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Practical, up-to-date guides for your Acropolis visit: where to buy the official ticket, who pays what, the best time of day, which tour is worth it, the Acropolis Museum, and the practical details of the day itself.

Official Acropolis Tickets 2026: Where to Buy & Timed SlotsWhere to buy, time slots, sell-outs and when to pay more.Read the guide →Acropolis Ticket Types 2026: Who Pays & What It CoversFull, reduced, who doesn't pay and what one ticket covers.Read the guide →Best Time to Visit the Acropolis 2026: Hours & CrowdsThe best slot, crowd peaks, summer heat and 2026 hours.Read the guide →Best Acropolis Tours 2026: Guided, Audio & Small GroupsGuided, small-group, first access or audio: which suits you.Read the guide →Acropolis Museum 2026: Tickets, Hours & HighlightsSeparate ticket, hours, highlights and when to go.Read the guide →Visiting the Acropolis 2026: Practical Tips & RouteEntrances, the climb, bags, the lift and a half-day plan.Read the guide →

Tickets & tours

Popular Acropolis tickets

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Acropolis Timed Ticket with Audio Option Just the ticket ★ 4.2Your time slot13,433 reviews

Acropolis Timed Ticket with Audio Option
Timed entryPhone audioOwn pace

A timed Acropolis ticket by email plus a phone audio tour of the old town. Handy when the official slots are gone; it costs more than the official ticket.

What's included
  • Acropolis entry ticket for your date and time slot
  • Self-guided audio tour of the old town on your phone
  • Acropolis audio tour or a live guide if you choose that option
  • Full-price tickets only: reduced tickets are not sold here
  • Non-refundable once booked
Rated4.213,433 reviews Check dates
Acropolis, Parthenon & Museum Guided Tour Guide, ticket, museum ★ 4.82 hours, more with the museum13,898 reviews

Acropolis, Parthenon & Museum Guided Tour
Licensed guideTicket optionMuseum option

A licensed guide walks you up the south slope to the Parthenon, with the entry ticket and the Acropolis Museum as options. The best rated tour with this many reviews.

What's included
  • Licensed guide, shared or private group
  • Acropolis entry ticket if you choose that option
  • Acropolis Museum ticket and tour if you choose that option
  • Earphones for groups of more than 8
  • Full refund if you cancel up to 24 hours ahead
Rated4.813,898 reviews Check dates
First Access Acropolis & Parthenon Tour First in at opening ★ 4.82 hours2,716 reviews

First Access Acropolis & Parthenon Tour
Opening slotLicensed guideEarsets

The group lines up before the gates open and walks straight to the Parthenon, before the crowds. Reviewers say it is packed by 10:00.

What's included
  • Entry with the first group of the day at the main entrance
  • Licensed local guide and earsets
  • Acropolis entry ticket if you choose that option
  • Athens map and guide magazine
  • Full refund if you cancel up to 24 hours ahead
Rated4.82,716 reviews Check dates

Book your slot before you go

A licensed guide on the Acropolis, with the entry ticket and the Acropolis Museum as options, rated 4.8 from 13,898 reviews.

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