going to be missed. But you will not miss the experience of tasting the Greek cuisine!
Kindly note that it is not possible to have the experience of the Cooking Class in any other form but only as a participant of it. The dinner that follows is also for the participants only. If you feel ready to enhance your cooking skills by preparing a real Greek feast and enjoying delicious food after it, join us! We will be glad to host you!
You don’t need to wear anything special for the Cooking Class. We suggest comfortable clothes and shoes. Aprons and all the necessary utensils will be provided by us for the cooking lesson.
You certainly do! At the end of your cooking lesson you will eat what you have prepared. So don’t blame the chef if you don’t like the food….
Our cooking lesson is a combination of hands-on and demonstration. The participants prepare the whole menu, a real Greek feast, on their own under the constant guidance of their experienced instructor. During the demonstration your Cooking instructor explains all the steps very clearly. After the lesson you get a printed copy of the recipes prepared in order to be able to recreate them for your beloved ones when you will be back at home.
This cooking lesson is addressed to amateurs cooks, no previous experience is needed.
We recommend that you eat a light breakfast before joining us for the tour, since we sample a large variety of Greek authentic appetizers/street food.
Our Athens Food Tour includes 8 tasting locations, with 20-25 tastings/samplings in total. The tour will give you a taste of the best and most authentic culinary treats of the Greek cuisine. At the end of the tour a whole souvlaki wrapped in pita bread with delicious tzatziki is waiting for you.
Check in detail:
- Taste traditional Greek sweet and savory pies
- Greek street food like the famous Souvlaki - from quality, established makers
- Honeyed loukoumades (the Greek donut)
- Greek Coffee
Due to the various food establishments and the archaeological places we visit, pets of any kind are not allowed.
Everyone's Welcome on Athens Walking Tours!
The walking required during our Walking Tours is not more than one and a half mile, at a moderate pace and often stops so that explanations can be given about the interesting monuments, sites or spots. We always stop in the shade during summer; there are also many seating opportunities and refreshment stops. We advise you though to use comfortable shoes, wear a hat in the summer months and hold a bottle of water.
Historical & Food Tours: Open to all ages! Enjoy moderate pace, shade breaks, and kid-friendly guides.
Cooking Lessons: Children under 6 are not recommended due to utensil use. Adult supervision required for all children - Culinary tours offer vegetarian/vegan options
No food, alcohol or refreshments are allowed inside the sites or museums. Only water.
Yes, you can buy water or other refreshments at the kiosks you find on your way during our walking tours.
If a date is booked out, there is always a chance that we will add an additional tour on that day. Please contact us via mail at info@athenswalkingtours.gr or by calling us at +30 210 8847269 from 7:00am to 11:00 pm (Athens local time), daily, seven days a week, to let us know what date you are interested in.
Yes, booking a tour in advance is absolutely suggested. We run all our tours in small groups only, of maximum 18 people for the historical tour, 16 people for the Food Tour and 16 people for the Cooking Lessons. More than that we split the groups into two or three smaller groups and we need to take care of guides’ availability for more groups. So we advise you to book in advance to make sure you have a spot reserved as many of our tours are popular, and can be sold out pretty soon. If you decide to participate in any of our tours the very last minute though, don’t hesitate to contact us via mail at info@athenswalkingtours.gr or by calling us at +30 210 8847269 from 7:00am to 11:00 pm (Athens local time), daily, seven days a week, to check for availability.
Yes, it’s possible to do more tours in one day. For example you could do the City & Acropolis Walking Tour in the morning and the Half Day Tour of Cape Sounion & the Temple of Poseidon in the afternoon
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the Athens Food Tour in the morning and the Athens Cooking Lesson in the afternoon. Please do pay attention on the specific tour times for detailed information about our tours.
Of course we have available one of our best-seller group tours which is First Access Acropolis Group Tour: Beat the Crowds, Enjoy the Parthenon! (Tour code #: AGT13) - this tour starts at 07:45 am, and you are the first group(s) to enter inside the Acropolis from the main entrance - across from the Acropolis canteen.
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Athens Walking Tours offers two exciting options to discover the city:
Private Tours: Ideal for families, groups, or those seeking a customized experience. Enjoy a flexible itinerary, the guide's full attention, and the freedom to move at your own pace. (Expect a higher cost per person.)
Shared Small Group Tours: Perfect for solo travelers or those who enjoy meeting new people. Benefit from an affordable price, a set itinerary (max 24 pax), and the opportunity to socialize with fellow explorers.
Both tours include knowledgeable guides and earsets for a clear and enriching experience!
We have two morning tours for you at 9:30am and 11:30am which cover all you need to see in town at a very limited time but we can also set up a private tour for you at your time convenience.
Yes, there are later tours that you could join. You could start at 11:30am or 14:30pm with one of the following tours: Just the Acropolis & the Acropolis Museum Tour & Acropolis of Athens Tour!
Our daily operated tours are designed to cover all major monuments and attractions one should see being in town for a short or limited time. Check them and choose the best for your. And most important, all our tours are operated by licensed, knowledgeable, well educated tour guides.
All the tours contain a few inclines and uneven terrain. Duration of our tours varies from 1,5 to 5,5 hours. It may be challenging to do the tour with a wheelchair or a stroller but not impossible. They are all manageable as long as the wheelchair holder is accompanied by an able-bodied carrier. In this case, a private tour is highly recommended so you can have your own pace.
We would like to inform you that baby strollers are not allowed inside the Acropolis archaeological site due to its pretty uneven terrain and that there is no cloakroom, at the side entrance we use to enter.For your own convenience, it is recommended to use a baby pouch instead of a baby stroller. If you choose to carry the baby stroller with you (at your own responsibility), please notify us accordingly in advance, in order to offer you assistance for arranging its safe storage at one of the available spots nearby.
Regarding wheelchairs, there is an elevator to the Acropolis hill which you may use with an escort. You will miss a small part of the tour because the group uses the side entrance to the Acropolis but you will do all the main parts of it. You will meet with your tour guide on the top of the Acropolis.
We are walking in the heart of the city, sometimes it is crowded and there is uneven terrain in some spots. It can be challenging to do the tour with a wheelchair or stroller but it is manageable as long as the wheelchair holder is accompanied by an able-bodied carrier.
Our guide Olesya was excellent. Very knowledgeable and caring for our family. She knew all the shade places to stand and the best places for photos and all the key artifacts in the musuem.
Edmund_L | Apr 2025 | Acropolis Tour
First entry tour was amazing to see Acropolis relatively empty and see the guards leaving after the raising of the flag. Highly recommend.
Lynn_T | Oct 24 | Early Access Acropolis
We entered when the Acropolis opened but there is so few crowds even compared to later in the day. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. She turned the history into a story so we learned about and enjoyed our surroundings. Well worth it! She gave us plenty of freedom to take pics while the crowds were low as well :)Read more about - First Access Acropolis Tour, Beat the Crowds, Enjoy the Parthenon
Adam_G | Apr 25 | Early Access Acropolis
Cooking class was excellent. Lots of hands on and corresponding info regarding cooking the meal.
Joanne_W | Nov 24 | Cooking Lesson
Relaxing and informative tour of a beautiful and fascinating site by a guide who was clearly passionate about it.
Susan_L | Nov 24 | Acropolis Tour
Fantastic tour ! Dimitris was so knowledge and friendly ! We kept a perfect pace , stopping to hear more history! We would recommend this to everyone ! Loved it !
Trish | Nov 24 | Acropolis Tour
Fantastic setting. We had such a fun evening with Katerina who shared great stories as we cooked delicious food. They served us dinner outdoors overlooking the Acropolis, so the setting was even better than we were expecting.
Zoe | Sep 24 | Cooking Lesson
I crossed my fingers that this would be a good tour, but I wasn’t 100% sure what to expect. Well I’m happy to say it exceeded my expectations and was a WONDERFUL way to spend a morning getting to know Athens.
Libby | Aug 24 | Athens Food Tour
Very interesting. Guide was great and loved that he found shade while he explained
Shamra | Aug 24 | Acropolis Tour
Amazing!!! Better than I thought it would be, so glad we went in the morning. Our guide was so passionate and informative, fantastic!!’
Sheryl D | Sep 24 | First Access Acropolis
It was an amazing experience! We were the 1st tour to enter the Acropolis! Olesya was our tour guide, she was AWESOME!!! She took the time to answer all our questions, we never felt rushed! We were able to take a lot of pictures! Thank you for the experience!
Nayelli | Sep 24 | First Access Acropolis
We enjoyed an excellent "highlights tour" through Athens Walking Tours in 2014. Based on that, we booked AGT40B (Acropolis & Parthenon... Extended Edition") for our return in 2024. The early start was worth the effort because we beat the crowds and heat. Niobe, our guide, was excellent. She was informative and easy to understand and walked at a manageable pace for the group of 15 to 20 people. She even knew a shady spot where we could get off our feet. It was particularly special to peer into the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, where we attended an outstanding concert the
garyp | Sep 24 | Acropolis & Parthenon, Extended Edition
Our guide was amazing, made a conscious effort to keep us cool. Stopping in the shade to talk and kept us engaged with relevant history/facts often relating it to where we were from.
Ryan | Jun 24 | Acropolis & Museum Tour
Niobe was fantastic, so knowledgeable and took wonderful care of us. It was warm but we always stopped in the shade. So much information on the history of Greece & the Acropolis. We had a wonderful walk. Recommend booking early morning if possible.
John | Jun 24 | Acropolis Tour
Very well organized tour. Extremely knowledgeable and friendly Guide. Seeing the temperatures and the crowds really the best way and time to visit the Acropolis.
Marco | Jun 24 | First Access Acropolis Tour
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