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Skip the queues and step directly into 2,500 years of history. We make your Acropolis experience as timeless as the monuments themselves.
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Acropolis & Parthenon Tickets with Optional Audio Guide
Skip the ticket lines and step into ancient history at your own pace. Explore the iconic Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, and Theatre of Dionysus with a multilingual audio guide that reveals the myths, legends, and stories behind Athens' most treasured monuments.
Includes:
- Timed entry to the Acropolis
- Audio guide in English, French, German, Spanish & Italian
- Offline audio guide and map on your phone
Best price starting at:
39 €
Acropolis & Parthenon Guided Tours with Entry Tickets
Explore the Acropolis with an expert guide who brings ancient history to life. Small groups, headsets for clear audio, and plenty of time for questions and photos. Enhance your visit with optional add-ons like the Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora, or a walk through Plaka.
Includes:
- Guided tour of the Acropolis & Parthenon
- Skip-the-line entry
- Guide in English, Spanish, French, German, or Italian
Best price starting at:
34 €
Combo: Acropolis & Parthenon + Acropolis Museum Tickets
One plan, two iconic sites. Walk through the Acropolis hilltop monuments with reserved timed entry, then explore the Acropolis Museum, all connected by multilingual audio guides on your phone with offline maps, narration, and interactive content.
Includes:
- Time-slotted e-ticket to the Acropolis & Parthenon
- Entry ticket to the Acropolis Museum
- Audio guide in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian & Greek
Best price starting at:
75 €
Find your perfect Acropolis experience
Self-Guided Discovery
Explore at your own pace with priority access that lets you skip the queues. Once inside, take your time with the Parthenon’s towering columns, the Erechtheion’s famous Caryatids, and sweeping views of Athens below. The Acropolis slopes are also accessible for exploration at your own pace.
An optional audio guide is available for those who want additional context during their visit. No schedules, no rushing - just you and 2,500 years of history on your own terms.
Guided Tour
Get the stories that guidebooks miss. With an expert archaeologist or licensed historian leading the way, you’ll learn why the Parthenon’s columns aren’t actually straight, hear the myths of gods fighting over this hilltop, and discover how these monuments were built without modern tools.
Everything’s taken care of: skip-the-line entry, headsets for clear audio, and insights that make the ruins come alive. Most guided tours include the Acropolis entry ticket, and some are available as combo tickets that add the Acropolis Museum or other sites for a more complete experience.
Ultimate Acropolis Experience
For a more comprehensive experience, opt for a full-day package that includes Acropolis Museum tickets, as well as access to other museums and archaeological sites.
These tours combine the Acropolis with the world-class Museum and the Ancient Agora where Socrates once debated. Some packages extend to Cape Sounion for sunset at the Temple of Poseidon. Full-day immersion, seamlessly planned.
How to Buy Your Acropolis Tickets
Securing your entry to the Acropolis site online is simple and stress-free. You can buy tickets online up to three months in advance, ensuring you get your preferred date and time - especially important during the busy summer months. Entry tickets are available for standard admission, as well as reduced price tickets for eligible visitors. Free entry tickets are offered on select days, such as the first Sunday of each month from November to March, making it even easier to experience the wonders of ancient Greece.
When planning your visit, remember that the last entrance is 30 minutes before closing time, so arrive early to allow time for security checks. Signage on the site is limited, so a map is helpful. Besides guided tours, there are tickets with an audio guide that provides fascinating insights into the Acropolis’s history, mythology, and architecture. The audio guide is a great way to explore at your own pace while learning from expert commentary.
Families with babies or toddlers should bring a baby carrier, as strollers are not allowed on the site. Visitors with mobility difficulties can use the elevator on the north-west side, which is reached via the Main Entrance. Photos and videos for personal use are allowed, but tripods, selfie sticks and drones are not, and flash is prohibited in some areas. Should your plans change, many tickets offer a full refund if canceled in advance. For further details, check the Acropolis opening hours or read our guide to the official Acropolis website. With a little preparation, your journey to the Acropolis and its ancient wonders will be as smooth and memorable as possible.
Plan your trip and tour
The Acropolis opens at 8:00 AM daily. Closing times vary by season - 8:00 PM in summer (April to August), 5:00 PM in winter (November to March), with gradually earlier closing times in September and October. Last entry is always 30 minutes before closing, and buying your ticket in advance is strongly recommended. Please note that the ticket cannot be used to re-enter the site once you have left.
The site is closed on January 1, March 25, May 1, Orthodox Easter Sunday, December 25, and December 26. On Orthodox Good Friday it opens late, from 12:00 noon.
The Acropolis site sits in the heart of Athens, visible from nearly everywhere in the city. There are two public entrances. The Main Entrance is on the west side at the end of Theorias Street, where the path leads through the Beulé Gate to the Propylaea; guided tours usually meet here. The Southeast Entrance is on Dionysiou Areopagitou Street - a pedestrian promenade lined with cafés and street musicians - next to the Theatre of Dionysus and close to the Acropolis Museum. It often has shorter queues, but the path is steeper and not wheelchair accessible.
The elevator for visitors with disabilities is on the north-west side and is reached via the Main Entrance. Walking around the hill between the two entrances takes about 10 to 15 minutes.
Metro stations Acropoli (Line 2) and Monastiraki (Lines 1 & 3) are both a short walk away. Wear comfortable shoes; the ancient pathways are uneven and can be slippery.
Bring a water bottle, as there is little shade on the hill. There are no cafés on the Acropolis itself, but Plaka and Monastiraki are right nearby with plenty of tavernas serving Greek salads, souvlaki, and cold drinks.
Restrooms are located near the entrances. Large backpacks and luggage are not allowed on the site, so leave them at your hotel or use a luggage storage service near Acropoli metro station. The museum shop at the Acropolis Museum offers a curated selection of souvenirs and cultural merchandise.
Discover the Acropolis
The Acropolis archaeological site of Athens is humanity’s most enduring monument to democracy, art, and ambition. Rising about 156 meters above sea level on a limestone plateau, this UNESCO World Heritage Site (since 1987) has been settled since the Neolithic period and has a long, rich history - from Mycenaean fortress to sacred sanctuary to lasting symbol of Western civilization. Its iconic monuments and cultural legacy still inspire awe today.
The Parthenon dominates the hilltop, its Doric columns built with subtle curves that make them appear perfectly straight. Dedicated to the goddess Athena, the Parthenon stands as a testament to her role as the central deity of the site. The Erechtheion marks the spot where Athena and Poseidon supposedly competed for the city’s patronage, its Porch of the Caryatids featuring six sculpted maidens in place of columns. The Temple of Athena Nike, also honoring the goddess Athena, celebrates military victory, while the Propylaea gateway signals entry to sacred ground.
Below the summit, ancient theaters carved into the hillside once hosted the world’s first dramatic performances. The Theatre of Dionysus saw premieres by Sophocles, Euripides, and Aristophanes. The Odeon of Herodes Atticus, remarkably well-preserved, still hosts concerts under the stars each summer.
Whether you’re here for the origins of philosophy, the peak of classical architecture, or simply the view stretching to the Aegean - the Acropolis site delivers an experience that stays with you long after you leave.
Frequently asked questions
01 How much do Acropolis tickets cost?
On Headout, tickets and tours range from about 34 € to 135 €, depending on what’s included. A single entry ticket with audio guide starts from about 39 €, a guided tour with entry from about 34 €, and the combo with the Acropolis Museum from about 75 €. The Athens Multipass (Acropolis plus 5 more sites, valid for 3 days) starts from about 135 €. Prices are “from” prices and can change.
02 Should I book Acropolis tickets in advance?
Yes, advance booking is strongly recommended. The site limits daily visitors to 20,000, and popular morning slots can sell out days or weeks ahead during peak season (April to October). Booking ahead guarantees your preferred time and lets you skip the ticket queue.
03 How long does a visit to the Acropolis take?
Plan for 1.5 to 2 hours to explore the main monuments on the hill, whether on your own or with a guide. If you also want to see the theatres on the south slope, allow about 2.5 to 3 hours. Combining the Acropolis with the Acropolis Museum takes about 4 hours, so plan half a day.
04 What is the best time to visit the Acropolis?
Early morning at 8:00 AM or late afternoon, about two hours before closing. You’ll get smaller crowds, better light for photos, and more comfortable temperatures - especially in summer when midday heat can exceed 35°C. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.
05 Is the Acropolis accessible for visitors with disabilities?
Yes. A dedicated elevator on the north-west side of the hill, reached via the Main Entrance, provides access to the summit where the Parthenon and main monuments are located. The terrain on top is still uneven, and the Southeast Entrance is not wheelchair accessible, so plan accordingly. The Acropolis Museum is fully wheelchair accessible.
06 Can I visit the Acropolis at night?
Regular nighttime visits aren’t available - the site closes before sunset year-round. However, during the Athens Festival (May to October), performances at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus let you experience the illuminated Acropolis after dark. You can also view the lit-up Acropolis for free from Areopagus Hill or Philopappos Hill.
07 What is included with an Acropolis ticket?
A standard ticket covers the entire archaeological site: the Parthenon, Erechtheion, Temple of Athena Nike, Propylaea and the south slope with the Theatre of Dionysus and views of the Odeon of Herodes Atticus. The Acropolis Museum requires a separate ticket unless you buy a combo. The official combined ticket for several sites was discontinued in 2025; today you can choose Headout combos such as Acropolis + Acropolis Museum, the Athens Multipass (Acropolis plus 5 more archaeological sites, valid for 3 days) or Acropolis + Hop-on Hop-off bus.
08 Are there skip-the-line tickets for the Acropolis?
Yes, and they’re highly recommended during busy periods. Skip-the-line tickets let you bypass the ticket office queue; you still pass a short security check. Online tickets come with a timed entry slot, which effectively works as skip-the-line since you enter at your designated time. Use the entrance stated on your voucher.