Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 43 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert worth booking?
Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert is a 3-hour experience in Athens, Greece, from $171 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 43 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (43)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $171 per person
An Expert led Private Tour Combining a visit to the Acropolis and Parthenon, with a fascinating exploration of the most beautiful streets and neighborhoods of the Plaka. The Acropolis with its impressive towering Monuments and Temples dedicated to the Goddess Athena and powerful god Poseidon will be brought to life by your experienced Expert Guide among the panoramic views to the city below before you descend through the olive trees to the most picturesque districts of the Old Town. Here you will explore the most beautiful and quintessential places such as the Anafiotika Neighborhood, Lysikrates Monument, Filimouso Square, Lyssiou and Mnesikleous streets among many other sites and some hidden off the beaten track places. Going at your own pace & suitable for all ages this is a wonderful start to any tour of Greece. Flexible booking options also let you include: Acropolis Admission Tickets, a shorter Acropolis Only Tour, or Traditional Food Tastings at Authentic Local Eateries.
What you get
About this experience
An Expert led Private Tour Combining a visit to the Acropolis and Parthenon, with a fascinating exploration of the most beautiful streets and neighborhoods of the Plaka. The Acropolis with its impressive towering Monuments and Temples dedicated to the Goddess Athena and powerful god Poseidon will be brought to life by your experienced Expert Guide among the panoramic views to the city below before you descend through the olive trees to the most picturesque districts of the Old Town. Here you will explore the most beautiful and quintessential places such as the Anafiotika Neighborhood, Lysikrates Monument, Filimouso Square, Lyssiou and Mnesikleous streets among many other sites and some hidden off the beaten track places. Going at your own pace & suitable for all ages this is a wonderful start to any tour of Greece. Flexible booking options also let you include: Acropolis Admission Tickets, a shorter Acropolis Only Tour, or Traditional Food Tastings at Authentic Local Eateries.
What's included
Included
- FULLY PRIVATE TOUR. Only your group is guided exclusively from start to finish
- BOOKING OPTION (Acropolis Only): Includes a Private Guided Tour of the Acropolis only.
- ACROPOLIS & PLAKA. 3-Hour Private Guided Tour
- ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXPERT GUIDES. All are fully Accredited State Licensed Official Archaeologists
- BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Food): Includes Traditional Food Tastings at local eateries
- BOOKING OPTION: (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Tickets): Includes Skip-The-Line Acropolis Admission Tickets
- WHISPER COMMUNICATION SYSTEM is included for groups of 6 or more
Not included
- Archaeological Site Entrance Tickets & Cost (unless choosing this booking option)
What you'll see and do
Makrygianni
MEETING OUR GUIDE. Your guide will be waiting at 7 Makrygianni Street (close to the New Acropolis Museum). 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.
10 minutes here
Acropolis
TOURING THE ACROPOLIS and PARTHENON. Your informative guide will bring to life all of the major sites inside the Acropolis including: The THEATER OF DIONYSUS, considered the worlds oldest, and upwards to the gigantic entrance of the PROPHILIA, to hear about all of the Temples and other structures located on the rock of the Acropolis including the restored TEMPLE OF ATHENA NIKE, the PARTHENON, and the Mystical ERECHTHEION. Take in the myths & legends associated with the temples amongst the Athens views and finally descend through the olive trees to view the HEROD ATTICUS ODEON THEATER as you head towards the nearby Plaka Neighborhood. Our guides are among the most experienced in Athens & will naturally adapt your commentary according to any questions, comments or interests in your group, whether you prefer more mythological associations, more History of the life ×s of the sites, more Archaeological detail, specific highlights, or anything else.
80 minutes here · Admission not included
Plaka
TOURING THE PLAKA. Walk in the footsteps of the ancient Athenians, philosophers & founders of Democracy as you continue from the Acropolis through the pretty narrow streets & squares of the old town passing the many monuments from Classical Greek & Roman times as your Licensed expert guide informs you of their fascinating History & Story's of the old & new Athens. Iconic as well as off the beaten path places are explored such as the Classic Anafiotika Neighbourhood, Lysikrates Monument, Filimouso Square, Lyssiou and Mnesikleous streets. ENDING YOUR TOUR. Your guide will return you to the meeting point, or you can choose to stay enjoying the sights of the City!
80 minutes here
Acropolis
ENDING YOUR TOUR. Your Guide will end your tour at the Plaka unless you have selected a booking option which either extends your tour with food tastings, or ends at the Acropolis.
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Acropolis
BOOKING OPTION TO INCLUDE FOOD TASTING If you have selected this booking option you can also immerse yourself in local Greek Food Culture as you learn about many traditional delicacies, from Loukomades to yemista', yigandes' beeftekia, and many others, including a wide variety of traditional pittas (special pies made with thin 'filo' pastry). See how they are made and end with your choice of dish with your helpful guide.
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Acropolis
BOOKING OPTION TO TOUR THE ACROPOLIS ONLY: If selecting this option, then your tour will include 90-minutes private Guiding of the Acropolis only (and not Plaka).
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Acropolis
BOOKING OPTION TO INCLUDE ACROPOLIS TICKETS If you have selected this booking option, your guide will have your dated and timed entry tickets ready for you. You need do nothing more.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Athens
MEETING POINT: Makrigianni 7, Athina. 117 42 (close to the Acropolis Museum) Your guide will have a sign with the name of the lead traveler written.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The Tour ends in the Plaka unless choosing the Acropolis only option, in which case it ends in the Acropolis.
Options you can book
ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Tickets
ACROPOLIS PRIVATE TOUR: Guiding through all the Temples and structures of the Acropolis including the PARTHENON PLAKA PRIVATE TOUR: Explore the most beautiful streets & hidden highlights from the Anafiotika Neighbourhood to Lysikrates, Filimouso & more! SKIP-THE-LINE TICKETS: Tickets and their cost for the Acropolis Archaeological Site are included. Your guide will have them ready Duration: 3 hours YOUR GUIDE: Our guides are Exclusively State Licensed Archaeological Experts with years of experience, and most holding advanced degrees. FULLY PRIVATE TOUR: Your tour is fully private from start to finish.
ACROPOLIS & PLAKA
ACROPOLIS PRIVATE TOUR: Guiding through all the Temples and structures of the Acropolis including the PARTHENON PLAKA PRIVATE TOUR: Explore the most beautiful streets & hidden highlights from the Anafiotika Neighbourhood to Lysikrates, Filimouso & more! ADMISSION NOT INCLUDED: Acropolis tickets are not included. We can purchase these on request after booking (extra cost) Duration: 3 hours YOUR GUIDE: Our guides are Exclusively State Licensed Archaeological Experts with years of experience, and most holding advanced degrees. FULLY PRIVATE TOUR: Your tour is fully private from start to finish.
ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Food
ACROPOLIS PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: Private expert guiding of all the Temples and structures of the Acropolis including the PARTHENON PLAKA PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: Explore the most beautiful streets & hidden highlights from the Anafiotika Neighbourhood to Lysikrates, Filimouso & more! ADMISSION TICKETS NOT INCLUDED: Acropolis tickets are not included. We can purchase these on request after booking (extra cost) Duration: 3 hours TRADITIONAL FOOD TASTING: At several local eateries, sample a variety foods including your choice of dish (equivalent to lunch. Vegetarian available). YOUR GUIDE: Our guides are Exclusively State Licensed Archaeological Experts with years of experience, and most holding advanced degrees. FULLY PRIVATE TOUR: Your tour is fully private from start to finish.
ACROPOLIS only
ACROPOLIS PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: Private expert guiding of all the Temples and structures of the Acropolis including the PARTHENON ADMISSION NOT INCLUDED: Acropolis tickets are not included. We can purchase these on request after booking (extra cost) Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes YOUR GUIDE: Our guides are Exclusively State Licensed Archaeological Experts with years of experience, and most holding advanced degrees. FULLY PRIVATE TOUR: Your tour is fully private from start to finish.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, el, en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- WARMPENGUIN
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- ADMISSION TICKETS: Are included ONLY when selecting the 'Admission Tickets' option. For all other options we can still have skip-the-line tickets for you by request (to our email: reservations@warmpenguin.gr. Extra cost), or you can buy your own tickets directly. If you have booked an option other than the one including tickets and we have received no written request from you to buy them, then we expect that you will turn up with your own tickets for the appropriate date and time slot..
- BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS Only): Includes a Licensed Official Guide with a tour of the Acropolis only. Tour ends in the Acropolis so you can enjoy the city views & have more time for photos.
- BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Food): Immerse yourself in Local food Culture with this option, which includes Traditional Food Tastings at local eateries and your choice of dish (equivalent to lunch. Vegetarian available).
- BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Tickets): Includes Admission Costs and Timed Entry Tickets for the Acropolis. Your guide will have them ready for you.
- 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
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 41 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
41 verified traveler reviews for Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Getting our bearings
So fun and informative. Gave us a thorough 2-hour overview of this key neighborhood, restaurants, entrances, landmarks and hidden sites. Our guide Lydia was charming.
Response from the operator: 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
via Tripadvisor
Our Tour guide Lisa was...
Our Tour guide Lisa was very knowledgeable and made the Tour of the Acropolis and Plaka very interesting and fun!
Response from the operator: Dear Chery; 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
via Viator
Personal tour of the Acropolis and Plaka neighborhood: Superb!
Marina was our guide. She is personable, well-spoken, knowledgeable, and answered all of our questions with kindness and understanding. A really good guide doesn’t just explain. She listened. Marina is among the very best guides my wife and I have booked to help us learn more about history, buildings and culture. We’re very pleased with WarmPenguin for helping us have such an interesting time in Athens.
Response from the operator: Dear Richard 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!
via Tripadvisor
Take a private tour for a once in a lifetime experience.
Fabulous 3 hours leisurely walking up to the acropolis, taking breaks, listening to rich stories in the shade. The pace was perfect and informative. Marissa is a fantastic guide, so caring and knowledgeable. She made the experience one of a kind and very memorable.
Response from the operator: 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!
via Tripadvisor
Athens must see private tour
It is a great tour that consolidates all the must do sites in Athens. Knowledgeable guide and wonderful personality, Becky was a delight
Response from the operator: Dear Karen 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
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $171 to $448
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 15
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by WARMPENGUIN, who run 32 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.7.
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Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Athens.
How much does Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert cost?
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Prices start at $171 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 & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert take?
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Plan for about 3 hours 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 & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 43 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Athens, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert?
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Around 15 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert 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 Scenic Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis, Athens Small Group E-Bike Tour, Acropolis E-bike Tour With Entrance Tickets. 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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What is included in Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert?
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Included: FULLY PRIVATE TOUR. Only your group is guided exclusively from start to finish; BOOKING OPTION (Acropolis Only): Includes a Private Guided Tour of the Acropolis only; ACROPOLIS & PLAKA. 3-Hour Private Guided Tour; ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXPERT GUIDES. All are fully Accredited State Licensed Official Archaeologi; and BOOKING OPTION (ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Food): Includes Traditional Food Tastings at local eat. Not included: Archaeological Site Entrance Tickets & Cost (unless choosing this booking option). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert?
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MEETING POINT: Makrigianni 7, Athina. 117 42 (close to the Acropolis Museum) Your guide will have a sign with the name of the lead traveler written. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert offered in?
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It is offered in German, Greek, English and Italian. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Athens. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert?
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Across 43 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, small groups. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
What booking options are available for Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Tickets, ACROPOLIS & PLAKA, ACROPOLIS & PLAKA + Food, ACROPOLIS only. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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