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Acropolis

Name: Acropolis
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.7

4.7 ·

Climb the Acropolis, the rock that defines Athens and its ancient story. Walk past the Propylaea to the Parthenon and look out over the city from the summit.

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Full description

The Acropolis is the rocky citadel above central Athens and the site of its most important classical monuments, including the Parthenon, the Erechtheion and the Propylaea. The visit is a steady uphill walk on worn marble paths, with wide views over the city from the summit.

Visitors typically need about two and a half hours to cover the monuments at an unhurried pace. Reviewers stress that crowds and heat build quickly, and that early slots are noticeably calmer.

Advance online tickets help avoid queues at the gate.

Visitors typically need about two and a half hours to cover the monuments at an unhurried pace. Reviewers stress that crowds and heat build quickly, and that early slots are noticeably calmer.

Advance online tickets help avoid queues at the gate.

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Address

Acropolis, Athens 105 58, Greece · Athens

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Hours

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Booking

Booking recommended

Duration

2h30

Best time

early morning, morning, afternoon or early evening

Intensity

Active — lots of walking

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Good to know

Book online well ahead and choose the first morning slot to beat heat and crowds
wear shoes with good grip, as the marble is slippery
bring water and sun protection, since shade is scarce.

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Reviews

It's better to buy the ticket 1 month in advance, especially for the 8:00 AM slot, as there are also much fewer people at that time.

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1/5

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