Athens: Acropolis Hill & Museum, Zeus Temple, Agora Audio Tours (no tickets)
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.
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Athens: Acropolis Hill & Museum, Zeus Temple, Agora Audio Tours (no tickets)
What's included in Athens: Acropolis Hill & Museum, Zeus Temple, Agora Audio Tours (no tickets)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Acropolis
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.
Acropolis Museum
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.
Ancient Agora of Athens
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.
Inclusions
- 4 Self-guided audio tours in English for your smartphone (Android & iOS)
- Αctivation link to access your audio tour
- Offline content with an offline interactive map to avoid roaming charges
- Entrance fees for the archaeological sites & the museum
- Live Guide
- Smartphone or headphones
- App not compatible with Windows phones
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This is a combination of four downloadable audio tours for the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum, the Ancient Agora & the Temple of Olympian Zeus for your smartphone. No live guide will accompany you. No VR / AR is included
- Please consider that admission fees for the archaeological sites & the museum are not included and that the Viator Voucher is not your entry ticket
- Please note that for the audio tours you must have an Android or iOS smartphone. The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Mini 1st generation. Make sure you have enough storage space on your phone (300 MB)
- Keep in mind that internet access might be unavailable & mobile signal may be weak in the archaeological site. So please download the mobile app and your audio tours on your smartphone prior to your visit in order to enjoy it offline
- The audio tour can be used repeatedly both online and offline. Use your headphones to best enjoy it
- Large backpacks and bulky bags/ luggage are not allowed in the archaeological sites
- Please wear comfortable shoes, sunscreen and a hat during the hot summer months
- Operating hours for the 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
- Operating hours for the Ancient Agora: 13 Apr. - 31 Oct. 8:00 - 20:00 (last entrance 19:45)
- Operating hours for the 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)
- Bookings received from 17:00-8:59 will be served from 9.00 and on
- Non refundable once activated
- To reach the Acropolis Hill, exit Acropolis metro station (Line 2), head towards Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, and walk along it. The Theatre of Dionysus will be on your right.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- There is no meeting point. The Acropolis audio tour is designed to begin at the side Acropolis entrance from the south-east slopes of the hill (Thrasillou, Athens, 105 58) Access by metro: Acropolis metro station (Red Line)
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
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!
