The Acropolis and the Parthenon

Acropolis, also known as the Sacred Rock, one of the oldest monuments in Europe, and a UNESCO World Heritage Monument is indisputably the most famous attraction of the city of Athens and at the top of most travelers' bucket lists.

One cannot simply visit Athens without visiting the Acropolis! And if someone wishes to get a full understanding of the glorious monuments found on the Acropolis Rock, you must visit it with a licensed guide!

But before planning your visit, here are some answers to the most common questions about the Acropolis:

Are Acropolis and Parthenon the same thing?

The answer is no, the entire rock you see is named Acropolis and on the rock, you can see the following monuments:

the Nike Temple
the Erechtheion (with the famous Caryatids)
the Propylaia
and of course the Parthenon, the main monument on top of the Acropolis Hill.

By choosing one of our carefully designed Acropolis Tours, you will get all the insights into each and every monument found on the Acropolis, as well as the myths and the facts of each monument.

Photo: The Parthenon on top of the Acropolis hill

How much do the entrance fees to the Acropolis cost

The entrance fees to the Acropolis depend on the season you are traveling.

During summer (from April until October) the entrance fees are:

20 € for adults
10 € for students outside the EU (with current student ID)
free for guests under 18 years and students from EU countries (with current student ID).

During winter (November to March) the entrance fees are:

10 € for adults
10 € for students outside the EU (with current student ID)
free for guests under 18 years and students from EU countries (with current student ID).

There are also specific days with free entrance during the year but as one can imagine it can get really crowded during those days.

How can we skip the lines at the entrance of the Acropolis?

As with any well-known monument around the world, the Acropolis can be really busy during peak seasons and there are quite long lines at times.

By booking one of our Skip-the-line tours you avoid standing on line. We buy the tickets in advance so you skip the lines and have immediate access to the sights listed on each tour.