Acropolis Private Tour with Licensed Expert Guide
A private tour exclusive to your group, what could be better than having the History of Ancient Greece brought to life before you as you skip the line with your Licensed Expert guide to see the pinnacle of Classical Greece.
On our tour you will experience all the remaining classical temples & structures of this UNESCO World Heritage site including the iconic Parthenon, considered a masterpiece of classical Greek Architecture, the mystical Erechtheion, dedicated to the goddess Athena, & the Gigantic Propylaea, entrance portal as you learn about their fascinating Histories, Mythology, and the artistic expression which adorned them.
You will also see the remains of the Theater of Dionysus, which saw the first performances of Ancient Plays and the Herodes Atticus Theater.
This amazing site played a central role in the development of one of the worlds great civilizations and holds a central influence over the inhabitants of this ancient City stretched out in the panoramic views below.
Options
ACROPOLIS 90-Min
PRIVATE TOUR: Exclusive to your group alone with an experienced Professional Licensed Archaeological Guide
ACROPOLIS TOUR: Your Tour will visit the Acropolis and all its Monuments, Theaters and Temples including the Parthenon
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
PLEASE NOTE: After completion, your guide will leave you in the Acropolis so you have more time to enjoy the views & take photos
What's included in Acropolis Private Tour with Licensed Expert Guide
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Acropolis
MEETING OUR GUIDE. Your guide will be waiting at Makrygianni Street at the Acropolis Metro stop which is just around the corner from the Acropolis Main Entrance. Our meeting spot provides an ideal perspective from which to view the surrounding wall of the Acropolis built by the earlier Mycenean civilization and to provide you with an introduction to the History of the Acropolis, its importance and role in the life of ancient Greece, and an overview of the temples & amazing monuments you are about to see.
Teatro Di Dioniso
Still in a good state of preservation, one of our first stops is the Ancient THEATER OF DIONYSUS. Built in the 4th & 5th century BC in a natural amphitheater o nthe slopes of the Acropolis it would have had an impressive capacity of 25000, it is considered the world's oldest. Amazing to think that many of the most famous Ancient Greek plays would have had their original premieres here!
Propylaea
Ascend towards the monumental gateway (Propylaia) and entrance to the Acropolis. As the Temples of the Acropolis come into view, the Ancient Greeks would have been greeted by an enormous decorated Bronze Statue of the Goddess Athena. As legend has it, the tip of her upheld spear could be seen by incoming ships in the sunlight.
Inclusions
- (ACROPOLIS TAILORED 3-Hr Option) Acropolis PLUS your choice of additional Site.
- All our guides are fully Accredited Official Experts, Licensed to enter the Acropolis with you.
- (GOLDEN HOUR TOUR Option) 90-Minute Tour to experience the Magical Light Effect in the afternoon
- 90-Minute Private Guided Tour of the Acropolis with a Licensed Official Expert
- Archaeological Site Entrance Tickets & Cost (can be organized on reqest after booking - extra cost)
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- ADMISSION TICKETS: Please note that neither Archaeological site entrance tickets, or their cost is included. We will contact you after booking to ask if you need us to purchase Skip-The-Line Tickets, so your guide has them all ready for you! Kindly check your messages after booking. If you have not replied, we assume you have purchased your tickets for the appropriate time slots & we are not responsible for any delays. Please note that tickets may sell out days or weeks in advance and need to be booked for a specific date and time slot or admission will not be granted.
- (GOLDEN HOUR TOUR Option) A 90-Minute Tour aimed at the Magical Effects of the Sunrise-Sunset
- (ACROPOLIS TAILORED 3-Hr Option) Acropolis PLUS your choice of additional Site from the Plaka Neighbourhood, Acropolis Museum or Ancient Agora. If we do not receive any preference by message you will tour the Plaka.
- FAMILY FRIENDLY. Our Guides are highly experienced with all ages and multigenerational families and will adapt accordingly to any level to keep the most interest and engagement for your entire groupre time may be needed (which we can add for you if requested).
- WHISPER COMMUNICATION SYSTEM is included for groups of 6 or more
- ACROPOLIS ONLY and GOLDEN HOUR OPTIONS OF 90-MINUTES end inside the Acropolis to allow more time for the views and photos.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- MEETING POINT: Makrigianni 7, Athina. 117 42 (close to the Acropolis Museum) Your guide will have a sign with the name of the lead traveler written.
End Points
- At the end of your tour when all of the monuments have been viewed, your guide will wish you goodbye in the Acropolis so you can stay on to take in the wonderful views over the city, and for Photos. If selecting the option to include the Plaka or another site, then your tour will end there.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• ADMISSION TICKETS for Sites/Archaeological Sites (NOT INCLUDED): Please note that site entrance tickets and their cost are not included. We kindly request that you turn up for your tour with appropriate tickets; either having bought these yourself, or having asked us to buy these on your behalf. Otherwise we are not responsible for any delays. If you need us to purchase Skip-the-line Tickets for you, just let us know by message after booking. As some messages fail to reach us, please ensure that if you have requested us to purchase tickets, you have received a confirmation reply from us and in this case please use our direct email address: [email protected] • TOUR QUESTIONS: For all tour questions please email: [email protected] • MEETING POINT: Makrigianni 7, Athina 117 42 (close to the Acropolis Museum). Your guide will have a sign with the name of the lead traveler written. • TOUR TYPE: The Tour is a Walking Tour
