Acropolis Skip The Line PRIVATE Tour with Licensed Expert Guide
Description
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.
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Itinerary
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.
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!
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.
Built around 420 BC, and one of the earliest temples of the Acropolis, this Classical Ionic Temple was dedicated to the Goddess Athena and is largely restored, with a prominent position overlooking the City.
The pinnacle of the 'Golden-Age' of Classical Greece, this temple was an unrivaled mastepiece of Art, Architecture and Engineering as well as the heart of Ancient Greek ceremony and worship in Athens. We Take time at this most important temple with an overview of its construction, mythology and Historical importance.
The second largest temple of the Acropolis, the Erechtheion was Dedicated to both Zeus and the Goddess Athens and your guide will illuminate some of its wonderful Mythology and main aspects such as its impressive statues that you will now see in the Museum.
Built in AD 161 by Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife, this stunning Marble amphitheater continues as a working theater to the present day.
ENDING YOUR TOUR. After completion, your guide will leave you in the Acropolis so you have more time to enjoy the views & take photos. If you have chosen a tour option continuing to a second site, you will continue with your guide, ending at your second site.
BOOKING OPTIONS: ACROPOLIS Golden-Light Tour. If choosing this booking option, your tour will be timed towards the famous special effects of the low light in the plateau of the Acropolis. ACROPOLIS Tailored 3hr Tour. If choosing this option your private Acropolis tour is extended to include another site of your choice such as the Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora, or Plaka Neighbourhood. Please let us know your choice after booking.
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Important Information
- 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: Are included only when selecting the booking options: 'including Admission' or the 'First-Entry'. For all other options we can still have skip the line tickets for you by request (extra cost).
- (ACROPOLIS Golden-Light Tour Option) A 90-Minute Tour aimed at the Magical Effects of the Sunrise-Sunset
- (ACROPOLIS Customized 3hr Tour 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.
- (ACROPOLIS First-Entrance + Admission Tour Option) Be first to enter. Admission Tickets are included
- Except for the Customised Option, all Tours end inside the Acropolis to allow more time for the views and photos.
- WHISPER COMMUNICATION SYSTEM is included for groups of 6 or more
- 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 group
Reviews(126)
The private tour is undoubtedly the best option, but unfortunately, on the day we visited, even our private tour guide couldn’t provide us with a standout experience due to a system outage. Although this caused a delay in our entry to the Acropolis, our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable and we thoroughly enjoyed our time together. We learned a lot and had a fantastic time. Since we visited in early July, I advise you to bring a hat as the weather was extremely hot. Overall, I highly recommend the private tour.
Dear Stephanie Thank you for your lovely review. Unfortunately on the day of your tour the ticket scanner at the Acropolis broke down and this caused delays at the entrance. This was out of our control and we are glad that you still had a fantastic time on your tour, We hope to see you back again in the future. Best Wishes from all of us at Warmpenguin Tours
My guide was fantastic. She was knowledgeable and was able to bring her experience as a researcher and scholar into the tour. I enjoyed the time and experience.
Your wonderful review was really nice for all of us to read. Thank you so much for choosing us for your tour! We hope to see you back again in the future. Best Wishes from all of us at Warmpenguin Tours
A must do! Our guide was quite knowledgeable about the Acropolis & Parthenon. She made the tour interesting & enjoyable.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your tour with us. It was great to host you in Athens & we all wish you a safe return home Warm wishes Warmpenguin Tours
Lisa was an absolutely wonderful guide for our Acropolis and Acropolis Museum tour. She was warm, kind, and incredibly patient, making the experience enjoyable for everyone in our group. She shared fascinating historical facts and stories at just the right pace—never overwhelming us with too much information, but highlighting the details that made the sites truly come alive. She was especially thoughtful with my mom, who walks slowly, making sure we never felt rushed and always keeping the group together. One of the things we appreciated most was that she took beautiful photos of our family throughout the tour without us even having to ask, allowing us to stay present and enjoy the experience. Lisa’s passion for Greek history was evident, and she answered every question with enthusiasm and knowledge. Thanks to her, our visit to the Acropolis and museum was memorable, educational, and one of the highlights of our trip to Athens. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, personable, and caring guide!
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your tour with us. It was great to host you in Athens & we all wish you a safe return home Warm wishes Warmpenguin Tours
Mariza was a great guide for our Acropolis tour. 5:30pm was the perfect time slot to take in golden hour. Mariza shared lots of information and history and kept our kids engaged. She was very sweet. Thank you Mariza.
Dear Kelly, Your wonderful review was really nice for all of us to read. Thank you so much for choosing us for your tour! We hope to see you back again in the future. Best Wishes from all of us at Warmpenguin Tours
This was amazing!! The tour leader Vicky had so much knowledge of all things Athens. I’m so glad we booked this tour. Again….AMAZING!!
Dear Sara Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your tour with us. It was great to host you in Athens & we all wish you a safe return home Warm wishes Warmpenguin Tours
Harule was great and a very knowledgeable guide. It was great that we could go at our own pace. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are really glad that our tour helped you make the most of your time here & hope to see you back again soon. Best Wishes for all your future travels All the team at Warmpenguin Tours!
Fantastic guide and extremely knowledgeable! She brought us in front of the line, moved past people and knew exactly where to go to get the best views and best photos!
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your tour with us. It was great to host you in Athens & we all wish you a safe return home Warm wishes All at Warmpenguin Tours
Becky was great and very knowledgeable! We had a friend who had lung surgery 2 years ago, we had to stop frequently so he could catch his breath. I forgot to mention that before hand. She was very accommodating.
Your wonderful review was really nice for all of us to read. Thank you so much for choosing us for your tour! We hope to see you back again in the future. Best Wishes from all of us at Warmpenguin Tours
We had a wonderful experience with our tour guide, Michail. Michail was very knowledgeable, friendly, and courteous. We highly recommend Michail’s tour.
Dear Tatiana, Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your tour with us. It was great to host you in Athens & we all wish you a safe return home Warm wishes Warmpenguin Tours
