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  • Walk through Athens’ golden age, marvel at the Parthenon Gallery, and glimpse everyday life in the buried city below, with flexible ticket options for every visitor.
  • Add a multilingual audio guide to explore at your own pace, with stories of the Caryatids’ silent defiance, the Parthenon’s once-bright sculptures, and Plaka’s hidden courtyards, complete with offline maps.
  • Upgrade to include the Acropolis and Parthenon for a hassle-free visit, combining Athens’ most iconic landmark and its treasures in one seamless experience.
  • With the guided combo tour, skip past long entry queues and learn more about Athens’ history with vivid stories of gods, democracy, and the people who once lived among these ruins.
  • Fun fact: The Acropolis Museum’s glass walkways are designed so visitors literally walk above ancient ruins, bridging the city’s modern present with its timeless past.

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Acropolis Museum exterior with ancient ruins in Athens, Greece.
Ancient sculptures displayed in the Athens Acropolis Museum.
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Explore Parthenon sculptures, glass floor excavations, and ancient Athenian treasures at the Acropolis Museum. Enhance your visit with optional access to the Acropolis' iconic monuments, featuring skip-the-line entry and audio tours in several languages.

Getting started

Arrive at the entrance of the Acropolis Museum, scan your printed or mobile ticket at validation machines, then proceed inside. If you've opted for a guided walking tour, meet your licensed guide at Athenian Tours office, Mitsaion 2, 11742 Athens—a short walk from the Acropolis—for an intimate experience with up to 22 participants.

Everyday Athenian life

Your journey begins in the Gallery of the Slopes. Discover pottery, toys, and offerings unearthed from homes, sanctuaries, and workshops that illustrate daily life under the Parthenon—the birthplace of democracy.

Faces of the Archaic Age

Move into the Archaic Gallery to encounter statues of kouroi and korai—noble young men and women—with mysterious smiles. The museum’s glass floor, combined with natural light, animates these sculptures while your guide or audio narration explains their significance in marking classical art's beginnings.

A window into the Parthenon

The Parthenon Gallery replicates the temple’s dimensions and orientation to display its original frieze of the Panathenaic Procession. Circumnavigate these sculptures as ancient Athenians did, with views through glass walls linking past and present on the Acropolis.

Beneath the Museum

Before departing, explore the museum’s underground excavation site. Walkways reveal a 5th-century BC Athenian neighborhood's remnants, including courtyards, homes, and workshops that offer insights into ordinary Athenians' lives.

Expanding your journey

If you've chosen the combo tour, continue to explore the Acropolis itself after leaving the museum. Start at the Propylaea, a grand marble gateway once welcoming ancient pilgrims and dignitaries onto this sacred site.

Pause next at the Temple of Athena Nike, an elegant shrine celebrating victory with graceful carvings of winged figures symbolizing hope and success.

Admire the Erechtheion where Athena’s olive tree triumphs over Poseidon's trident. The Caryatids continue to stand guard over this sacred site from their legendary contest.

Built under Pericles, the Parthenon was a testament to power, wealth, and civic pride. Your guide will explain how its sculpted friezes depicted the Panathenaic Procession, featuring mortal Athenians alongside gods—a bold reflection of democratic ideals.

Descending further, visit the Theater of Dionysus where festivals honoring the god of wine and theatre were once held. Finally, stand before the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, a Roman addition still hosting concerts today, linking past and present in an enduring tradition.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Skip-the-line access to the Acropolis Museum, if selected as an optional upgrade
  • Entry to both the Acropolis and Parthenon on your chosen date and time, based on the selected option
  • Self-guided audio tour of the Acropolis Museum in English, Spanish, French, German, or Italian languages (optional)
  • English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Greek self-guided audio tours for both the Acropolis and its museum (as per chosen option)
  • A 4-hour guided walking experience through the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum with an English-speaking expert guide (optional selection)
  • Unrestricted access to all permanent exhibitions in the Acropolis Museum, including notable galleries like Parthenon Gallery, Archaic Gallery, and the Gallery of the Slopes
  • Visit to the underground excavation site revealing a historical neighborhood beneath the Acropolis Museum
  • Entry to significant landmarks on the Acropolis: Temple of Athena Nike, Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Theater of Dionysus Eleuthereus, Erechtheion, and Propylaea (with combo tickets)
  • Self-guided audio tour for exploring Athens Old Town (Plaka)
  • Offline content with 2 interactive maps included when opting for the audio tour
  • Hotel transportation
  • Headsets for listening
  • Any type of auditory equipment
  • Elevator access on Acropolis Hill is not included
  • Meals and beverages are extra
  • Individual spending

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

Frequently asked questions

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Booking FAQs

At the Acropolis Museum, you'll experience Parthenon sculptures, glass floor excavations, and ancient Athenian treasures.

To begin your visit with skip-the-line access at the Acropolis Museum, head straight to the entrance, scan your printed or mobile ticket at the validating machines, and step inside.

Carry a valid ID or student card to benefit from reduced admission fees where applicable.

Download the audio guides in advance to prevent any on-site connectivity problems and ensure an immersive experience.

An upgraded ticket includes entry to both the Acropolis Museum and its legendary monuments, such as the Parthenon, with skip-the-line access and audio tours in multiple languages.

The guided walking tour is limited to small groups of just 22 participants for a more personalized experience.

Wear closed-toe shoes for comfort and ease as you move through the museum galleries and explore Athens' history.

Headphones are not included, so it's recommended to bring your own earphones for a convenient listening experience during your visit.

The self-guided audio tour offers multiple languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Greek.

Yes, keep some cash or a credit card on hand for shopping at the souvenir shop or enjoying refreshments at the museum café.

Carry a valid ID or student card so you can benefit from reduced admission fees where applicable. Download the audio guides in advance to avoid connectivity issues on-site. Bring your own earphones for a more convenient and immersive audio experience. Keep some cash or a credit card on hand to shop for souvenirs or enjoy a coffee at the museum café. Wear closed-toe shoes to move through the museum galleries with ease and explore the surrounding archaeological sites comfortably. Bring a light jacket or scarf, as the museum’s air-conditioned rooms can feel cooler than the outside temperatures. Don’t forget sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses if you plan to walk around the Acropolis itself before or after your museum visit, since shade is limited outdoors. Use a small bag or backpack for your essentials, as large items will need to be checked into the cloakroom at the entrance.

Flash photography, tripods, and commercial video equipment are strictly prohibited inside the galleries; photography without flash is allowed in most areas except the Archaic Acropolis Gallery. Large backpacks or bulky luggage are not permitted and must be left at the cloakroom on the ground floor. Food and drinks, besides plain drinking water, are not allowed in the museum. Pets are not allowed in the museum, except for certified service animals.

The Acropolis Museum is fully wheelchair accessible, offering special ramps at all entrances and elevator access to every floor. Accessible restrooms are available throughout the building. You can borrow wheelchairs free of charge from the Visitor Services or Information Desk. Guide dogs are welcome within the museum, and Braille guides in both Greek and English are available at the Information Desk to assist visitors with visual impairments. If you want to visit the Acropolis archaeological site itself, you can use the elevator near the South Slope entrance. However, its operation is managed entirely by the venue and may not always be in service. Contact the site a day before your visit at +30 210 3214172 or +30 210 9238470 to confirm availability.

On Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve (December 24 and 31), the Acropolis Museum is open from 9am to 3pm. Head straight to the entrance of each site and scan your printed or mobile ticket at the validating machines to enter on your own. If you’re joining the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum guided walking tour, meet your guide at the Athenian Tours office, Mitsaion 2, 11742 Athens. To avoid peak crowds, arrive when the museum opens at 9am, or go in the late afternoon, around 2pm to 3pm, particularly during the summer months from June to August. All visitors must pass through a quick security screening at the entrance. Expect to wait around 5 to 10 minutes at the entrance, although during the peak summer months from June to August, the wait may extend up to 15 minutes. You can enter the Acropolis Museum through a separate entrance that leads directly to the exhibition areas, then proceed to scan your ticket at the validating machines located on the ground floor. Plan to spend at least 2 to 3 hours inside the museum to explore the permanent exhibits, admire the architecture, and enjoy the café and views. Visit the café or restaurant on the second floor to relax mid-visit, recharge, and take in stellar views of the Acropolis. The Acropolis Museum offers free admission on March 6 (Melina Mercouri Day), March 25 (National Holiday), May 18 (International Museums Day), and October 28 (National Holiday).

EU citizens aged 25 and under receive free admission year-round upon presenting a valid ID or passport to confirm their age and nationality. Children up to age 5, regardless of nationality, enter free of charge with proof of age. Non-EU visitors aged 6 to 25 are eligible for reduced admission, provided they present a passport verifying their age and country of origin. Seniors over 65 from EU member states receive reduced admission upon showing an ID or passport. Persons with disabilities, along with one escort if the disability is 80 percent or more, are granted free entry upon presentation of appropriate documentation.

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