The Acropolis of Athens & Parthenon: Private 2-hour Walking Tour
Description
Explore the mesmerizing ancient ruins of the Acropolis and Parthenon of Athens on a two-hour privately guided walking tour of this ancient citadel built high upon a rocky hill. Be transported back in time 2500 years to the golden age of classical Greek civilization, the birthplace of Western democracy, in the city dedicated to the Goddess Athena. Learn all about daily life in this incredible ancient citadel - with its complex of monumental temples, theatres, and civic buildings. Walk through the ruins and hear about the poets and dramatists and mathematicians whose names echo down the centuries: Homer, Pythagoras, Sophocles, and others! Admire the majestic Parthenon with the beautiful Caryatid columns, and learn all about its incredible optical illusions. Wander through the Sanctuary of Zeus and the Erechtheion temple and gaze upon the breathtaking panoramic vista of the valley below. Your tour finishes inside the Acropolis, so you can continue to explore at your own leisure.
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Learn about the Acropolis of Athens, a vast complex of magnificent ancient temples, theatres, and civic buildings from the height of Ancient Greek civilization in the 5th Century BCE. Walk through the famous Propylaea gate, the monumental grand ceremonial entrance with its vast doric columns, and through the serene Sanctuary of Zeus Polieus and the remains of the Temple of Rome & Augustus.
Gaze up at and explore the magnificent Parthenon, the resplendent marble temple dedicated to the goddess Athena situated atop the Acropolis. Discover other major monuments of the Acropolis, including the Odeon of Herodes Atticus and the Theatre of Dionysus, where classical works by the most famous Greek poets were first performed. End your privately guided tour in the Acropolis, where you can continue to explore the site at your own leisure.
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- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(5)
Maria was the best guide! We loved our Greek adventure together! She is kind and smart and so knowledgeable! Absolutely the BEST
We had the most amazing tour led by Maria from Travel Curious! I’m Greek born in the US and have been to the Acropolis and Parthenon more times than I have fingers on which to count. For our son’s first trip to Greece and the Acropolis, it was very important to me to ensure that he had all the relevant background and history while touring the sites. Maria delivered a 5+ Star private tour! I love that we started early (8:15 AM) so that we could beat the crowds. it was almost like we had the entire Acropolis to ourselves. Maria demonstrated in-depth historical knowledge of every aspect of the site, and I learned so much new information myself! Highly, highly, highly recommend Travel Curious and Maria in particular!
We walked, we learned, and we laughed. Maria was a fantastic guide who made the history come to life. Her extensive knowledge and clear love of Greece, Athens, and their history was contagious. Highly recommend this tour!
Wear sturdy shoes with good tread. ( we’re over 70) it is a walk uphill, but taking it moderately was fine. Go early through September, we went at 0815, before we left it got busy. Our guide was excellent!
I was overwhelmed with emotion when I got the first close view of the Acropolis. With 35 years of experience as a tour guide Dimitrios Pandreou has an impressive knowledge and suburb articulation of the history of this magnificent architectural and archaeological site.
Hi Curious Traveller, Thank you for joining our team and Dimitrios for your experience in Athens. Your feedback means a lot to us at Travel Curious, and we're thrilled that we were able to meet your expectations for you to have an amazing time, specially with such an experienced guide as Dimitrios. We hope you'll join us again soon to tour more amazing cities together. Best wishes, Travel Curious Team