Acropolis SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets Private Tour with Licensed Guide
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Acropolis SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets Private Tour with Licensed Guide is a 1.5-hour experience in Athens, Greece, from $26 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 3/5 (3)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $26 per person
A private tour exclusive to your group with your Skip-The-Line Tickets all ready per-purchased for you, so you can make the most of your time without wating in long lines. On our tour you will experience all the remaini
What you get
About this experience
A private tour exclusive to your group with your Skip-The-Line Tickets all ready per-purchased for you, so you can make the most of your time without wating in long lines. On our tour you will experience all the remaining classical temples & structures of the Acropolis including the iconic Parthenon & mystical Erechtheion, as you learn about the amazing fete of Architecture, and masterpieces of artistic expression which adorned them. This amazing site played a central role in the development of one of the worlds great civilizations and you will hear of the many fascinating events, Mythology & Story’s which still influence the city & its inhabitants stretched out in the panoramic views below. For photographers, choose the 'Golden-Hour' Tour in the late afternoon to experience the famous Magical effects of the low light on the Parthenon at this time.
What's included
Included
- Skip the line at the Acropolis
- Whisper Communication System for groups of 6 or more
- Fully Private Tour for your Group Only
- Pre-Purchased Acropolis Tickets (cost to be reimbursed to your guide in cash: 40 Euro ppn)
- 2-Hr Private Guided Tour of the Acropolis with Licensed Professional Official Expert
Not included
- Acropolis entrance cost is not included & need to be paid to host in cash (35 Euro p.p.)
- Entrance Tickets cost for Museum or Agora, only if choosing this option (25 Euro p.p)
What you'll see and do
Acropolis
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. She will have a sign with your name. ADMISSION TICKETS (Additional Cost). These will be pre-bought at the appropriate time slot & your guide will have these ready for you to make your tour hassle free. You will reimburse her directly for the related cost (35 Euro per Acropolis Ticket) MUSEUM AND ANCIENT AGORA OPTIONS. If you have selected the booking option to add either of these sites, your guide will have these tickets for you & you will reimburse her additional 25 Euro per ticket
10 minutes here · Admission not included
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 on the 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!
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Propylaea
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.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
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.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Erectheion
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.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Parthenon
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.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Herod Atticus Odeon
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.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Acropolis
ENDING YOUR TOUR. Your guide will return you to the meeting point or choose to stay, enjoying the sights of the City!
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Acropolis
ADDITIONAL BOOKING OPTIONS: ACROPOLIS MUSEUM OR ANCIENT AGORA. If you have selected either one of these options during booking, then after seeing the Acropolis, you will continue with your guide to enjoy the additional site.
Pass by without stopping
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
If selecting the Acropolis only option, your tour may end in the Acropolis so you can enjoy the views. If selecting the Acropolis & Museum Option, your tour may end in the Museum. If selecting the option including the Ancient Agora, your tour will end there.
Options you can book
ACROPOLIS & ANCIENT AGORA 3Hr
3-HOUR PRIVATE TOUR: Private expert guiding of the Parthenon & Temples of the Acropolis, and the Ancient Agora Duration: 3 hours
ACROPOLIS GOLDEN-HOUR 90-Min
90-Minute ACROPOLIS TOUR: Explore the Parthenon and see all the monuments of the Acropolis during famous Golden-Light hours Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes PLEASE NOTE: After completion, your guide will leave you in the Acropolis so you have more time to enjoy the views & take photos
ACROPOLIS ONLY 90-Minutes
90-Minute ACROPOLIS TOUR: A 90-Minute Private guided tour of the Acropolis Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes PLEASE NOTE: After completion, your guide will leave you in the Acropolis so you have more time to enjoy the views & take photos
ACROPOLIS & MUSEUM 3Hr
3 HOUR PRIVATE TOUR: Private expert guiding of the Parthenon & Temples of the Acropolis, and the New Acropolis Museum Duration: 3 hours
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
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- 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
- ACROPOLIS ADMISSION TICKETS - EXTRA COST: Please note the cost is not included. Your guide will purchase them at the appropriate time slot. You will reimburse your guide 35 Euro in cash Per Ticket
- ADDITIONAL BOOKING OPTIONS TICKETS - EXTRA COST: If you have selected either option to add the Acropolis Museum or Ancient Agora, your guide will have your tickets ready at the appropriate time slot & you will reimburse her the additional ticket cost (25 Euro per ticket).
- FAMILY FRIENDLY. For family groups our tours are specially tuned for the needs of young group members, with more Mythological commentary & stories
- ACROPOLIS & AGORA OPTION: Please note there is some walking distance between these site
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Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Acropolis SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets Private Tour with Licensed Guide. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Long Lecture but less Pictures
We appreciated our tour guild to give us a very detail lecture during our Private Tour under the extreme hot weather and burning sun. Due to the heat, we think the lecture could be more simple and shorter, so we could have more time to walk around plus taking more pictures. We had very limited time for pictures but very long time for lecture during our 3 hours Private Tour. We wanted to visit Areopagus Hill for the best picture spot that so close to acropolis, but we could not even walk up the stairs for pictures, because we had to hurry to the next site “agora”. If the lecture was much shorter, we could have gone to the Areopagus Hill for pictures. Our Tour Guild should have modified with flexibility to fit our preferences, not her preferences. Not everyone would like to hear long lecture under the burning sun and heat. We need good introduction of the history, but it should be modified with simplicity and shorter version, so customers can have more time for pictures and personal time to walk around too. That’s why we wanted a Private tour, so we could be more in control of our own time, but sadly that it didn’t happen to our Private Tour.
Response from the operator: Dear Silvana, After your poor review we immediately followed up with our guide & we are taking the unusual step of publishing her full reply below. For your information our guides are not photographic assistants. Rather they are highly educated versatile professionals that are able to condense their years of experience and knowledge into illuminating the wonderful history, culture and Mythology of Greece to all, from multi generational families with small children, to visiting scholars. We only consider ourselves fortunate to have such valuable and considerate people on our team and only consider ourselves unfortunate when their value is not appreciated, especially when in this case our guide did all possible to make your short time the best it could be. Our guides response in full: ''I am really sorry for this negative review. Actually,I was really taken aback by these negative comments of our guest Silvana Chu, because during our tour she gave me great feedback and in the end she praised me and even gave me a generous tip. Her overall comment was: "More lecture, less (fewer) pictures", but this is not quite right. During our tour I stopped at all the important photo stops and I became her personal photographer, taking numerous photos of her and her partner. As far as the "lecture" part is concerned, my tours are not lectures, but a vivid presentation of ancient Greek art, history and mythology in a fun and interactive way that engages my guests. However, I can completely understand the fact that whatever is considered to be a detailed and interesting account for one person can be seen as a sort of a "lecture" by someone else. However, I have to apologize for one thing: not walking her up to Mars Hill. I gave her a presentation of the Hill at the bottom of it, but we never climbed up. At this point, I would like to explain the reasons why I suggested not going up to Mars Hill. We had an hour left to finish the tour, which means we had to spend around 10-15 minutes walking to the Agora Entrance and 45 minutes to see the site. It was already 12.30 and the tour was supposed to finish at 13.30. It was boiling hot, as Silvana herself mentioned, and they were on a very tight schedule, as the guests themselves had already pointed out. In fact, they needed to get to Monastiraki square to visit a roof top cafeteria there for more pictures and then at 14.30 they would be picked up from Monastiraki square by their taxi driver. So, I explained to them kindly that it would be better not to climb up Mars Hill, if they wanted to have enough time after the tour to walk around Plaka and take their photos and they agreed without complains. If we had followed their plan we would have finished at 13.45 and along with the walking to Monastiraki square they would have had only 30 minutes left before they would be picked up by their taxi. Plus, they would be under the hot sun for extra 15 minutes. I really hope that by explaining to her the reasons why I suggested to do the tour this way, she will understand that I only cared for them making the most of this tour in such a limited period of time. In reality, at the end of the tour I even directed them towards Monastiraki square spending some extra time with them, even though this wasn't included in their three-hour tour. In any case, I can write a message for Silvana to apologize to her and explain everything to her, if you think this is necessary. '' We have informed our guide that no apology will be necessary! and also that her work continues to be highly appreciated by us.
via Tripadvisor
Tour of acropolis
Excellent and knowledgeable and able to make the area come alive to our children aged 7-11. Heartily recommended
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are really pleased you enjoyed your tour with us. We hope to meet you again in the future! Warm wishes from all the team at Warmpenguin Tours
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $26 to $361
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
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Acropolis SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets Private Tour with Licensed Guide: questions travelers ask
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How much does Acropolis SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets Private Tour with Licensed Guide cost?
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Prices start at $26 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 SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets Private Tour with Licensed Guide take?
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Plan for about 1.5 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 SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets Private Tour with Licensed Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 3 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 SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets Private Tour with Licensed Guide?
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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 SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets Private Tour with Licensed Guide suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Acropolis SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets Private Tour with Licensed Guide?
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Around 1 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 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Acropolis SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets Private Tour with Licensed Guide 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.
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