Full-day Acropolis, Acropolis Museum and mythology private tour
Attractions & guided tours

Full-day Acropolis, Acropolis Museum and mythology private tour

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£625.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, French
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • See all the major landmarks of Athens in one day and learn about the Greek gods and heroes
  • Visit the Acropolis, the Temple of Zeus, the Ancient Agora, the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, and more
  • Explore the top-rated Acropolis Museum with fun and engaging activities
  • Discover hidden historical spots and ancient corners
What to expect

Discover the enchanting wonders of ancient Athens on a full-day private tour of the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora and the Temple of Zeus. Uncover stories from Greek mythology and decode hidden messages in artifacts left behind by the ancient Athenians.

Kick-off your ancient Athens mythology experience with a visit to the Temple of Olympian Zeus. From there, follow your guide to the Theater of Dionysus, where ancient Greek drama was born, and then proceed to the crown jewel of Athens – the Acropolis. Here you will explore the legendary landmarks including the Temple of Athena Nike, the Temple of Erechtheion, the Propylaia, and the iconic Parthenon.

Your journey through time continues to the Ancient Agora, the birthplace of democracy, where great minds like Socrates once walked and shared their wisdom. You'll feel the echoes of the past as you stroll through this historical site, understanding the foundation of modern governance.

Then, take a well-deserved break for lunch at a spot of your choice (lunch not included) before venturing to the renowned Acropolis Museum. Through fun and engaging activities, you'll delve deep into Greek mythology, as the past comes alive in an entertaining and enlightening way.

As this historical adventure concludes, you'll truly understand what made this ancient city so special as well as the Acropolis' relevance on the modern world.

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What's included
  • check Private tour
  • check Tour guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Entrance fees
Where

Arch of Hadrian, Leoforos Vasilisis Amalias, Athens, Greece

Meeting point:
Please let the local operator know where you're staying. If your hotel is within a 10-minute walk of the starting point (Arch of Hadrian), they will arrange for the guide to pick you up directly from your hotel. Otherwise, they will arrange the most convenient meeting point for you.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • This tour is not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs

Know in advance:

  • Entrance tickets are not included in the price of this tour. Entry fees are non-refundable, non-exchangeable
  • It is essential that you pre-purchase tickets for the archaeological sites, as availability is very limited. Please contact the local operator via the contact details on your voucher if you would like them to purchase tickets for you (recommended to ensure availability and the correct time slot)
  • Children 0-18 years old & individuals from EU countries under 25 need to present a valid identity card or passport to be entitled to free entry or discounts
  • Children (age 0-11) or under may take part in this guided tour free of charge
  • Please note there will be a stop for coffee and a snack on this tour, the cost of which ischarge not included
  • This tour includes a fun map of ancient Athens
  • The walking pace of this tour is mild
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Provider
Alternative Athens
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the experience begins. If you cancel up to 25 hours before, you can still receive a 50% refund.

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