The moment your cruise ship arrives in port in Athens, your shore excursion to the Acropolis begins. Discover Athens' ancient history on this fascinating city walking tour with a local guide. Venture inside the Acropolis, see the Parthenon and admire how this ancient monument towers above the city. As you soak up the local scene, you'll also see such sites as the House of Parliament and the Plaka neighborhood.
- Explore the local streets on a walking tour of the city
- Free port pickup and drop-off included
- Informative, friendly and professional guide
A shore excursion to the Acropolis is a great way to spend your time in port in Athens. The Syntagma Metro Station, in Syntagma Square where your Acropolis walking tour begins, contains many archaeological artifacts including ancient grave stones, an aqueduct from the 5th century BC, pottery, a 2,000-year-old beehive and a mosaic from the 5th century AD.
As you walk through Syntagma Square, the heart of the city, you’ll see the impressive Greek Parliament House (Old Royal Palace).
Continue strolling through the paved streets of the Plaka neighborhood before arriving at the Lysicrates Monument from the 4th century BC and the remnants of an old Christian church. A 10-minute walk up the beautiful Dionysiou Areopagitou pedestrian walkway will bring you to the Acropolis, crowned by the Parthenon, with its spectacular views over the city below.
You will enjoy an insightful and detailed explanation of the history of the Acropolis and its monuments from your knowledgeable licensed guide. On the way to the Acropolis, you will also see the Dionysious Sanctuary, Philopapos Hill, the Herodion Theatre and Mars Hill.
Worry-free Shore Excursion:We will ensure your timely return to the Athens port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.
Schedule details
Athens Shore Excursion: Acropolis Walking Tour
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Departure Point:
A bus or taxi transfer will pick you up from Athens Port around 8:45am at the latest, and will drive you to Syntagma square, where the tour starts at 9:30amDeparture Time:
- 8:45am
Return Details:
Concludes at 12:45pm in the Acropolis. The driver will be waiting for you at 3:30pm at the beginning of the pedestrian Walk Way of Dionysiou Areopagitou in front of Melina's statue across from Hadrian's Arch.Pricing information
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Additional information
Athens Shore Excursion: Acropolis Walking Tour
Inclusions:
- Athens Guide magazine
- Athens Map
- Local guide
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Walking tour
- Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Exclusions:
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities (optional)
- Entrance fees(approx. 12 euros)
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
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