Experience the grandeur of the Athenian Golden Age as you unlock the secrets of the city’s illustrious ancient sites with four fascinating self-guided audio tours designed by an accredited expert. Simply download them on your phone and let the power of storytelling do its magic as you weave through world heritage landmarks of impeccable beauty. You’ll admire the stunning Parthenon, the Propylaea, the world-famous Acropolis Museum, the Museum of the Agora and Temple of the Olympian Zeus among many other must-see attractions with a fascinating selection of stories rich in history, art, anecdotal tales, and the most fun and quirky facts about Athens from culture industry insiders. Your audio tours will also lead you to the best vantage points, such as the Rock of Ares, the Pnyx and the Acropolis Belvedere from where you’ll be able to take in the most mesmerizing vistas of the city. Kindly note that entry fees to the archaeological sites and museums are not included.
You’ll explore the Theatre of Dionysus, believed to be the first theatre in the world, as well as the Asklepieion, and gain valuable insights about life in ancient Athens. Passing through the imposing Propylaea, you’ll continue to discover the riveting stories of the Erechtheion, the old temple of Athena & the stunning Parthenon.
Discover the world-famous Acropolis Museum and unlock the secrets of its fascinating collection, including votive offerings and statues which were found on the slopes of the Acropolis, the celebrated Caryatids which once supported the portico of the Erechtheion temple and the sculptural decoration of the iconic Parthenon temple.
Get ready for a crash course in the cultural and political life of the ancient Athenians. You will set out to explore the ruins of the world’s earliest democracy walking by the Bouleuterion, the Tholos and the Monument of the Eponymous heroes, while, later, in the Museum of the Agora, you will learn about the ingenious methods used by the Athenians to defend their democracy from any malign influence.
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Your self-guided audio tours are now confirmed! Please note that the Viator voucher is not your entry ticket. Admission fees for the archaeological sites and the Museum are not included. No live guide will accompany you. After booking, you’ll receive an email from the local partner, Clio Muse Tours through Viator with instructions for the audio tours. Please check your spam email folder as well. An Android or iOS smartphone is required. You also need to ensure you have enough storage space (required size for the app & tours: 300MB). The audio tours can be used repeatedly both online and offline and travelers may use their headphones to best enjoy! Bear in mind that no live guide will escort you and that no extra equipment (smartphone, headphones, etc.) will be provided and that there is no internet access in the archaeological sites. Operating hours: Acropolis Hill & the Temple of Olympian Zeus: 1 Apr. - 15 May 8:00 -18:00 , 16 May - 1 Sept. 8:00 - 20:00 , 01 - 30 Sept. : 8:00 - 19:30 , 01 - 31 Oct. 8:00 -18:30. Ancient Agora: 13 Apr. - 31 Oct. 8:00 - 20:00 (last entrance 19:45). Acropolis Museum: 1 Nov. - 31 Mar. : Mon. - Thur. 9:00 - 17:00 (last entrance: 16:30), Fr. 9:00 - 22:00 (last entrance: 21:30), Sat. - Sun. 9:00 - 20:00 (last entrance: 19:30). 1 April - 31 Oct.: Mon. 8:00 - 16:00 (last entrance: 15:30), - Sun. 8:00 - 20:00 (last entrance: 19:30), Fr. 8:00 - 22:00 (last entrance: 21:30). Days that they alter their hours of operation: 24 December: 9:00 - 15:00 & 31 December: 9:00 - 13:00. In case you need any assistance, please contact [email protected] Enjoy!