Acropolis Walking Tour, Including Syntagma Square & City Center
Overview
One for all you history buffs! Discover Athens' ancient history on this fascinating city walking tour with an expert local guide! Venture inside the ancient Acropolis of Athens — a UNESCO World Heritage site — and discover just how this ancient monument towers above the city below. You'll also see such sites as the Greek Parliament House and Syntagma Square in the heart of central Athens. All entrance fees are at your own expense.
Please be aware that even with our skip-the-ticket-line service, there might be some waiting time required for security checks. This is because visitor numbers can fluctuate unpredictably at the sites throughout the day. The typical waiting time falls within 0 to 10 or 30 minutes, though on rare occasions, it might be longer.
What's Included
- Athens map
- Skip-the-ticket line service (if option WITH TICKET booked)
- Local licensed guide
- Athens guide magazine
- Entrance fees to the sites visited (can be booked as a separate option)
- Gratuities (gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of service cost)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Meeting Location
Athens 105 57
Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Athens 105 58
Greece
The tour will and at the top of the Acropolis Hill were you can take your time taking pictures.
What To Expect
Acropolis
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT BABY STROLLERS: Please have in mind that baby strollers are not allowed on the Acropolis, archaeological site and that there is no cloakroom at the side entrance we use to enter. For your own convenience, it is recommended to use a baby pouch instead of a baby stroller.
- Comfortable walking shoes, sun-screen and a hat are recommended
- Dress according to weather
- Bring a bottle of water
- Strict Acropolis entry times mean we can't wait for latecomers. No refunds will be given.
- All visitors undergo airport-style security; expect peak season waits of up to 30+ minutes.
- Cutoff times sync with Athens local time.
- Tours run rain or shine.
- If you selected the WITHOUT ticket option you must follow the instructions on your voucher to buy the tickets
- When entrance to the Acropolis is free, the cost of the entrance fee is already deducted from the tour price
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Acropolis Walking Tour, Including Syntagma Square & City Center?
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Athens map.
- Skip-the-ticket line service (if option WITH TICKET booked).
- Local licensed guide.
- Athens guide magazine.
- Entrance fees to the sites visited (can be booked as a separate option).
- Gratuities (gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of service cost).
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Food and drinks.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Acropolis Walking Tour, Including Syntagma Square & City Center is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Acropolis Walking Tour, Including Syntagma Square & City Center will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Athens map
- Skip-the-ticket line service (if option WITH TICKET booked)
- Local licensed guide
- Athens guide magazine
- Entrance fees to the sites visited (can be booked as a separate option)
- Gratuities (gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of service cost)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT BABY STROLLERS: Please have in mind that baby strollers are not allowed on the Acropolis, archaeological site and that there is no cloakroom at the side entrance we use to enter. For your own convenience, it is recommended to use a baby pouch instead of a baby stroller.
- Comfortable walking shoes, sun-screen and a hat are recommended
- Dress according to weather
- Bring a bottle of water
- Strict Acropolis entry times mean we can't wait for latecomers. No refunds will be given.
- All visitors undergo airport-style security; expect peak season waits of up to 30+ minutes.
- Cutoff times sync with Athens local time.
- Tours run rain or shine.
- If you selected the WITHOUT ticket option you must follow the instructions on your voucher to buy the tickets
- When entrance to the Acropolis is free, the cost of the entrance fee is already deducted from the tour price
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
