This weekend, the 23rd and 24th of September, Athens is celebrating European Heritage Days, and as part of this exciting event, access to the Acropolis is absolutely free!
To make your visit even more memorable and insightful, we invite you to join our expert-guided tours at Athens Walking Tours. Our passionate guides will lead you through the city's historic treasures, sharing captivating stories and hidden gems along the way. BOOK NOW
Please be aware that time zones do apply, and spaces are limited. However, if you book a tour with us, your spot is guaranteed. When making your reservation, kindly select the "Book WITHOUT ticket" option for tours on the 23rd and 24th of September. On these specific dates, entrance to the Acropolis is free, and our tours will ensure you make the most of this fantastic opportunity.
The European Heritage Days, co-organized by the European Union and the Council of Europe, have been a cherished tradition since 1985. It stands as a widely celebrated participatory cultural event in Europe. Its primary objectives extend beyond mere exploration; they encompass the shared cultural heritage. One of the key features of the European Heritage Days is the opportunity it provides to the public. Monuments and sites open to grant visitors a unique chance to explore these hidden gems.
This symbolic act enriches the cultural experience and fosters a sense of belonging and responsibility in safeguarding Europe's heritage for present and future generations.
The impact of these heritage days is immense. Over 20 million people across Europe benefit from free access to rarely-open sites and unique events. This initiative serves several essential purposes:
Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and embark on a journey through time at the Acropolis for free. It's a chance to connect with Europe's past, appreciate its cultural diversity, and contribute to the ongoing legacy of our shared heritage.
Book your tour with us today to save time and certain your chances to get in. Click and learn how to get a tour adjusted at your pace and needs in the phenomenal Acropolis .
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
Margarita was the absolute best — amazing English, full of information, fun to hang out with, etc. Book this tour asap!
Jason | Jun 24 | Athens City, Acropolis & Museum Tour
Angel was a wonderful and entertaining guide! He provided great descriptions and cultural contexts for each delicious dish we enjoyed. Angel also provided excellent and informative histories of the various sites and places we passed on our tour. My wife and I raved about our experience with our family. I highly recommend this tour, and Angel as a guide.
Jack | Jun 24 | Athens Old Town Food Tour
Easy skip the line - early entry allowed for good photos without the crowd. Tour was quick (1.5 hours) and left most of the rest of the day to explore on our own.
Barry | Jun 24 | First Access Acropolis Tour
Rina was amazing for our first ever walking tour. Incredibly knowledgeable and very easy to listen to. We learnt and enjoyed it so much. Great experience - our 11 and 9 year old got so much out of it. Thanks Rina!
Nicola | Jun 24 | Athens City & Acropolis Museum
The Acropolis and museum tour was great. Alice provided good historical context and explanations without overwhelming with too many facts. We were so glad we did the tour vs. going on our own and learned a few things along the way. Definitely recommend.
Maya | Jun 24 | Acropolis & Museum Tour
We had such a great Acropolis tour, Niiloletta was such a personable and informative tour guide, we learned so much and the tour went a good pace where we were truly able to experience the history of Acropolis!
Y Tresnan | Jun 24 | Acropolis Tour
I loved everything about our tour but mostly I loved Margarita! She was wonderful! So knowledgeable, just lovely, took such good care of us! You should give her a raise! She certainly deserves one! Thank you Margarita for a perfect first day in Athens!
Kim | Jun 24 | Athens City, Acropolis & Museum Tour
Great tour! It’s a really special experience to be one of the first groups to climb the Acropolis, and Niobe was a friendly and knowledgeable tour guide! Would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Athens.
Rachel | Jun 24 | First Access Acropolis
This was the highlight of our Athens stay! Eva was excellent - she was super knowledgeable, warm, friendly and funny! We learned a ton about Greek culture and tasted some awesome authentic Greek food. Would highly recommend especially with Eva - we loved her!
Kelly Cullen | May 24 | Athens Street Culture & Food
The private tour of the acropolis + museum was so much fun! My parents aren’t as agile as they used to be, and our guide Nikoletta was EXTREMELY accommodating and made sure they could both reach the top. She was also very knowledgeable and friendly. I would highly highly recommend this tour.
Leah Procopi | May 24 | Private Acropolis & Museum Tour
Orestis led our group of four on a fabulous tasting tour of authentic Greek food. He was very knowledgeable, pleasant, and lighthearted. Great experience, delicious food, so glad we did this tour!
Susan | May 24 | Athens Food Tour
Excellent choice. Our tour guide was fantastic, very knowledgeable, kind, sympathetic and embraced the history of Greece with quite interesting and rich presentation. Will definitely recommend it. 2-thumbs-Up !
Sergio del Lupo | May 24 | Acropolis of Athens Tour
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