This guided tour of Athens combines a tour of the New Acropolis Museum with a visit to the home of the first modern Olympics; the Panathenaic Stadium. You’ll see famous carvings like the Parthenon Marbles and Caryatids, and walk on a sporting field that has been hosting athletics for over 2,300 years. Traveling with an expert local guide in a small group, this is a low-stress way for history lovers to immerse themselves in Hellenistic culture for an afternoon.
Ancient Athens Uncovered: Skip the Line New Acropolis Museum tour & Ancient Olympic Stadium
Summary Description
Highlights
- New Acropolis Museum tour with skip-the-line tickets featuring the original Parthenon Marbles and the Caryatids
- Skip the line into the Panathenaic Stadium and step onto the field of a 2,300-year-old sports arena where the first modern Olympics were held
- Travel in a small group of 15 people with an expert local guide.
- All-inclusive tickets to the New Acropolis Museum and the Panathenaic Stadium
Description
Your Athens Guided Tour starts with skip-the-line tickets into the New Acropolis Museum, which holds all the wonders that once adorned the Acropolis. Inside, your guide will show you and your small group a carefully-selected collection of the most treasured artifacts, including the Caryatids, monumental statues of women that once supported the entablature of an ancient temple and the Parthenon Marbles. All of our guides are experts in Greek art and archeology, so be sure to ask lots of questions; they want you to leave with a deeper understanding and appreciation for what you see.
After you leave the museum, your Athens Tour passes the Arch of Hadrian, one of the city’s most iconic monuments, and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Next, it’s on to the Panathenaic Stadium, home to the first modern Olympic Games. Skipping the entrance lines, your guide will take you through the marble halls and stands of this 2,300-year-old wonder and down onto the track. This is hallowed ground for sports fans; a must-do for anyone who wants to walk in the footsteps of over 2,000 years of athletic tradition.
Your Athens Guided Tour ends inside the stadium so you can spend more time exploring the ancient structure on your own.
Sites Visited:
• New Acropolis Museum
• Caryatids
• Parthenon Marbles
• Arch of Hadrian
• Temple of Olympian Zeus
• Panathenaic Stadium
Included / Excluded
- Skip the line tickets to the Panathenaic Stadium with guided tour
- Skip the line tickets to the New Acropolis Museum
- Headsets for 7 or more people
- Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
- Gratuities
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Manga Cafe, Athanasiou Diakou 2, Athens, GR
Start Location Notes: This tour meets in front of Manga Cafe, Athanasiou Diakou 2, Athina 117 42. The cafe is located next to the Acropolis Metro (subway) stop. When exiting the subway take the exit "Maykryianni / Athanasiou Diakou".
Start Location Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Manga+Cafe/@37.9684973,23.7276286,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x14a1bd172a513933:0x871c00775c11a362!8m2!3d37.9684973!4d23.7298173
End Location: Panathenaic (Olympic) Stadium, Leof. Vasileos Konstantinou, Athens, GR
End Location Direction: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Panathenaic+Stadium/@37.9683342,23.7411118,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xa74ab8bf25aeb046!8m2!3d37.9683342!4d23.7411118
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour.
- Walks comply with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to Athens government guidelines for the most up to date information
- Please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows after tour commencement or departure.
- Please note that only small backpacks and regular-size handbags are allowed inside the New Acropolis Museum and will have to be left at the bag check desk.
- At the Panathenaic (Olympic) Stadium no drinks (except water) or food is allowed.
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
- Walks comply with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to Athens government guidelines for the most up to date information
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 72 hours
Cancellation Notes: Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 72 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Points of interest
Terms and Conditions
Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.
FAQ
Are tours in wheelchair accessible in Athens?
Tours in Athens are unfortunately not accessible with wheelchairs. They would be dangerous due to the uneven ground and marble floors.
Can I go for a run in the Panathenaic Stadium?
If you feel energetic, you can go for a run around the stadium, on the footsteps of great athletes! Athletic shoes are necessary!
Can I re-enter the New Acropolis museum at another time with my ticket?
No, the tickets are one-use only, unfortunately.
Can I bring a stroller?
Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate strollers on these tours due to uneven ground and the marble floors.
Is there a place I can leave my bag in the New Acropolis Museum?
The cloakroom is located on the ground floor of the Museum, where all backpacks and packages must be deposited. To avoid lengthy delays in queues, such items should not be brought into the Museum. The Museum holds no responsibility for valuables or fragile items deposited in the cloakroom.
Do I need any ID for any tours in Athens?
No, ID is not needed for entering monuments in Athens.
Should I bring anything with me?
On warm days, we suggest you bring along a bottle of water and sun protection. You should also wear non-slippery and comfortable shoes as the ground is covered in marbles, and is quite slippery (no flip flops).
Can I take photos in the New Acropolis Museum?
Photographs are permitted in all Museum exhibition areas, except for the Archaic Acropolis Gallery.
About operator:
Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.
In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Basic Information
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Max Group Size: 15
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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