When is the entrance to the Acropolis of Athens Free?

Entrance is free to all visitors 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 of the month, from November 1st to March 31st annually

The following visitors are entitled to FREE ADMISSION:

All children under 5 years of age (with current identification to prove age)
Young European citizens under 25 years of age (with valid identification to prove age and nationality)
Persons over 25 years, being in secondary education (evening schools, second-
chance schools) and in vocational schools from EU member-states and countries of
the European Economic Area, upon presentation of attendance certificate bearing
evidence of its duration.
Tour Guides with professional license from the Hellenic Ministry of Development
Teachers or parents accompanying children on primary & secondary education school visits
Persons with disabilities (67% or over) and one escort, upon presentation of the certification of disability
Archaeologists, with valid license
Journalists by presenting their valid work permit.

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.

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