
Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 12 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum worth booking?
Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum is a 2.5-hour experience in Athens, Greece, from €49 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 12 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (12)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- €49 per person
In Athens there are so many things to see and places to visit. You will visit the 2 most important places, the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum and explore with a licensed tour guide that could really help you make the most of your visit there.
What you get
About this experience
In Athens there are so many things to see and places to visit. You will visit the 2 most important places, the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum and explore with a licensed tour guide that could really help you make the most of your visit there.
What's included
Included
- Certified tour guide services
Not included
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Acropolis
Your guide will meet you right by the entrance of the site, and will start ascending with you to the top of the hill, finding the best spots on the way up to stop and help you visualize the Golden Age of Pericles which was when most of the monuments on the hill were built. Climbing up you will see and hear explanations about the Filopappos hill, the Herodium odeon, the Dionysius theatre, the Pnyx hill - birthplace of Democracy and the Areopagus hill. Stopping before the Propylaea, you will have an excellent view of the temple of Wingless Nike and the Ancient Agora, where Socrates, Plato and Aristotle introduced great philosophical schools. Walking through the Propylaea you will reach the top and you will see the breathtaking Parthenon and the Erechtheion temple opposite it, where the Karyatides stood instead of columns to support the roof.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Acropolis Museum
The New Acropolis Museum is characterized as one of the best museums in the world and there you will see parts of the excavations of the ancient city through its glass floor, an amazing exhibition of "Kores" and "Kouroi" statues, the Karyatides e.t.c. As you will be ascending the different levels of the museum, you will reach the top floor, all glass, where admiring the remaining pediments and frieze of the Parthenon, you will also have an excellent view of the Parthenon itself.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Athens
At the main entrance of the Acropolis Hill, by the ticket booth
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour will end at the New Acropolis Museum
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Niki Olympic Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 12 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
4 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
12 verified traveler reviews for Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Had a great experience learning about the Greeks!
Our tour guide and driver were both very professional and well informed. We very much enjoyed our experience and would highly recommend this company.
Response from the operator: Thank you for choosing us and for your review!
via Tripadvisor
Great walking tour!
We had a walking tour. Our guide spoke english well and we had ear pieces so we could hear really well. It was very helpful! The guide was extremely knowledgeable and we really enjoyed the tour. If you go in late July, make sure you go to the acropolis early. It's extremely hot and crowded.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review. We are happy to hear that you have enjoyed the tour we organized for you.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent four hour tour and guide. A highlight of our Greece trip!
My husband and I celebrated 20 years of marriage with a trip to Greece last fall. We scheduled a private tour of the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum with Olympic Day Tours through Niki. Her name came highly recommended by friends of ours who also enjoyed a private tour earlier last summer. Niki's communication was prompt and very thorough. Our tour guide, Kostas, was a delight. Full of knowledge, easy to talk with, and guided us through the busy and sometimes chaotic Acropolis with ease. Our 4 hours was never a bore and full of knowledge and history. I highly recommend Olympic Day Tours and will call on them again next time we visit.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the wonderful review as well as for trusting us in such an important moment for you. We are happy to hear that you have enjoyed your tour with Kostas and we hope to hav you visit our country again in the future.
via Tripadvisor
Knowledgeable, fun guides - one of the highlights of our trip
We were a group of 4 couples - long time friends traveling to Greece and other locations for the first time. My husband and I are fans of Rick Steves, and rely on his experience and expertise to guide some of our travel. Niki's tour was a recommendation from Rick - and once again, he was spot on. We had two Katerinas (hopefully I'm spelling their name correctly) - one was our main guide and knew a lot about modern Greece, and the other was our guide for the Acropolis Hill and museum and knew a lot about ancient Greece. Both guides were fun, knowledgeable and just a pleasure to know. Katerina that took us through the hill and museum knew her way around, got us through the crowds expertly, and read our group very well in knowing where to pause and where to move a little faster. She had great recommendations for photo ops. Katerina that was our bus guide pointed out sites and gave information we wouldn't have found on our own, especially since we were only in Athens for the day. She joined us for a fantastic lunch as well. We would highly recommend Niki and her team for their tours of Greece. The entire group agreed we had a great day. Thank you Niki and team!!
Response from the operator: Thank you for trusting us and for writing this beautiful review!
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
Thank you Niki and Dimitri for making one of my dream vacations one of the best experiences. Dimitri responded to all of my emails and answered my questions and concerns in a timely manner. We went to 3 different islands and had a great experience on each. We did a walking tour from our hotel in Athens to the Acropolis hill and museum. Viki was a very knowledgeable and friendly tour guide who was We learned a lot from her. She even showed us a great place to get a great authentic Greek lunch. We also had a great experience in Santorini with our driver Gabriel. He was also a very friendly and informative tour guide. He took us to all the top sites and showed us a nice place on the beach for lunch. For our stop in Mykonos Carina our tour guide was friendly and very knowledgeable about the history of the island. We saw and learned a lot and had an overall great experience on our vacation. I definitely recommend Olympic tours and will definitely use them again in the future.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for all your kind words and for sharing the beautiful review. It was more than a pleasure paining all these custom made experiences for you and we are happy that you have enjoyed them. Till the next time you visit, happy living to you and your family.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- €49 to €407
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Athens.
How much does Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum cost?
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Prices start at €49 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 Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum take?
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Plan for about 2.5 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 Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum 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 (5/5 across 12 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 Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum?
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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 Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum?
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Around 4 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 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum 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 Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum?
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Included: Certified tour guide services. Not included: Private transportation; Gratuities; Entrance fees; and Entrance fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum?
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At the main entrance of the Acropolis Hill, by the ticket booth Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum offered in?
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It is offered in English and French. 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 Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum?
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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 Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum 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 Private local tour of the Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum?
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Across 12 reviews averaging 5.0 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 comment on how the schedule is paced.
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