The word "Acro-polis" means city by the edge. Towering over the capital, the Acropolis truly is an impressive sight and draws tourists from all around the world to witness the greatness of the ancient Greeks.
Within the Acropolis, the Parthenon, dedicated by the Athenians to Athena Parthenos, the patron of their city, is the most magnificent creation of the Athenian democracy at the height of its power. It is also the finest monument on the Acropolis in terms of both conception and execution. Built between 447 and 438 BC, as part of the great Periklean building project, it begun after the victory at the battle of Marathon. The Parthenon was designed by the architects Iktinos and Kallikrates, while the sculptor Pheidias supervised the entire building program and conceived the temple's sculptural decoration and the chryselephantine statue of Athena. You will also have the opportunity to admire other important monuments such as Propylae, Temple of Athena Nike, Parthenon, Erechtheion with its Porch of Maidens.
Acropolis
Benefit: Single Entry (Booking Required)
Regular Price: Adult EUR 20.00; Child EUR 0.00
FAVOURITE
Attraction Highlights
- Entrance to the world-famous Acropolis
- Visit the breathtaking Parthenon
- Admire the Erecthion with Caryatids
- Visit a UNESCO Heritage Site
- Skip the long lines
Benefit:
Single Entry (Booking Required)
Skip the line
Important Notes
Please see below important information for your visit:
Entry to the Acropolis slopes and Parthenon can be made on specific time slots (e.g. 10:00-11:00, 11:00-12:00 etc). If selected time slot is not available, we will book you the next available one.
Once booked, these tickets cannot be cancelled or amended.
For infants aged 0-5 years old and for EU citizens aged less than 25 years old you must go to the ticket booth directly in order to receive a free ticket (ID/Passport is required).
Entry to the Acropolis slopes and Parthenon can be made on specific time slots (e.g. 10:00-11:00, 11:00-12:00 etc). If selected time slot is not available, we will book you the next available one.
Once booked, these tickets cannot be cancelled or amended.
For infants aged 0-5 years old and for EU citizens aged less than 25 years old you must go to the ticket booth directly in order to receive a free ticket (ID/Passport is required).
| Address | South Slope of the Acropolis, Dionysiou Areopagitou, Athina 105 58, Greece |
| Collection Information | Press the BOOK NOW button for this attraction within the Smartvisit App at least 48 hours in advance. Once your booking is confirmed, your ticket will be emailed to you directly. For reservations within 48 hours, please email [email protected] for availability and to make your booking. For infants aged 0-5 years old and for EU citizens aged less than 25 years old you must go to the ticket booth of each archaeological site directly in order to receive a free ticket (ID/Passport is required). |
| Phone | +3021 0321 4172 |
| Email: | [email protected] |
| Work Hours | Timed Entrance available hourly between 9am - 5pm |
| Closed Days | Tours do not operate on the following dates: 7 May, Greek Easter, 25 & 26 Dec, 1 Jan and 25 March |
| Website | http://www.keytours.gr |
What to expect
Things to look out for
The Acropolis is probably the most famous and most visited monument in the world from the antiquity. It is the symbol of Athens and its most famous landmark. Every year millions of visitors from all over the world come to admire this symbol of the Ancient Greek civilisation. On the rock of the Acropolis, there are several monuments, built most of them during the golden age of Pericles (5th century B.C.). These days the area is heavily protected, undergoing restoration, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Helpful Tips
For Acropolis hill, comfortable walking shoes, sun glasses, hat and loose fitted clothing are strongly recommended
Important Notes
Please see below important information for your visit:
Entry to the Acropolis slopes and Parthenon can be made on specific time slots (e.g. 10:00-11:00, 11:00-12:00 etc). If selected time slot is not available, we will book you the next available one.
Once booked, these tickets cannot be cancelled or amended.
For infants aged 0-5 years old and for EU citizens aged less than 25 years old you must go to the ticket booth directly in order to receive a free ticket (ID/Passport is required).
Entry to the Acropolis slopes and Parthenon can be made on specific time slots (e.g. 10:00-11:00, 11:00-12:00 etc). If selected time slot is not available, we will book you the next available one.
Once booked, these tickets cannot be cancelled or amended.
For infants aged 0-5 years old and for EU citizens aged less than 25 years old you must go to the ticket booth directly in order to receive a free ticket (ID/Passport is required).
| Address | South Slope of the Acropolis, Dionysiou Areopagitou, Athina 105 58, Greece |
| Phone | +3021 0321 4172 |
| Work Hours | Timed Entrance available hourly between 9am - 5pm |
| Closed Days | Tours do not operate on the following dates: 7 May, Greek Easter, 25 & 26 Dec, 1 Jan and 25 March |
| Website | http://www.keytours.gr |
