Acropolis & Parthenon Admission Ticket w/ self guided audio tours
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3.6/5
Based on 195 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Acropolis & Parthenon Admission Ticket w/ self guided audio tours worth booking?
Acropolis & Parthenon Admission Ticket w/ self guided audio tours is a 1-hour experience in Athens, Greece, from $42 per person. It scores 37 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.6/5 rating across 195 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 37 / 100
- Rating
- 3.6/5 (195)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $42 per person
Enjoy a pre-booked ticket for your selected date and time and visit the Acropolis, the most famous and most visited monument in the world, dating back to antiquity. Every year, millions of visitors from all over the wor
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy a pre-booked ticket for your selected date and time and visit the Acropolis, the most famous and most visited monument in the world, dating back to antiquity. Every year, millions of visitors from all over the world come to admire this symbol of ancient Greek civilization and enjoy breathtaking views of Athens from the rocky outcrop.
What's included
Included
- Entrance to Acropolis & Parthenon on the date and time you choose upon booking
- Downloadable audio guide in English, French, German or Spanish (if option selected)
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Personal expenses
- Earphones
- Any type of audio equipment
- Live guide
What you'll see and do
Acropolis
Acropolis is an archaeological wonder, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and one of the most instantly recognizable landmarks of Athens. Skip the long lines and see the ancient Greek temple of Parthenon which is dedicated to Athena, the goddess of war as well as Propylae, the temple of Athena Nike, Erecheion and Herodes Atticus from the top. Marvel Parthenon and its amazing views on your own pace on this solo exploration of the very cradle of Western civilization. Towering over the capital, Acropolis is a very impressive sight, and walking around on its grounds, gives the visitor a feeling of awe and a true sense of the greatness of the ancient Greeks.
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Acropolis
Athens, 105 58, Greece
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Acropolis · Athens, 105 58, Greece
Options you can book
Ticket with 2 Audio Tours
2 Self Guided Audio Tours: Self guided audio tours for the Acropolis & Plaka neighborhood
Ticket with Plaka audio
Self Guided Audio Tour: This option includes Self Guided audio tour for the Old Town of Athens (Plaka) and not the Acropolis
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- de, pt, ja, en, it, pl, fr, nl, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- KeyTickets
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Travel date and/or entry time slot cannot be amended for any reason
- This offer includes only the regular adult-price ticket and people of all ages can use it to enter, paying the full price
- From April 1st, 2025, EU citizens under 25 years old & NON-EU citizens under 18 receive free admission upon providing their ID at the ticket booth
- Since the monument operates under time slots, there is no guarantee that the ticket office will have free tickets available for your preferred time slot.
- Entrance is permitted only at the selected time slot or 15 minutes before or after
- People with disabilities receive free admission upon providing their Disability Certificate at the ticket booth
- Acropolis closing time: November 1 - March 31at 5:00 PM, April 1-September 15 at 7:30 PM, September 16-30 at 7:00 PM, October 1-15 at 6:30 PM, October 16-31at 6:00 PM
- The instructions to download you self-guided audio tours will be attached to the tickets and you will receive them upo booking.
- Please note that on public holidays the opening hours may be different, please consult the archaeological site's official website to consult what the exact opening and closing time shall be on your day of visit
- Please be prepared to walk uphill on uneven & slippery surfaces
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 195 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
195 verified traveler reviews for Acropolis & Parthenon Admission Ticket w/ self guided audio tours. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent experience, but overpriced
The experience was really good, we did it early in the morning, and the queue was still very big. I booked it through Tripadvisor, but still had to queue to purchase tickets for the children even though you don’t pay for them as they are under 18, it was really annoying as we had to wait to buy tickets and then again to get in. Staff were helpful and spoke good English. We stayed for about 1.5hrs, as we did a self guided tour, which I recommend. It was very easy to navigate through the area, but it does get very busy and there were lots of people pushing to get close especially those in tour groups. If you do this definitely earlier the better.. If you take a bag you will have to queue to have this checked, and you can’t take food in there. It definitely wasn’t worth the money that we paid for it. Also to note, there is a lot of steps and walking to get up to the Acropolis, so make sure you wear walking shoes.
via Tripadvisor
A truly wonderful experience at any age
There are many many stairs and inclines. The roads are paned with cobblestone. Because of this, they are uneven and many are very slippery. The older you are the more difficult it becomes to manipulate this area..
via Viator
Good option for tickets...
Good option for tickets and to be able to go through the acropolis at your own pace while still getting some information.
via Viator
Not worth it
This was not worth the money - book directly through the Acropolis. The price shown on the tickets was much higher than that on the Acropolis website, and I assume this was marked up because of the audio tour. We thought we had downloaded the correct tour ahead of time, but both my husband and I could not get the tour to work, despite downloading the app and using the code sent while we were on wifi. We then spent valuable time standing inside the Acropolis gate trying to figure it out. We gave up and just walked around and saw that they had QR codes and a free app once inside. We also felt very rushed for the 7pm entry - they started ringing the bells and clearing us before 8pm. So while it was a beautiful time to visit as the sun was setting, it was very rushed. Overall I am very disappointed and would highly recommend just booking a tour though the official website.
via Viator
The audio guide was...
The audio guide was excellently narrated, but it was somewhat difficult to follow where we should be at each step on the way. Better pictures would have helped because, unlike many museums and historic sites, there were no identifying signs marking the way. Despite the inconvenience of not always knowing where we should be, I would use Viator self-guiding tours again.
Response from the operator: Dear Michael, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the narration of the audio guide and that it enhanced your visit to the Acropolis. At the same time, we appreciate your comments regarding the navigation between points of interest. The Acropolis is a unique archaeological site with very limited modern signage in order to preserve its historic character, and we understand that this can occasionally make it challenging to follow a self-guided route. Thank you as well for your recommendation and for choosing Key Tours. We hope to welcome you again on another memorable experience in Greece. Kind regards, The Key Tours Team
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $42 to $49
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 68
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 37
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Acropolis & Parthenon Admission Ticket w/ self guided audio tours: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Athens.
How much does Acropolis & Parthenon Admission Ticket w/ self guided audio tours cost?
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Prices start at $42 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Athens usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Acropolis & Parthenon Admission Ticket w/ self guided audio tours take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Athens is not rushed.
Is Acropolis & Parthenon Admission Ticket w/ self guided audio tours worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 37 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.6/5 across 195 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Athens, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Acropolis & Parthenon Admission Ticket w/ self guided audio tours?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Acropolis & Parthenon Admission Ticket w/ self guided audio tours suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Acropolis & Parthenon Admission Ticket w/ self guided audio tours?
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Around 68 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Athens can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Athens and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Acropolis & Parthenon Admission Ticket w/ self guided audio tours start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Athens within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Athens?
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On Outty we rank every Athens experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Athens Small Group E-Bike Tour, Small Group Greek Traditional Food Tour in Athens 20+ Tastings, Athens Scenic Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Athens?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Athens?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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