Pristine Parthenon: No-Crowds Acropolis Tour & Skip the Line Acropolis Museum Tour

Highlights

  • Experience the Parthenon in the morning or evening without the crowds.

  • Discover the Acropolis and marvel at ancient wonders.

  • Skip the line at the New Acropolis Museum for a guided tour.

  • Take in stunning views over Athens right at sunrise or sunset.

  • Explore in the capable hands of an expert local guide.

Summary

Access the Acropolis and enjoy the Parthenon in relative peace without the crowds on this specially timed tour with skip-the-line tickets.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
15
Pricing (From)
Adult (15+): (15-99 years)
€89.00
Child (2-14): (2-14 years)
€84.00
Infant (0-1): (0-1 years)
€0.00
Commentary
English
Dropoff location

New Acropolis Museum, Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athens, Athina, 117 42, GR

Why take this tour?

Towering over Athens and crowning the Acropolis, the Parthenon is the most iconic image of the Greek capital. Enjoy it at its most pristine on this small group tour that uses skip the line access and your choice of an early morning or evening itinerary that gets you there before or after the crowds. Visit some of the key monuments and temples and skip the lines at the New Acropolis Museum for an in-depth look at the history and legends surrounding these ancient wonders.

See one of the world’s most visited landmarks without the crowds on this small group, skip-the-line tour of the Acropolis and  New Acropolis Museum. Be among the first people of the day to see the Parthenon on our morning tour and after all the large tour groups have left on the evening tour. No matter which tour you choose, you'll be among the few people to see this magnificent monument at its quietest.

Your tour begins meeting your guide and small group of no more than 15 people. If you're joining the morning tour, use skip the line ticket to be first through the gates of the Acropolis when it opens.

While other groups stop at the temples and monuments on the way up the hill, you’ll march straight to the main event for an intimate encounter with one of the greatest buildings in history. You’ll learn some of its secrets, take in stunning views of the city, and enjoy a full tour of the Acropolis highlights, like the Erechtheon, Monumental Gateway, Temple of Athena Nike and the Theater of Dionysus.

Then, you’ll head down the hill to the New Acropolis Museum where you’ll skip the line and enjoy a tour of the highlights of the collection, including the Caryatids and the Parthenon Marbles. The morning tour ends in the museum, so you can spend more time exploring the collection.

If you prefer an evening tour, you'll skip the line and begin with a guided visit with your expert guide at the New Acropolis Museum. From there, you and your small group will walk to the Acropolis and arrive at the Parthenon after the crowds have left and the sun begins to set on Athens. The full tour of the Acropolis continues and then concludes at the Theater of Dionysus, the oldest theater in the world.

What’s included?

  • Skip the line tickets to the Acropolis

  • Skip-the-line tickets to the New Acropolis Museum

  • Headsets

  • English-speaking guide

  • Small group size of 15 pax

  • Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers. Please contact the Guest Experience team at [email protected] or call +1-202-684-69163 (International) or 888-683-8670 (USA) to make alternative arrangements.

  • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations; please refer to the government website in the country of your tour for the most up-to-date information.

Before you go

  • 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.

  • At all archeological & museum sites: no drinks (except water) or food is allowed.

  • Please note that only small backpacks and regular-size handbags are allowed inside the New Arcopolis Museum and will have to be left at the bag check desk.

  • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations; please refer to the government website in the country of your tour for the most up-to-date information.

Cancellation Policy

    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.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted


    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

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.