Athens Acropolis & City Highlights Walking Tour
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- Instant Confirmation
- Meeting at the designated location
- Mobile voucher
- Use only on the selected date
- Cancellation available
- Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
- English
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Highlights
This walking tour starts at Syntagma Square, covers the main sights of central Athens on foot and then climbs the Acropolis to see the Parthenon. Watch the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament, then pass through the National Garden, the Zappeion Hall and the Plaka district on your way to the Acropolis. A licensed guide explains the monuments of the Acropolis, including the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylaea and the Temple of Nike. You can choose an option with Acropolis admission included or an option where you arrange your own ticket.
Program
Start at Syntagma Square
and explore central Athens and the Acropolis on foot
The tour starts at Syntagma metro station. Your guide shows you the archaeological remains around the square, then heads to the Parliament and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where you can watch the changing of the guard.
Pass the National Garden, the Zappeion Hall and the columns of the Temple of Zeus
Walk through the National Garden of Athens and see the neoclassical Zappeion Hall. In front of the hall stand the towering columns that once belonged to the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Hadrian's Arch. Begun in the 6th century BC, the temple was dedicated to the king of the gods and took nearly 600 years to complete.
Walk through the alleys of Plaka up to the Acropolis
Next, enter the Plaka district, pass the portrait of Melina Mercouri, the famous Greek actress and politician, and walk the winding pedestrian streets lined with cafés. Then follow the path up to the Acropolis and enjoy the view of the city below.
See the Parthenon and the monuments of the Acropolis with your guide
At the Acropolis, your guide explains the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylaea and the Temple of Nike, as well as the monuments at the foot of the hill such as the Temple of Dionysus and Philopappos Hill. The guided tour ends at the top of the hill, and afterwards you are free to explore further and enjoy the view of the sea and the city.
※ Entry to the Acropolis is at around 11:40 AM, about 2 hours after the tour starts.
※ With the option without tickets, you must buy your Acropolis ticket yourself in advance.
Tour Course
Standard Course
Information
What's Included
- Acropolis & Parthenon tour
- Local licensed guide
- Acropolis entry ticket (if option selected)
- Guided walking tour
- Changing of the guard
What's Not Included
- Entry fees (if the option is not selected)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Tips
How To Use
- Please check your mobile voucher by email or in the WAUG app.
- Meet your guide at the meeting point inside Syntagma metro station 15 minutes before departure.
- Valid only on the selected date and time.
Meeting point :
Syntagma Metro Station
Pl. Sintagmatos, Athina 105 63, Greece
Meeting point directions:
Meet inside Syntagma metro station, under the hanging clock next to the ticket validators. Your guide will hold an orange "Athens Walking Tours" sign. The tour ends at the top of the Acropolis hill.
※ All usage conditions are subject to the information stated on the voucher. Refunds or compensation will not be provided if you are unable to use the service due to failure to check the information.※ All usage conditions are subject to the information stated on the voucher. Refunds or compensation will not be provided if you are unable to use the service due to failure to check the information.
Location
Pl. Sintagmatos, Athina 105 63, Greece
What to Remember
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• Cancellation/refund requests are accepted only during business hours (Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00 Korea time, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays). Requests received outside business hours will be processed as received on the next business day (within business hours).
• Please submit cancellation and refund requests during business hours and make sure to receive a cancellation confirmation.
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